Prof. Nikos Mamoulis is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, University of Ioannina, and a Lead Researcher at Archimedes Research Unit, ATHENA RC. He holds a PhD from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and a Diploma from the University of Patras. His research focuses on spatial data management, big data analytics, data privacy, and uncertain data systems. Education : Ph.D., Computer Science, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (2000) 5-year Diploma, Computer Engineering and Informatics, University of Patras (1995) Research Interests : Complex data management (spatial, spatio-temporal, time-series, text, graphs), big data analysis, privacy preservation, and uncertain data systems. He develops scalable algorithms and systems for modern data management challenges, with applications in transportation, social networks, and geospatial analytics. Projects & Grants : MESA: In-memory Spatial Analytics Made Scalable (HFRI-funded, PI) MORE: Real-time Energy Data Management (H2020, Senior Researcher) Smart City Bus Platform (ERDF-funded, PI/Coordinator) Awards : Outstanding Young Researcher Award (2008-2009, HKU) Best Paper Award at SSTD 2015 Test of Time Award at MDM 2022 Labs & Collaborations : Leads the Archimedes Research Unit at ATHENA RC, collaborating with institutions like HKUST and Uppsala University on spatial and big data systems. Active in organizing top-tier conferences like SIGMOD, EDBT, and ICDE.
Ion Androutsopoulos is a Professor of Artificial Intelligence in the Department of Informatics at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), where he also serves as Head of Department. He is founder and co-director of AUEB's Natural Language Processing Group and an Adjunct Researcher at the Digital Curation Unit and "Archimedes" Research Unit of the Research Centre "Athena". His research spans multiple dimensions of Artificial Intelligence with a focus on Natural Language Processing. Key interests include: Machine learning in NLP, particularly deep learning and large language models Question answering and retrieval augmented generation for document collections Dialog systems for new languages and knowledge domains Sentiment analysis and emotion recognition from text and speech Detecting toxic posts and disinformation online Image-to-text generation for medical diagnostics NLP applications in biomedical, legal, and financial domains His recent publications demonstrate strong activity across medical AI (particularly ImageCLEFmed Caption competitions where his group consistently ranks 1st-2nd), legal NLP (LexGLUE benchmark), financial NLP (EDGAR-CRAWLER), and multilingual challenges. His work shows increasing emphasis on large language models, explainability, and practical applications. Notable awards include: Top 2% scientist worldwide (Stanford University database, 2023) Multiple AUEB Excellent Teaching Awards (2017-18, 2021-22, 2023-24) Three consecutive BioASQ awards (2018-2020) Multiple 1st/2nd place rankings in ImageCLEFmed Caption competitions (2021-2025) He actively organizes major events including the Athens Natural Language Processing Summer School (AthNLP) and SemEval tasks. His group maintains strong industry and research collaborations, particularly in medical AI applications where they've developed systems that generate diagnostic captions from medical images with state-of-the-art performance.
Christos Makris is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics at the University of Patras, Greece. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to computer science, particularly in data structures, algorithms, and information systems. He maintains active research collaborations and supervises graduate students in his areas of expertise. Dr. Makris's research spans several key areas in computer science with a strong focus on efficient data organization and processing. His work encompasses Data Structures , Information Retrieval , Data Mining , String Management and Processing Algorithms , Computational Geometry , Internet Technologies , Bioinformatics , and Multimedia Databases . His interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications across various domains including web technologies, bioinformatics, and emergency response systems. Analysis of Dr. Makris's publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on efficient algorithms for information management. His work demonstrates evolution from foundational data structure research in the 1990s to more applied work in web technologies, social media analysis, and machine learning applications in recent years. A notable pattern is his ability to adapt core algorithmic techniques to emerging application domains while maintaining theoretical rigor. Dr. Makris maintains an impressive scholarly record with over 3,000 citations, an h-index of 29, and an i10-index of 71 according to Google Scholar metrics. These indicators reflect the significant impact of his research within the computer science community. As an active faculty member, Dr. Makris maintains regular office hours on Tuesdays from 18:00-20:00 and Thursdays from 12:00-14:00. He is accessible via email at makri@ceid.upatras.gr or makri@upatras.gr for academic inquiries and student supervision.
