Markos Asprou is a Research Lecturer at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus. He holds a B.Sc. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cyprus (2009, 2015). His expertise includes power systems monitoring using synchronized measurements, transmission line parameter estimation, wide area control, and cybersecurity of power systems.
Demetrios Eliades is a Research Assistant Professor at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus. He holds a Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Edinburgh, and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cyprus. His research focuses on Smart Water Networks, including water loss reduction, quality assurance, contamination response, and cyber-physical security. He develops open-source tools like the EPANET-MATLAB Toolkit and coordinates projects such as the Battle of the Leakage Detection and Isolation Methods (BattLeDIM) competition. His cross-disciplinary work extends to power systems, robotics, and archaeometry. Dr. Eliades has coordinated multiple European projects including Interreg SmartWater2020 and H2020 PathoCERT, and contributed to COVID-19 response through a national information management platform. His publications emphasize AI integration in water systems, contamination management, and infrastructure resilience.
Christos Frangkeskou is a Researcher at the KIOS Research Center of Excellence, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Cyprus. His educational background includes: BSc in Electrical Engineering, University of Cyprus, 2012 MSc in Energy and Sustainability with Electrical Power Engineering, University of Southampton, 2013 (with Distinction) Professionally, he has six years of experience in the UK: Power Systems Engineer in the Oil and Gas Industry for a major EPC Contractor Power Systems Protection Engineer for a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) in the Electricity Industry His research spans Power System Protection, Monitoring and Control, Power Quality, and Renewable Energy Systems. He is a member of the Cyprus Technical Chamber and the Institute of Engineering and Technology, conducting work at the KIOS Research Center of Excellence focused on intelligent systems and networks.
Kosmia Loizidou serves as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus, following the completion of her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the same institution in June 2023. Her doctoral research focused on Detection, Classification, and Prediction of Breast Abnormalities using Sequential Mammograms. Her academic credentials include: BSc in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Cyprus (2016) MSc in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Biomedical Engineering, from the University of Cyprus (2018) PhD in Electrical Engineering from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Cyprus (2023) Dr. Loizidou's research centers on biomedical engineering with a specialized focus on medical image processing and machine learning applications for cancer diagnosis. She pioneers methodologies for breast cancer detection through temporal subtraction of sequential mammograms, developing advanced computer-aided diagnosis systems that classify masses and micro-calcifications while predicting near-term cancer occurrence. Her work bridges engineering innovation with clinical oncology to enhance early detection accuracy. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals a concentrated research program leveraging machine learning and image processing on sequential mammograms. Key themes include temporal subtraction techniques for improving cancer localization, classification of benign versus malignant abnormalities, and predictive modeling of near-term breast cancer development. Her contributions span algorithm development, comprehensive reviews, and specialized applications for micro-calcifications and mass detection. Scientific awards: No awards or fellowships are documented in the provided information. Regarding academic mentoring and funding, no details are available about supervised students or secured research grants. Her professional activities appear centered on independent research within the KIOS framework. She operates within the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, a premier hub for intelligent systems research at the University of Cyprus focused on critical infrastructure networks. This environment supports her interdisciplinary work at the intersection of biomedical engineering, computer science, and oncology.
George Boustras is a Full Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Sciences, European University Cyprus (EUC). He previously served as Dean of the School of Business Administration (2014–2021) and Director of Postgraduate Studies (2013–2014). His academic journey includes a PhD in Probabilistic Fire Risk Assessment from Kingston University (2003), an MSc in Energy Resources Management (1997), and a Systems and Design Engineering degree (1995). He holds an e-Learning certification from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (2013). His research focuses on occupational safety, risk assessment methodologies, and public health policy. Key areas include fire risk analysis, process safety in digitalized operations, and teleworking risk frameworks during crises. His work is frequently published in Safety Science and related journals, emphasizing practical solutions for industry and policy challenges. He has led major EU-funded projects such as RESPOND-A (€360k), METICOS (€460k), and GRACE (€232k), addressing first responder tools, border security, and child exploitation prevention. His advisory roles include the World Bank’s National Reform Program for Greece and the Cypriot Energy Strategy Council. Grants: Over €2.5M in EU and national funding for 9 projects (2019–2023) Consulting: Expert for Cypriot and EU infrastructure protection strategies Labs/Teams: Collaborates with European Civil Protection Mechanism teams on earthquake management and wildfire adaptation
Dimitrios Baltatzis is a Visiting Associate Professor in Cybersecurity at the European University Cyprus. His research focuses on cybersecurity operations, digital forensics methodologies, and threat intelligence applications. Key areas include forensic triage optimization, intrusion detection enhancement, and socio-technical approaches to security readiness. Technical investigations explore deep packet inspection, threat intelligence frameworks, and proactive digital forensic strategies. Research emphasizes practical applications for security operations and incident response.
