Amalia Foka is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science Applications for the Arts at the Department of Fine Arts & Art Sciences , School of Fine Arts , University of Ioannina , Greece. She has held academic positions at the University of Patras (2005-2013), University of Ioannina (2005-2008), and Computer Technology Institute & Press "Diophantus" (2014-2015). Her research bridges Artificial Intelligence with Digital Art , focusing on Generative AI , Social Media Mining , and Human-Computer Interaction within artistic contexts. Education: BEng in Computer Systems Engineering (1998) from the University of Manchester Institute of Science & Technology (UMIST) , UK MSc in Advanced Control (1999) from UMIST PhD in Robotics (2005) from the Department of Computer Science , University of Crete Her artistic research includes projects like Bushwalking (StyleGAN2 landscape generation), Breaking the Silence (NLP analysis of taboo topics), and The Invisible Structures of the Artworld (social media-driven network visualization). She leads the Multimedia Lab at the University of Ioannina, focusing on AI in Creative Processes and Digital Interaction methodologies.
Theodora Varvarigou is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). She holds a B.Eng. from NTUA and M.Eng. and Ph.D. degrees from Stanford University. Her career includes research at AT&T Bell Labs and roles at the Technical University of Crete. From 2008-2012, she served as director of NTUA's 'Technoeconomic Systems' postgraduate program. Her research focuses on Cloud Computing, Multimedia Content Processing, Social Networking Technologies, and emerging areas like blockchain, edge computing, and cybersecurity. She has published over 200 papers and led numerous European research projects, emphasizing scalable systems, data management, and smart infrastructure applications. Her work spans technical innovations such as intrusion detection systems, edge resource optimization, and blockchain-based solutions for IoT, healthcare, and smart cities. Recent publications highlight advancements in AI-driven resource allocation, privacy-preserving blockchain designs, and predictive analytics for edge computing environments. Professor Varvarigou has contributed to interdisciplinary initiatives, including cohort data harmonization in biomedical research and social media analytics for urban planning. Her teaching includes courses on digital systems, network programming, and fault-tolerant systems.
Ioannis Tsaknakis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Peloponnese. He holds a PhD in computational geometry and multidimensional data structures from the University of Patras (2004) and has been actively involved in software systems research since 2004. His work spans Database Information Management , Big Data Systems , and Knowledge Mining , with a focus on data structures and computational geometry. Research Interests : Information Management in Databases Big Data Management Systems Computational Geometry Knowledge Mining in Databases/Web Publications highlight his contributions to IoT-driven educational frameworks, machine learning applications, and cryptographic systems for data security. He has taught courses on software design and data management since joining the University of Peloponnese in 2019. Contact : jtsaknakis@uop.gr . Office hours are in Building K (Monday & Tuesday, 8:00-9:00).
Brandon Lucia is a Full Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. He leads the abstract research group focusing on the intersection of computer architecture, systems, and programming languages. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations in energy-constrained environments. Lucia's research centers on intermittent computing systems and edge computing in extreme environments. His work on energy-harvesting systems has established fundamental principles for batteryless computing, while his orbital edge computing research pioneers computational intelligence for nanosatellite constellations. These research thrusts address critical challenges in reliability, efficiency, and programmability for systems operating under severe power constraints. His publication record shows a clear evolution from foundational work on intermittent computing models to sophisticated applications in space computing and edge intelligence. Recent publications demonstrate increasing integration of dataflow architectures with energy-harvesting constraints, particularly in satellite constellations where computational resources must be managed across distributed, power-constrained platforms operating in extreme environments. NSF CAREER Award (2017) IEEE TCCA Young Computer Architect Award (2019) Sloan Foundation Fellowship (2021) ASPLOS Best Paper Awards (2018, 2020) OOPSLA Distinguished Paper and Artifact Awards (2015) Lucia actively mentors numerous PhD students including Brad Denby, Zhuo Cheng, and Emily Ruppel, many of whom contribute significantly to his research program. His abstract research group maintains strong industry connections while pursuing fundamental advances in computing systems. The group has developed multiple open-source tools including Legerdemain for program analysis and MultiCacheSim for cache coherence simulation. His laboratory work spans from theoretical foundations of intermittent computing to practical implementations in space systems. Current projects include computational nanosatellite constellations, energy-minimal dataflow architectures, and secure edge computing systems that operate reliably despite frequent power failures.