Chrisanthi Avgerou is Professor of Information Systems at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), affiliated with the Department of Management Science and Technology in the School of Business. She chairs IFIP Technical Committee 9 on Social Implications of Information Technology and serves as Associate Editor for Information Systems Research Journal and The Information Society Journal. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Information Systems, London School of Economics, 1989 M.Sc. in Computer Science, Loughborough University of Technology, 1978 B.Sc.(Hons) in Mathematics, University of Athens, Greece, 1977 Professor Avgerou's research examines ICT's relationship with organizational transformation and socio-economic development, with emphasis on critical perspectives and developing country contexts. Her work bridges technical implementation with social theory, exploring power dynamics in socio-technical change and institutional barriers to ICT adoption. She pioneered studies on computers in developing countries through IFIP WG 9.4 leadership (1996-2003). Analysis of her 1998-2007 publications reveals consistent focus on three interconnected domains: (1) socio-technical change in organizations using institutional theory, (2) ICT's role in development contexts through critical policy analysis, and (3) philosophical foundations of information systems research. Her editorial work in The Oxford Handbook of ICT (2007) synthesizes global perspectives on digital transformation. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the British Computer Society Fellow of the Association for Information Systems She coordinates the BSc Information Systems and Management program for the University of London External Programme and teaches Social Study of IS (IS470) and Information Society, Theory and Policy (IS412/478). Her research is conducted through LSE's Information Systems and Innovation Group, which examines technology's societal impacts through interdisciplinary collaboration. She currently organizes the Human Choice and Computers conference series, advancing discourse on technology ethics.
Ioannis Tzimas is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the University of Peloponnese. He is a highly active researcher with numerous publications in areas of Service-Oriented Architectures, Web Engineering, Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence applications. University: University of Peloponnese Department: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Academic Rank: Professor Email: tzimas@uop.gr Ioannis Tzimas received his education from the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics of the University of Patras, where he also completed his PhD in Web Engineering. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of computer science and practical applications. Service-Oriented Architectures and Information Systems Web Data Engineering and Web Modeling Big Data Management and Data Science Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Applications Digital Ecosystems and Digital Transformation for the Public Sector Bioinformatics Professor Tzimas' recent research output demonstrates a strategic focus on applying advanced computational techniques to address contemporary challenges. His work shows particular expertise in labor market analysis using large language models, electricity demand forecasting in Greece, and social protection systems. His publications reveal a pattern of bridging theoretical computer science with practical, real-world applications across multiple sectors. Since 2018, he has served as an international consultant to the World Bank in the field of information systems and digital transformation, working on projects across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, the Pacific Islands, and China. His earlier career included significant technical leadership roles at the University of Patras and other Greek institutions. Technical Manager of the Graphics, Multimedia and Geographic Systems Laboratory (1996-2018) Technical Coordinator of the Internet and Multimedia Technologies Research Unit (1997-2011) Scientific Manager of the Network Management Center of the TEI of Messolonghi (2009-mid 2013)
Ioannis Iglezakis is an Associate Professor at the School of Law, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), specializing in the intersection of law and technology. His academic career spans over three decades with continuous contributions to informatics law, cyber law, data protection, and privacy law. At AUTH, he teaches courses including Law of Informatics, Computers and Law I (Cyberlaw I), Computers and Law II (Privacy and Security in the Information Society), Legal Aspects of Cybercrime, Internet-Law, and Law and Information Technology. Dr. Iglezakis earned his undergraduate degree in Law from AUTH in 1987, followed by a Magister Legum Europae from Hannover University in 1993. He completed his postgraduate studies in History, Philosophy and Sociology of Law at AUTH in 1990 and earned his PhD in Law from AUTH in 1999. His educational background combines Greek legal training with European legal perspectives. His research interests focus on the legal challenges posed by digital technologies, with particular emphasis on data protection, privacy law, cybercrime regulation, digital rights, and the application of GDPR in various contexts. He has published extensively on topics including the right to be forgotten, digital identity management, workplace surveillance in the digital age, hate speech online, and the legal implications of emerging technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence. His work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical applications in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The trends in his publications reveal a consistent focus on the evolving relationship between law and technology, with increasing attention to GDPR implementation, health data protection, and the challenges of algorithmic decision-making. His work spans multiple disciplines including legal theory, privacy studies, cyber security, and digital governance, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern informatics law. Dr. Iglezakis has supervised over 50 master's theses at AUTH, mentoring the next generation of legal scholars in areas including cloud computing contracts, personal data protection, social media law, intellectual property in digital environments, and cybercrime. His administrative roles have included membership on the European Educational Programs Committee (2011-2012) and the Legal Committee of AUTH (2013-2014). His research projects include the 2018-2019 study on 'Legal Issues of Mobile Applications Development, Distribution and Use,' the 2014 '6th International Conference on Informatics Law,' and the 2013-2015 Center of Excellence for Cybercrime for Education, Research and Training in Greece. These projects highlight his commitment to addressing practical legal challenges in the digital domain while contributing to academic discourse.