Nikolaos Boukas is the Acting Vice Chairperson and Professor of Tourism & Hospitality Management at the Department of Management and Marketing, European University Cyprus. He holds a PhD in Management Studies from the University of Exeter (UK), alongside MSc degrees in Tourism Management (University of the Aegean, Greece) and Marketing (University of Stirling, UK), and a BBA from the University of the Aegean. His academic career spans 15+ years, progressing from Lecturer (2008) to Associate Professor (2012) and his current Professor rank (2017). His research focuses on sustainable tourism development, cultural heritage management, and policy-driven solutions for island destinations. Key themes include rural tourism’s impact on well-being, visitor experience design in museums, and post-pandemic recovery strategies for SMEs. He has contributed to 30+ peer-reviewed publications and co-authored the book Tourism Marketing in Western Europe . Research Projects: Coordinated EU-funded initiatives like ERASMUS+ Hotel Academy (2019–2022) and participated in the EMME-CCI Climate Change Initiative as Cyprus’ taskforce representative. Editorial Roles: Serves as Book Review Editor for International Journal of Tourism Policy and Editor for Tourism subjects in Sustainability Journal . Consultancy: Member of international conference committees, including ICOT 2022 and THE INC 2022. He has delivered guest lectures on sustainable tourism at institutions like Middlesex University and contributed to policy dialogues on cultural tourism in Cyprus. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing community-centric and climate-resilient tourism models.
Antigoni Alexandropoulou is the Deputy Dean and Associate Professor of Corporate Law at the School of Law, European University Cyprus. She holds a Doctor Iuris (Dr. Iur.) from Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, an LL.M. from the same institution, and a Ptychion from the National and Kapodestrian University of Athens. Her research focuses on European Company Law, creditor protection, and legal harmonization within the EU. Her educational background includes: Doctor Iuris (Dr. Iur.), 2006, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich LL.M., 2002, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich Ptychion, 2000, National and Kapodestrian University of Athens Her research interests span corporate law frameworks, digitalisation of company law, and cross-border corporate mobility. Recent publications emphasize EU legislative proposals, creditor rights post-Mobility Directive, and challenges in implementing digital tools in company law. She has contributed to books like Modernisation of European Company Law and edited volumes on business restructuring. She has advised on EU-funded projects such as the 'Digitalisation of Company Law' (2017) and served in key roles including Chair of the Company Law Committee at the Council of Bars and Law Societies of Europe (CCBE). Awards include the 2015 'Law Firm of the Year Greece' (EU Law category) by Finance Monthly Magazine. Her work extends to jury judging at the Young Lawyers’ Contests and representing legal stakeholders in EU policy dialogues.
Haris Volos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Cyprus . He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2012), following B.E.E. degrees from the National Technical University of Athens (2005). Before academia, he worked at Hewlett Packard Labs (2013–2018) and Google (2018–2019). His research focuses on Computer Architecture , Operating Systems , and Data Storage and Processing , with recent work on energy-efficient CPU architectures, disaggregated memory systems, and persistent memory frameworks. Education: B.E.E. (2005), National Technical University of Athens M.Sc. (2007), University of Wisconsin-Madison Ph.D. (2012), University of Wisconsin-Madison Key Research Themes: Energy-efficient CPU core idle-state architectures Disaggregated memory protection and replication Persistent memory systems and transactional memory Big data processing over hybrid memory tiers Recent Contributions: His work includes frameworks like Panthera for holistic memory management and AgileWatts for energy-proportional servers. He also pioneered systems like HOPS (Hands-off Persistence System) for persistent memory. Labs/Teams: Active in the university's informatics research clusters, focusing on hardware-software co-design and scalable data systems.
Dr. Elena Kakoulli is a Lecturer in Information Systems and Coordinator of the MSc in Information Systems and Digital Innovation at the University of Nicosia. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Cyprus University of Technology (2015), following a Master’s in Computer Science (2009) and B.Sc. (2007) from the University of Cyprus. Her research focuses on computer architecture, photonics-based interconnection networks, cybersecurity, and AI-driven educational technologies. Notable contributions include work on resilient NoC architectures, distributed storage systems (OctopusFS), and silicon photonics integration for high-performance computing. Dr. Kakoulli’s research interests span network-on-chip (NoC) design, IoT security, and adaptive learning frameworks. She has collaborated on projects such as distributed tiered storage for cluster computing with Dr. Herodotou. Recognitions include awards from the University of Cyprus and Marfin Laiki Bank Foundation for academic excellence during her postgraduate studies. She has also contributed to teaching roles as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Cyprus and lecturer at Ctl Eurocollege, covering courses like computer architecture, compilers, and operating systems. Her publications highlight advancements in cybersecurity models, AI-integrated education tools, and next-generation computing architectures. She actively participates in academic conferences, including the 21st European, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern Conference on Information Systems (EMCIS 2024), and has served as a Technical Program Committee member.
