Kostas Magoutis is Professor and Chair of the Computer Science Department at the University of Crete and collaborating researcher with FORTH-ICS. His research focuses on distributed systems, scalable data processing, IoT, and cloud computing, with projects including GreenInCities for urban regeneration and STREAMSTORE for stateful stream processing systems. Research interests include: Distributed computer systems architecture Elastic stream processing platforms Quantum-enhanced computing applications Multi-cloud application lifecycle management Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on federated data systems, quantum computing applications, and IoT-enhanced infrastructure, with consistent output in high-impact conferences and journals. Awards and distinctions: Multiple best paper awards from USENIX conferences Grand Challenge Audience Award at DEBS 2022 Marie Curie Fellowship and IBM Research awards Advises over 20 PhD and MSc students in distributed systems research. Leads multiple EU-funded projects and serves on program committees for top conferences including SOSP, EuroSys, and IEEE BigData. Directs research groups in distributed systems and cloud computing at FORTH-ICS.
Manolis G.H. Katevenis is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Crete, and the founder and Head of the Computer Architecture and VLSI Systems (CARV) Laboratory at the Institute of Computer Science (ICS), Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH) in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. He has held academic positions since 1986 and played a pivotal role in establishing the Computer Science Department at the University of Crete. His research spans computer architecture, interconnection networks, VLSI systems, and high-performance computing, with a strong focus on scalable, low-power, manycore systems and RISC-V. He has led numerous European R&D initiatives, including serving as Coordinator of the ExaNeSt project. PhD in Computer Science, University of California, Berkeley (1983) MSc in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of California, Berkeley (1980) Diploma of Electrical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1978) Manolis Katevenis's research focuses on advancing scalable system architectures for high-performance and big data computing. His work in computer architecture includes RISC-V, exascale computing, and manycore systems. He has made foundational contributions to interprocessor communication, particularly through remote-write, remote-DMA, and remote-enqueue mechanisms, and has pioneered innovations in interconnection networks and low-latency network interfaces. His research integrates hardware and software co-design to optimize performance, energy efficiency, and scalability in large-scale computing systems. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in exascale computing, interconnection networks, and FPGA-based prototyping of manycore systems. His work emphasizes scalable, low-power architectures, with recurring themes in congestion management, fair scheduling, crossbar design, and hardware-software integration for HPC. The articles span high-impact journals such as IEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking, IEEE Micro, and Computer Networks, reflecting sustained contributions to computer architecture and networking. ACM Doctoral Dissertation Award (1984) David J. Sakrison Memorial Prize (1983) IBM PhD Fellowship (1981–1983) Greek State Fellowship (1973–1978) Stelios Pichoridis Award for Outstanding University Teaching (2015) Member of Academia Europaea (elected 2012) Award by the Secretary General of the Region of Crete (2003) IEEE Milestone recognition for the RISC Project (2015) Manolis Katevenis has supervised over 50 graduate theses and mentored many prominent Greek computer architects, including recipients of the ACM Maurice Wilkes Award. He has served as Principal Investigator or co-PI in over 30 R&D projects with a total budget exceeding 18 million euros, including major European initiatives such as ExaNeSt (which he coordinated), EuroEXA, EcoScale, SARC, ENCORE, and multiple HiPEAC Network of Excellence projects. His leadership extends to project coordination, architectural design, FPGA prototyping, and systems software development. Katevenis founded and leads the CARV Laboratory at FORTH-ICS, a major research team with 80–100 members focused on computer architecture and VLSI systems. The lab has spun off the Distributed Computing Systems (DCS) Laboratory and is central to European exascale computing efforts, including participation in the European Processor Initiative. CARV has developed large-scale prototypes such as the 768-core ExaNeSt system and the Formic FPGA platform for manycore research.
Apostolos Burnetas is a Professor of Stochastic Operations Research in the Department of Mathematics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (UOA). He holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (1986), an MBA (1992), and a Ph.D. in Operations Research (1993) from Rutgers University’s Graduate School of Management. Prior to his current position, he served as an Assistant and Associate Professor at Case Western Reserve University (1994–2004). At UOA, he has held roles as Associate Professor (2003–2012) and full Professor (2012–present). He has also served as Vice-Director and Director of the UOA-Ioannina University joint Biostatistics graduate program (2008–2014). His research focuses on Operations Research, Adaptive Optimization, Stochastic Modeling, and their applications in production/service systems. Notable areas include strategic customer behavior in queueing systems, dynamic pricing, inventory management, and supply chain coordination. He has authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Management Science and Operations Research , and organized international conferences in stochastic modeling. His teaching spans Operations Research, Probability, and Stochastic Processes, with graduate courses in Linear Models and Queueing Theory. Burnetas has supervised over 30 master’s theses at UOA and 9 doctoral theses (7 at Case Western Reserve, 2 at UOA). His work emphasizes practical applications, such as optimizing service systems and addressing information asymmetries in supply chains.