Georgios Lappas is a Professor of Information Technology with emphases on Social and Political Informatics at the Department of Communication and Digital Media, University of Western Macedonia. He serves as Head of the Department, Director of the Digital Media and Strategic Communication Laboratory, and Vice-Director of the MSc Programs "Public Discourse and Digital Media" and "Digital Games and Multimedia Development". He is also a member of the Regional Council for Research and Innovation of the Region of Western Macedonia. Professor Lappas holds a PhD in Computer Science and an MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence. His academic career spans numerous research contributions and leadership roles within the university and research community. His primary research interests focus on Social Informatics, E-Government, E-Democracy, Online Politics, Human-Computer Interaction, Digital Marketing, Online Reputation Management, Web Mining, Opinion Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Web Intelligence, and Social Network Analysis. His work bridges computer science with social and political sciences, particularly examining how digital technologies impact governance, political communication, and social interactions. Professor Lappas has published extensively, with over 100 papers in international journals, conference proceedings, and book chapters. His recent work examines social media campaigns in political contexts, citizen engagement with digital government services, and the application of emerging technologies like augmented reality in various sectors. His publications appear in prestigious journals such as New Media and Society, Journal of Information Technology and Politics, Local Government Studies, and International Journal of Electronic Governance. He has served as Program Committee member in more than 130 international conferences and on editorial boards of journals including Journal of Information Technology and Politics, International Journal of Entertainment Technology and Management, and Journal of E-Government. Professor Lappas has chaired or co-chaired four international conferences, served on organizing committees for seven conferences, acted as publicity chair for two conferences, and chaired sessions at over 20 international conferences. Professor Lappas has participated in numerous national and EU-funded projects. Currently, he coordinates the "Wine Live Label Innovative Augmented Reality Applications in Wine Product Labeling" project under the "Research-Create-Innovate" program, and leads work package 5 of the "AGRO-TOUR" project focused on mixed reality applications for promoting mountain trails in Western Macedonia. He teaches courses including Human-Machine Communication, Digital Marketing and Online Entrepreneurship, Online Reputational Management, E-Government, E-Democracy and Political Campaigns on the Internet, Special Issues on Social Informatics, and Big Data and Web Intelligence.
Evangelos Ioannidis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Statistics, School of Informatics and Statistics, Athens University of Economics and Business. Born in 1962, he holds a Mathematics PhD from the University of Heidelberg (1993) and has served in his current department since 1999, progressing from Lecturer (1999) to Assistant Professor (2007) and Associate Professor (2023). His expertise spans spectral analysis of time series , cointegration methods , and bootstrap applications in economic data analysis, with additional focus on Official Statistics and sampling techniques . University of Heidelberg: MMath (1987), PhD (1993) Researcher, University of Heidelberg (1987-1991) Visiting Researcher, University of Orsay, Paris Sud (1992-1993) OECD, Paris (1994-1998) National Institute of Labour (1999) His scientific contributions focus on time series econometrics, VAR model spectra, and R&D expenditure analysis. Recent work includes non-parametric spectral estimation and risk-based sampling methodology. He has collaborated with Eurostat on statistical projects (2012-2014). Current affiliations include the Athens University of Economics and Business , where he teaches and conducts research on economic time series analysis and statistical methods.