Anna Filippou is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science of the University of Cyprus. She holds a B.A. in Mathematics and Computation from the University of Oxford (1992) and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Warwick (1996). Her research focuses on Concurrency Theory, Formal Methods, Privacy Policy Analysis, and Algorithmic Game Theory. She has served as General Chair for major conferences such as ETAPS 2010 and FM 2016, and her work is funded by the Foundation for Research and Innovation and the European Commission. Her research applies formal frameworks like Process Calculi, Petri Nets, and Type Systems to design and analyze concurrent, distributed, and real-time systems. Recent work includes modeling Reversible Computation and developing privacy policy enforcement mechanisms in π-calculus. She has published extensively in top venues including TACAS, ETAPS, and Algorithmica. Anna has held academic positions at the University of Cyprus since 2002 and previously worked at the University of Pennsylvania (1997-1998). She is a member of the Laboratory for Foundations of Computing Systems and Theoretical Computer Science. Her technical roles include managing the HSF Controller Network design and formal verification of distributed systems using tools like UPPAAL. Key contributions include formalizing privacy policies using typed π-calculus systems, analyzing network security games, and developing resource-aware process algebra models for real-time systems. Current projects explore GDPR compliance frameworks and algorithmic game theory applications in network defense mechanisms.
Marios Kyriakides is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nicosia , affiliated with the School of Sciences and Engineering and the Department of Engineering . His work bridges structural engineering, sustainable materials, and seismic resilience. Education: PhD from Stanford (2011), MSc in Structural Engineering, and a five-year degree with honors from NTUA (2004). Research focuses on seismic retrofit techniques , innovative materials (HPFRC, ECC, FRP), nonlinear finite element analysis , and sustainable structural systems . Recent projects examine non-stabilized compressed earth blocks (CEB) for climate resilience and seismic performance of tiny houses. 2023 publications highlight advancements in CEB durability and offshore safety protocols. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in sustainable infrastructure. Scientific Awards : Fire-Bearing of Prometheus medal (NTUA) Stanford fellowship TU Delft visiting fellowship As Technical Manager of the EU FP7 SmartEN Marie-Curie ITN, he led multi-institutional collaborations. Current projects involve offshore safety regimes for Cyprus' oil and gas sector.
NALAN GELİRLİ serves as Lecturer and Director of Aviation Vocational School at Cyprus Aydin University, holding dual responsibilities as Department Head for Civil Aviation Management (English) program. Her academic leadership spans institutional administration and departmental oversight within the aviation education sector. Educational background includes: Doctorate in Management and Organization from Istanbul University (2003) Master's in Business Administration from Marmara University (1991) Licence in Public Administration from Marmara University (1988) Her research focuses on aviation management systems and business administration applications within civil aviation contexts, emphasizing operational frameworks and educational methodologies for aviation professionals. This specialization aligns with her departmental leadership in English-medium aviation management education. No scientific awards or publications are documented in institutional records. Her administrative role as Vocational School Director indicates primary engagement in institutional leadership rather than active research supervision or grant acquisition. Contact information shows affiliation with Cyprus Aydin University's Ozanköy/Kyrenia campus via Fazıl Küçük Street address.
Prof. Dr. Cumhur Rüzgaresen serves as a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Law, Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), operating in a part-time capacity while maintaining primary employment at another university. His office is located in L-212 with contact details +90 392 630 2391 and cumhur.ruzgaresen@emu.edu.tr. His academic qualifications include: PhD in Civil Procedure and Enforcement-Bankruptcy Law from Ankara University (2010) MA in Civil Procedure and Enforcement-Bankruptcy Law from Ankara University (2001) BA in Law from Ankara University (1994) Rüzgaresen's research centers on Turkish Civil Procedure Law, Bankruptcy Law, and Enforcement Law, with deep specialization in procedural mechanisms of civil litigation and insolvency within Turkey's legal framework. His work critically examines judicial efficiency and debt resolution systems in commercial contexts. At EMU, he contributes to the Bachelor of Law Program (Turkish with Thesis), Master's Program in Law (Turkish with Thesis), and the joint Master's Program in Comparative Law with the University of Bologna.
Assistant Professor Handan Doğan serves as a faculty member in the Faculty of Medicine at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), operating within the joint medical degree program with Marmara University, Istanbul. Education: Expertise in Medicine, Ankara Numune Hospital (1996) PhD in Medicine, Ankara University (1981-1987) Her academic focus spans core medical disciplines with emphasis on clinical practice , medical education methodologies , and physician training systems . As part of EMU's medical faculty, she contributes to curriculum development including Introduction to Clinical Skills (ICS) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) programs. Contact: handan.dogan@emu.edu.tr