Professor Maria Birbili serves as a Professor in the Department of Pedagogy at the School of Early Childhood Education, part of the Faculty of Education at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Her academic specialization lies in Applied Pedagogy within early childhood education, with a focus on curriculum development, teacher education, and child-centered learning practices. She holds a DPhil in Educational Studies (2000) and has contributed significantly to advancing educational methodologies through her research. Her academic career includes teaching courses such as *Assessment in Education*, *Early Childhood Pedagogy and Practice I*, and *Teaching Methodology*. Her research interests emphasize early childhood educational policies, teacher mediation in curriculum design, and the integration of computational thinking in K-12 education. She actively explores themes like parent involvement, professional development for educators, and cross-cultural curriculum comparisons, as seen in her work contrasting Greece and New Zealand’s early childhood policies. Birbili’s publications reflect a commitment to bridging theory and practice, addressing challenges in curriculum implementation, child questioning strategies, and pedagogical documentation. Her work often highlights the need for systemic reforms in Greece’s centralized educational framework to better support teachers and families. She is also engaged in digital initiatives, such as building online teacher communities and leveraging learning analytics for educational insights. Education: DPhil in Educational Studies (2000) Affiliation: School of Early Childhood Education, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Contact: mmpirmpi@nured.auth.gr | +30 2310991273
Antonios Deligiannakis is a Professor at the School of Electronic and Computer Engineering of the Technical University of Crete, specializing in database systems and distributed data processing. His academic career includes a postdoctoral position at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2006-2007) and a visiting researcher role at AT&T Labs-Research (2003). His educational background includes: PhD in Computer Science, University of Maryland, USA (2005) Master's Degree in Computer Science, University of Maryland, USA (2001) Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1999) Professor Deligiannakis's research spans Databases , Stream Processing , and Sensor Networks , with pioneering work in Approximate Query Evaluation for massive datasets and Complex Event Processing in distributed environments. His contributions enable efficient analytics in resource-constrained settings through techniques like synopses-based engines and windowed outlier detection. His 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveal a dominant focus on distributed streaming analytics, with recurring themes of cross-platform integration, federated learning, and extreme-scale interactive systems. Key innovations include the INFORE framework for interactive analytics, DAG* for IoT workflow optimization, and communication-efficient federated learning techniques—demonstrating consistent translation of theoretical advances into production-ready platforms. Scientific Awards: No specific awards were listed in the provided material. Information about advisees and research grants was not provided in available documentation, though his leadership in the Distributed Information Systems and Applications laboratory suggests active mentorship and project direction. He directs research in the Distributed Information Systems and Applications laboratory, developing systems for real-time analytics across domains including maritime surveillance, financial technology, and IoT platforms, with emphasis on scalability and fault tolerance in geo-distributed environments.
Michail G. Lagoudakis is a Professor at the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Duke University (2003), an M.Sc. from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette (1998), and a B.Sc. from the University of Patras (1995). He has held prestigious positions such as Postdoctoral Fellow at Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Industrial and Systems Engineering. Research Interests : Spanning machine learning (especially reinforcement learning), decision-making under uncertainty, robotics, algorithm selection, computational biology, and human-computer interaction. Publications : Over 15 recent works, including key contributions to robotics (auction-based multi-robot routing), medical diagnosis (urgent endoscopy prediction), and foundational machine learning (Least-Squares Policy Iteration, RCPI algorithm). Scientific Recognition : Recipient of Duke University's Outstanding Dissertation Award (2002-2003) and two Outstanding Teaching Assistant Awards. Professional Affiliations : Member of AAAI, IEEE, and ACM. Collaborations include industrial applications in disassembly planning, dynamic packet routing, and medical imaging. He advocates for computational biology and interdisciplinary research, aiming to integrate tools from mathematics and control theory into machine learning.
Glykeria Fragkiadaki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Early Childhood Education and Education Sciences at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Her academic work focuses on early childhood science education, particularly the integration of science concepts through play-based approaches and Conceptual PlayWorlds. She teaches courses including Early Childhood Pedagogy and Practice, Science and the Child's Social and Cultural Reality, and Science and Everyday Educational Reality in Preschool Settings. Her research interests center on early childhood science education, STEM learning for young children, conceptual development through play, cultural-historical approaches to education, and teacher professional development. She has developed significant expertise in Conceptual PlayWorlds as a framework for science learning in early years. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, emphasizing how children form scientific concepts through imaginative play and social interaction. Dr. Fragkiadaki's recent publications explore science concept formation from infancy through early childhood, the integration of digital tools in Conceptual PlayWorlds, collective imagination in early learning environments, and gender equity in STEM education for young children. Her work demonstrates how theoretical thinking can transform teacher practice and how play creates meaningful conditions for scientific concept development. She has supervised numerous doctoral, postgraduate, and undergraduate theses, both at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and internationally at Monash University. Her current research includes the project 'Ensuring the playful character of Natural Sciences: strengthening the scientific literacy of young children through play' (2023-2025), where she serves as coordinator, and participation in the research program 'Education Sciences: Research and Practice in changing learning environments' (2022-2027). Her academic journey began with a Diploma in Pedagogy for Kindergarten Teachers from the University of Patras in 2004, followed by a Master's degree in 2013 and a Doctoral degree in 2017, both from TEAPI at the University of Patras. Her scholarly contributions have established her as a significant voice in cultural-historical approaches to early childhood science education.