Dr. Panagiota Fatourou is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Crete and a senior researcher at the Institute of Computer Science (ICS), Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH). She holds a dual affiliation, contributing significantly to both institutions. She has previously served as faculty at the University of Ioannina and held postdoctoral positions at the Max-Planck-Institut für Informatik and the University of Toronto. She has also been a visiting professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). Her research spans the theoretical and practical foundations of parallel and distributed computing. She is a leading expert in concurrent data structures, transactional memory, and the use of persistent memory in system design. Her work integrates theoretical rigor with practical implementation, often publishing in top-tier venues like PPoPP, PODC, SPAA, and PVLDB. Recent publications highlight her focus on efficient garbage collection for multiversioning, persistent data structures, and distributed data series similarity search, reflecting a trend towards high-performance, fault-tolerant systems for modern hardware. Best Paper Award, PPoPP 2022 Marie-Curie Individual Fellowship FSMP Distinguished Professor Fellowship ACM Distinguished Speaker Featured ACM Member Dr. Fatourou has a strong record of leadership and mentorship. She has advised numerous MSc and PhD students and is actively recruiting for her PERSIST project, funded by HFRI. She has led major research initiatives, including the EU-funded TransForm network and the GreenVM project. Her leadership extends to the broader community, where she has served as Past Chair of the ACM Europe Council, Chair of the Greek ACM-W Chapter, and on the steering committees of PODC and OPODIS. She has also co-organized key events on gender equality in computing, such as the Summits on Gender Equality in Computing (GEC) and the WISTEM Summer School. She is deeply involved in the academic service, frequently serving on program committees for premier conferences such as SPAA, NETYS, and SRDS. Her laboratory and research team at FORTH ICS and the University of Crete focus on building the theoretical underpinnings and practical implementations of next-generation concurrent and distributed systems.
Antonis Dimakis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics at Athens University of Economics and Business. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Crete, and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences from UC Berkeley. Research Focus: His work centers on stochastic modeling and optimization of networked systems, with specific interests in: Queueing theory and applied probability Optimal control strategies for network congestion Internet protocol design for efficient data transmission Game-theoretic approaches to resource allocation Publication Trends: Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on transportation networks and cloud computing, employing advanced mathematical frameworks like mean field games to model complex system behaviors under uncertainty. Laboratory & Advising: Leads research initiatives in network optimization and advises graduate students in stochastic modeling applications.
Stergios Anastasiadis is a Professor at the University of Ioannina's Department of Computer Science and Engineering, with visiting appointments at Cambridge and EPFL. His research focuses on core systems innovation spanning operating systems, distributed storage, and cloud infrastructure. Research interests include multitenant isolation, concurrent data structures, storage I/O optimization, and filesystem design. His work develops novel approaches to resource management in cloud environments, emphasizing security, efficiency, and reliability in distributed systems. Recent publications reveal sustained focus on storage subsystem optimization, with contributions to journaling techniques, isolation mechanisms, and I/O performance tuning. Key innovations include lock-free concurrency models, client-side storage innovations, and cross-platform memory management techniques. Educational background includes Ph.D. from University of Toronto and international research collaborations. No specific advising relationships or scientific awards are documented. Laboratory affiliations include distributed systems research groups at University of Ioannina, with collaborations extending to cloud computing initiatives across Europe.
Dimakis Antonios is a Lecturer at the Department of Economics, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science (University of Crete, 1996), M.Sc. in Computer Science (University of Crete, 1999), and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (University of California, Berkeley, 2006). His thesis focused on "Stability and Approximation of Queueing Networks". Research interests span Queueing Theory, Applied Probability, Optimal Control of Queues and Networks, and Internet Congestion Control Algorithms. His work bridges theoretical probability with practical network optimization challenges. Publications include studies on queue approximation in dynamic environments, stability conditions for scheduling algorithms, and traffic modeling in telecommunications. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his academic contributions reflect sustained engagement with high-impact research areas. No advising/grants details or lab affiliations are provided in the text.
Michael Paterakis is a Professor of Telecommunications at the Technical University of Crete (TUC), School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia (1988), an M.Sc. from the University of Connecticut (1986), and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (1984). His roles include Vice Rector for Academic Affairs (2005–2010), Director of the Telecommunication Systems Institute (2000–2005), and Chair of the ECE Department (1999–2001). He is a Senior Member of the IEEE. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Virginia, 1988 M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, University of Connecticut, 1986 Five-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 1984 Research Interests: His work focuses on computer communication networks, including protocol design, performance evaluation of broadband and wireless systems, queueing theory, and distributed multimedia systems. Key areas include: - Design and analysis of MAC protocols for wireless and powerline networks - Call Admission Control (CAC) mechanisms for multimedia traffic - Cache management policies for video streaming - Network modeling and simulation. Recent Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize optimizing protocols for heterogeneous networks (e.g., CRNs), improving CAC accuracy for video traffic, and enhancing MAC protocols for powerline systems. His work integrates theoretical models with practical network deployment. Awards & Recognition: Senior Member of the IEEE. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator of the EU-funded project to design broadband fiber-optic MANs in Crete (2005–2009). Labs & Teams: Leads the Information and Networks Laboratory at TUC, focusing on advanced networking and telecommunications research.