Sotiris Christodoulou is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering at the University of Peloponnese. He also serves as a research associate at the 'Diofantos' Institute of Computer Technology and Publishing. His academic career spans multiple institutions where he has taught graduate and undergraduate courses across seven different universities since 2004. Dr. Christodoulou earned his B.A. in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the University of Patras in 1994 and completed his PhD in Web Engineering from the same institution in 2004. His educational background established the foundation for his extensive research career focused on web technologies and applications. His primary research interests include Web Engineering, Web Application Performance Optimization, Web Code Quality, Semantic Web technologies, Hypermedia Systems, and emerging Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 technologies. His work extends to Virtual Interactive Environments, 3D and Augmented Reality applications, and Spatial Hypertext systems. Christodoulou's research bridges theoretical web engineering principles with practical applications in cultural heritage, education, and urban infrastructure systems. His research output comprises over 45 publications in international journals, book chapters, and conferences, accumulating more than 450 citations. He has participated in over 23 European and National Research and Development Projects focused on web software technology, hypermedia applications, and 3D educational and cultural applications. Professional member of ACM Professional member of IEEE Member of organizing committees for over 15 international scientific conferences Reviewer for recognized international journals (ACM, IEEE, etc.) Christodoulou has extensive teaching experience across seven universities, specializing in programming languages, web software engineering, software quality, and data management. His research projects typically combine applied research with cutting-edge technology implementation for real-world problems in large organizational information systems. He maintains regular office hours at Building K, Office K2.02 at the University of Peloponnese, with appointments available on Mondays and Thursdays.
Symeon Papavassiliou is a Professor at the Department of Communications, Electronics and Information Systems, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens since 2004. Previously held positions include Associate Professor at New Jersey Institute of Technology (1996-2004) and senior researcher at AT&T Labs (1995-1999). He leads the Network Management and Optimal Design Laboratory and has served in various academic leadership roles, including Deputy Director since 2005. His research focuses on computer networks, wireless systems, and AI-driven network management with over 400 publications. Recognized with multiple best paper awards and NSF Career Award (2003). Education: B.A. Electrical Engineering, NTUA (1990) MSc & PhD Electrical Engineering, Polytechnic University, NY (1992/1996) Key Roles: Founder, New Jersey Center for Wireless Networks & Internet Security Member, EETT (National Telecommunications Commission) 2006-2009 Editorial Board Member, multiple journals Research Interests: Specializes in mobile/distributed systems optimization, wireless networks, complex systems, IoT, and AI applications in network management. Active in 6G architecture research, edge computing orchestration, and secure federated learning frameworks. Publications highlight innovations in network resource allocation, game theory models for positioning systems, and symbiotic computing continuum architectures. Recent work emphasizes resilience in critical infrastructure and smart grid optimization. Awards: Over 10 best paper awards from IEEE conferences, AT&T recognition, and Greek Excellence in Research Grant (2012). Grants: Funded by EU Framework Programs, NSF, ESA, and industry partners like Panasonic and Northrop Grumman. Leads interdisciplinary projects like HEROES (UAV-based emergency response) and NEPHELE (multi-cloud ecosystems). Active in digital twin development for cultural heritage preservation and SDG tracking via knowledge graphs.
Tsalgatidou Afroditi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, University of Athens. She holds a Degree in Chemistry from the University of Athens (1982), an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Computation from the University of Manchester (1985–1988). Her professional career includes roles as an Assistant Professor (1995–2010), Lecturer (1991–1995), and Director of Research and Development at 01 Informatics (1989–1991). Her research focuses on advanced computational systems, including Big Data and AI pipelines Fake News Detection Recommendation systems in social networks Reputation management in P2P applications Process management and mining She teaches undergraduate courses like 'Introduction to Information Technology and Telecommunications' and postgraduate courses in 'E-Commerce Technologies' and 'Business Process Management Technologies.' No scientific awards or recent articles were explicitly listed in the provided text, but her CV (linked as 2024 - TSALGATIDOU.pdf) may contain additional details.
