Photogrammetry Professors and Supervisors in Cyprus

ATHANASIOS VIONISمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CyprusCyprus

Athanasios Vionis is an Associate Professor in Byzantine Archaeology and Art at the University of Cyprus (UCY), where he has served since 2009. He previously held roles including Director of the Archaeology Research Unit (2020–2024) and was a postdoctoral researcher at the Catholic University of Leuven (2007–2008). His academic journey includes a PhD in Medieval and Post-Medieval Aegean Archaeology from Leiden University (2005) and a BA in Ancient History and Archaeology from Durham University (1997). Current Position: Associate Professor, Department of History and Archaeology, UCY Previous Roles: Lecturer (2009–2013), Assistant Professor (2013–2018) Research focuses on landscape archaeology, spatial analysis of built and sacred landscapes, and the application of digital technologies (e.g., GIS). He studies Byzantine, Medieval, and Ottoman ceramics, as well as daily life and nutrition through material remains. His work includes the monograph A Crusader, Ottoman and Early Modern Aegean Archaeology (2012) and co-edited volumes on topics like sacred landscapes and glaze technology. He leads the ArtLandS Lab (Artefact and Landscape Studies Laboratory), established at UCY in 2010, which conducts field research in Cyprus and Greece. Key projects include the Settled and Sacred Landscapes of Cyprus (2014–present), funded by the EU and Cyprus Research Foundation. He coordinates international initiatives like the Unlocking Sacred Landscapes network (2014–present) and has collaborated with institutions such as the Cyprus Institute and Trinity College Dublin. His awards include UNESCO prizes for cultural documentaries and Marie Curie fellowships. Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including “Land and Underwater Field Archaeology” and “Medieval Archaeology.”

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Rahaf Orabiمشاهده پروفایل

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The Cyprus InstituteCyprus

Rahaf Orabi is a Research Technical Scientist at The Cyprus Institute's Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Center (STARC), specifically working within the Andreas Pittas Art Characterization Laboratories (APAC Labs). She joined The Cyprus Institute in 2022 and contributes to cutting-edge research in digital cultural heritage and archaeological documentation, with particular focus on post-conflict sites in Syria. Her academic background includes: PhD in History and Archaeology at Pázmány Peter Catholic University, Budapest, Hungary (2017-2023) MSc in Digital Cultural Heritage from The Cyprus Institute (2020-2021) MArch in Architectural Design/Digital Architecture from Damascus University (2013-2016) BSc in Architecture from Damascus University (2012) Rahaf's research focuses on digital documentation of endangered cultural heritage sites using laser scanning, photogrammetry, and point cloud analysis. She specializes in post-conflict recovery of cultural heritage, particularly in war-torn regions like Syria. Her work combines technical precision with deep historical understanding, allowing for accurate digital reconstructions of damaged heritage. She has pioneered urban-scale digital documentation projects in historic cities including Aleppo and Damascus, creating detailed records that support academic research and conservation efforts. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on urban heritage reconstruction, with significant work on Aleppo's historic districts using parametric modeling and historical map analysis. Her achievements include the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship (2017) and 19 publications with over 5,830 reads and 24 citations on ResearchGate. She has collaborated on major international projects including "Project Anqa" for documenting Syrian heritage and has participated in documenting Palmyra after its liberation from ISIS. Rahaf has been instrumental in developing digital methodologies for heritage documentation in challenging post-conflict environments. Her work bridges practical field documentation with academic research, creating valuable resources for heritage conservation and urban recovery planning. She maintains active collaborations with researchers across European institutions and continues to advance methodologies for digital reconstruction of war-damaged urban heritage sites.

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Kypros Milidonisمشاهده پروفایل

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The Cyprus InstituteCyprus

Kypros Milidonis is an Assistant Professor in the Energy Department of the Energy, Environment, and Water Research Center (EEWRC) at the Cyprus Institute (CYI). His expertise spans renewable energy technologies, with a focus on solar energy systems, advanced energy conversion, and computational engineering. He holds an integrated Master’s Degree (2008) and a doctorate (2014) in Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics from the University of Patras. Prior to joining CYI, he worked as a Research Associate at the University of Cambridge (2015-2018), focusing on energy conversion systems. Dr. Milidonis leads research projects spanning theoretical development (TRL 1-4) to pre-industrial applications (TRL 5-7), emphasizing solar energy innovation. His work includes optimizing heliostat fields, anti-soiling strategies, UAV-assisted monitoring, and AI-driven design. He actively collaborates with industry and manages international projects, such as SolarPACES Task III. His research integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining mechanical engineering, computational modeling, and material science. Key contributions include advancements in heliostat field optimization, solar receiver design, and the application of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in solar plant maintenance. His publications span solar thermal systems, computational tools like SunPATH and fluxtracer, and historical engineering reconstructions (e.g., ancient Greek artifacts). He is a Principal Investigator and coordinator, emphasizing translational research bridging academia and industry.

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Andreas Aristidouمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CyprusCyprus

Dr. Andreas Aristidou is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus, and a Senior Research Fellow at CYENS Centre of Excellence. He leads the Graphics & Extended Reality Lab and specializes in character animation, motion capture, and digital heritage. His research integrates machine learning, generative AI, and VR/AR technologies to preserve cultural heritage and advance interactive virtual environments. Educations: PhD in Signal Processing and Communications (University of Cambridge, 2007–2010) MSc in Mobile and Personal Communications (King's College London, with honors) BSc in Informatics and Telecommunications (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) Research Interests: Focus on character animation analysis/synthesis, motion capture techniques, cultural heritage digitization, and applications of Conformal Geometric Algebra. His work bridges computer graphics with tangible/intangible cultural preservation. Key Projects: Lead Principal Investigator for Horizon Europe-funded HAMLET (2024–2027) to democratize generative AI for cultural industries. Principal Investigator for PREMIERE (2022–2025), enhancing performing arts with AI/XR. Developed the Virtual Dance Museum and 3D Reptiles Database for cultural and ecological documentation. Awards & Grants: Received ΔΙΔΑΚΤΩΡ Fellowship (2012–2014) and NVIDIA GPU Grant (2017). Secured over €8M in funding from Horizon Europe, ERASMUS+, and Cyprus Seeds. Best Paper Award at Eurographics Workshop on Graphics and Cultural Heritage (2014). Editorial & Community Roles: Editorial board member of The Visual Computer and Heritage journals; active in SIGGRAPH, Eurographics, and ACM-SCA program committees. Served in Cyprus’s Parallel Parliament for research policy (2020–2021).

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