Χατζηκωνσταντινίδης Ευστάθιος is a Professor at the University of Piraeus in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. His academic career spans decades with significant contributions to actuarial mathematics and statistical theory. He teaches undergraduate courses in Actuarial Mathematics, Risk Theory, and Reliability Theory, and postgraduate courses in Generalized Linear Models and Risk Management. Education: PhD in Mathematics (1990) - Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Grade: Excellent) BSc in Mathematics (1985) - Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Grade: Excellent) Research Focus: His work centers on risk theory, bankruptcy modeling, compound Poisson processes, and optimal experimental designs. He has developed innovative approaches to: Perturbed risk models with diffusion processes Copula-based dependence modeling in insurance Gerber-Shiu function analysis for dividend strategies Recursive methods for compound distributions His research bridges theoretical mathematics with practical actuarial applications. Publication Trends: Analytical studies of stochastic processes dominate his recent work, focusing on: Ruin probabilities and deficit distributions Dependence modeling using copulas Optimal dividend strategies Computational methods for risk models Earlier publications emphasize experimental design optimization and reliability theory. Administrative Leadership: Chair of Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science (2007-2009) Director of Postgraduate Program in Actuarial Science & Risk Management Member of Senate of University of Piraeus Deputy Chair of Ministry of Finance's Actuarial Examination Committee Research Projects: Has participated in multiple funded projects including: 'Optimal Experimental Designs' (Greek Ministry of Education) 'Modern Model for Actuarial Studies Preparation' (University of Piraeus) EPEAEK programs on statistical applications
Epaminondas Kyriakidis serves as Professor in Applied Probability and Stochastic Operations Research at the Department of Statistics, School of Information Sciences and Technology, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), Greece. He joined AUEB in 2009 as Associate Professor and advanced to full Professor in February 2015, following prior academic appointments at the University of Crete, University of the Aegean, and Technological Educational Institute of Crete spanning 1993-2009. His academic credentials include: B.Sc. in Mathematics (1985) from the University of Athens M.Sc. in Statistics (1986) from Imperial College, London Ph.D. (1990) from Birkbeck College, University of London Professor Kyriakidis' research centers on stochastic modeling with applications spanning epidemiology, ecology, and industrial systems. His expertise in Markov decision processes and queueing control addresses critical challenges in disease modeling, maintenance optimization, and supply chain logistics. This work has been disseminated through leading journals including the Journal of Applied Probability and European Journal of Operational Research, reflecting his contributions to both theoretical and applied operations research. He teaches core courses such as Probability, Operations Research, Statistical Inference, and specialized subjects including Epidemic Models and Network Optimization at both undergraduate and graduate levels. No scientific awards or research grants are documented in the provided materials. Similarly, there is no mention of doctoral or master's students under his supervision.
Michael A. Zazanis is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), where he has been a faculty member since 1997. He previously held positions as Assistant Professor at Northwestern University (1986-1993) and Associate Professor at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1993-1997). Dr. Zazanis received his Engineering Diploma from the National Technical University of Athens (1982), followed by an M.Sc. (1983) and Ph.D. (1986) in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both engineering and theoretical mathematics. His research focuses on Applied Probability, Queueing Systems, Stochastic Simulation, and applications in Manufacturing and Risk Management. Over his career, his work has evolved from foundational perturbation analysis of queueing systems to contemporary research on age-of-information metrics in communication networks. His contributions span theoretical developments in stochastic processes and practical applications in production control systems and risk analysis. Dr. Zazanis has published extensively in leading journals including Journal of Applied Probability, Stochastic Processes and their Applications, Operations Research, Management Science, and Queueing Systems. His 1988 paper in Management Science on perturbation analysis for the M/G/1 queue is considered seminal in the field. Best Publication Award from the TIMS College on Simulation (1990) He has served in administrative roles including Graduate Program Director (2003-2006) and Head of the Statistics Department (2006-2008) at AUEB. Dr. Zazanis teaches undergraduate courses in Mathematical Methods, Stochastic Processes, and Probabilities, as well as graduate courses in Advanced Stochastic Processes and Operations Research. He is married to Corinna Anastassakou and has one son, Aristomenes.
Antonis Dimakis serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), School of Information Sciences and Technology, specializing in theoretical and applied network systems analysis. His academic credentials include: Bachelor's in Computer Science, University of Crete (1996) Master's in Computer Science, University of Crete (1999) PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, UC Berkeley (2006) Research focuses on Queuing Theory, Applied Probability, and Network Control algorithms, addressing stability conditions and congestion management in communication networks through fluid limit techniques and stochastic modeling. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with internet traffic optimization. Publication trends reveal sustained contributions to queueing network analysis since 2002, progressing from traffic modeling in multiplexers to current research on slowly varying environments, emphasizing approximation methods and second-order stability properties. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Advising activities and research grants remain unspecified, though his PhD thesis 'Stability and Approximation of Queueing Networks' indicates foundational expertise. Laboratory affiliations or team structures are not referenced.