Moses A. Boudourides is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics , University of Patras , Greece. Holding a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University and an Engineering Diploma from NTUA, his work bridges applied mathematics and social informatics . Research Interests : Nonlinear dynamics, chaos theory, societal implications of technology, internet studies, science policy, network analysis, and digital communication. Teaching : Courses in mathematics and its intersections with technological systems. Projects : Contributions to European research initiatives like SOEIS, STAGE, and COMMORG. Recent Publications span mathematical modeling of fluid dynamics, social network analysis of email systems, and policy critiques of ICTs, reflecting his interdisciplinary focus. Articles often examine network self-organization, digital media impacts, and nonlinear system behaviors. Contact : mboudour@upatras.gr , Department of Mathematics, University of Patras, Greece.
Georgios Bardis is a permanent Assistant Professor at the Department of Informatics and Computer Engineering , School of Engineering , University of West Attica . He holds a PhD in Informatics from University of Limoges (2006), an MSc in Software Systems from University of California, Santa Barbara (1994), and a Diploma in Computer Engineering & Informatics from University of Patras (1992). His career spans multiple academic roles, including Lecturer at University of West Attica (2018-2021) and Professor of Applications at TEI of Athens (2010-2018). Research Interests : Focus on Intelligent Computer Graphics , Declarative Modeling , and Multicriteria Decision Analysis . His work integrates AI into 3D scene synthesis, urban planning, and semantic decision systems. Awards : Master Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), 2003 NAT Scholarships for Academic Excellence (1989-1992) 1984 Monetary Prize from Hellenic Mathematical Society Leadership : Member of AKIIS Research Lab (University of West Attica), Editorial Board of International Journal of Systems Biology and Biomedical Technologies , and Reviewer for International Journal of Digital Earth . Publications : 5 peer-reviewed journals, 2 books, 8 book chapters, and 22 conference papers. Key areas include WebGL avatars, urban data analysis, and 3D modeling with AI.
Dr. Vangelis Marinakis is an Assistant Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). His academic background includes an Electrical and Computer Engineering degree and a PhD in Decision Support Systems for Sustainable Energy Planning from NTUA. PhD in Decision Support Systems for Sustainable Energy Planning (NTUA) Electrical and Computer Engineer (NTUA) His research focuses on designing methodologies for intelligent energy management across Smart Homes, Buildings, Cities, and Districts, leveraging technologies like IoT, AI, and Big Data. He has contributed to over 25 European (Horizon Europe, H2020) and national projects, with more than 50 journal publications and book chapters. Key research areas include Decision Support Systems , Energy Efficiency , and Renewable Energy Integration . He has led research in AI-driven energy forecasting, federated learning for privacy-preserving data models, and blockchain applications in energy markets. His work explores the intersection of Smart Grids , Building Informatics , and Climate Resilience . Dr. Marinakis has developed frameworks for: Decarbonization-as-a-Service in building renovations Scalable Big Data architectures for smart buildings Multi-criteria optimization of EV charging stations Explainable AI in energy decision-making Climate resilience assessment for urban housing
Dr. Martha Michailidou is an Associate Professor in Media Research Methods at the Department of Communications, Media and Culture, Panteion University in Athens. She has held academic roles at Goldsmiths College, University of London, and the University of Crete. Her research focuses on feminist methodologies, digital media transitions, and the cultural and creative industries. She has contributed to 11 EU-funded research projects and co-founded the CID-CCS Lab (Cultural Informatics, Data and Computational Cultural Studies Lab). Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical studies on gender dynamics in digital labor, cultural policy, and virtual work environments. Research Interests: Multimethodological approaches to media and cultural research Feminist digital methods and emergent technologies Impact of digital transitions on creative industries Gendered labor in virtual workspaces Cultural policy and GLAM institutions Key Contributions: Principal investigator in GLAMMONS project analyzing cultural institutions' economic impact Co-developed frameworks for mapping Greece's cultural-creative industries Pioneer in studying gender inequalities in tech startups and digital labor markets Awards & Grants: 11 national/international research projects funded by EU frameworks (Horizon 2020, FP7) Recipient of research excellence awards from Panteion University Labs/Teams: Director of the Cultural Informatics, Data and Computational Cultural Studies Lab (CID-CCS) at Panteion University.