Despina Kalessopoulou serves as Assistant Professor of Museum Education in the Department of Early Childhood Education and Care at the University of West Attica. With over two decades of professional experience, she has held leadership roles at the National Archaeological Museum (Athens), Hellenic Children's Museum, and Museum of Contemporary Art "Skironio Museum Polychronopoulos," where she specialized in educational programming and exhibition development for diverse audiences including children and vulnerable groups. Her academic credentials include: Archaeology and Art History studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Museology degree from the University of Leicester, UK PhD in psycho-pedagogical design of child-centered museum exhibitions from the University of Thessaly Dr. Kalessopoulou's research centers on museums' educational, social, and communicative functions, with particular emphasis on child-centered exhibition design, children's interaction with museum environments, critical pedagogy, and experiential learning. Her work consistently advocates for museums as transformative spaces that foster social responsibility and inclusive learning experiences for young audiences. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on contemporary museum challenges including social justice awareness in children's play, multilingual approaches to museum education, and strategic development of museums for major anniversaries. Her scholarship frequently examines the National Archaeological Museum as a case study for understanding evolving visitor experiences and institutional transformation. She actively contributes to academic discourse as a reviewer for international journals and member of scientific museum associations. Her institutional collaborations span the Interinstitutional Postgraduate Programme "Museum Studies" (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens/University of West Attica), Interdepartmental Postgraduate Programme "Pedagogy through Innovative Technologies & Biomedical Approaches" (University of West Attica), and the Training Institute of the National Centre for Public Administration. Dr. Kalessopoulou maintains significant professional engagement through frequent invitations as lecturer at multiple Greek universities (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University of Thessaly, University of Ioannina, University of the Aegean, Economic University of Athens, Athens University of Applied Sciences) and the Ionian University (2017-18 academic year). She currently serves on the Scientific Committee of the Hellenic Children's Museum, continuing her lifelong commitment to advancing museum education for children.
Nick Bassiliades is a Professor at the School of Informatics , Aristotle University of Thessaloniki , Greece. His academic roles include serving as President of the Digital Governance Committee and the Digital Transformation of Greek Universities Committee, as well as Director of the Web, Data, and Knowledge Engineering Sector. Education: B.Sc. in Physics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1991) M.Sc. in Applied Artificial Intelligence, University of Aberdeen (1992) Ph.D. in Parallel Knowledge Base Systems, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1998) His research focuses on Semantic Web , Ontologies , Knowledge Graphs , and applications in Artificial Intelligence , eGovernment , and Intelligent Agents . Recent publications emphasize ontological frameworks for requirements engineering, explainable AI, and electric vehicle knowledge graphs. He actively contributes to scientific communities as a Senior Member of IEEE and ACM , and serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Business and Management . His work involves collaborations with the Intelligent Systems laboratory and projects like XR4DRAMA for disaster management.
Charalampos Karagiannidis is a Professor at the University of Thessaly (UTH) in the School of Educational Design (SED), Department of Information and Communication Technologies in Learning and Special Education. He has been affiliated with UTH since 2005 and previously worked at the University of the Aegean, ITI-CERTH, and ICS-FORTH. His academic roles include chairing the TeDISABLE Special Interest Group (SIG) of the IEEE TCLT. Education: BSc in Mathematics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki MSc in Information Technology, University of London PhD in Electronics Engineering, University of Kent, UK Research Focus: Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL) Accessibility & Universal Design Assistive Technologies for Special Needs Augmented Reality (AR) and Gamification in Education Educational Robotics for Inclusion Cognitive Assessment Technologies for Aging Populations Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes ICT applications for autism spectrum disorders (ASD), inclusive robotics, MOOC design for K-12 education, and digital tools to address mild cognitive impairment. His research often bridges theoretical learning models with practical software development, particularly for marginalized populations. Awards & Recognition: No explicit awards listed, but active participation in 150+ publications, editorial roles, and international conference committees demonstrates peer recognition. Grants & Labs: Involved in projects like the TeDISABLE SIG and development of tools such as the Virtual Learning and Social Stories for Autism (VLSS) system . Collaborates on EU-funded initiatives addressing aging populations and cognitive assessment via digital tools.
Panagiotis Kyriakoulakos is an Assistant Professor in Computer Animation at the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, University of the Aegean. He previously served as Lecturer at the same department (2010-2018) and Adjunct Lecturer at Paris 1 University (1987-1992). His academic career spans over 35 years with expertise in digital arts, animation, and new media. Education: Electrical Engineering (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki), DEA in Cinema/Television (Paris I), PhD in Art Sciences (Paris X). Professional Experience: Managing Director at Post Reality (1994-2006), New Media Director at PLD Production (2006-2010), awarded SCAM (1991) and Chevalier des Palmes Academiques (2014). Research Focus: Creative processes in animation, digital aesthetics, interactive systems, and cultural heritage projects like ARCHEOGUIDE and HIST3D. His research explores intersections between technology and artistic expression, emphasizing entrepreneurship in creative industries. Key contributions include the first Greek 30-minute computer-animated TV special Alexandra Meets the Space Toons (2003) and the Homeweb VOD platform pilot (2010). Dr. Kyriakoulakos coordinates the XARTS International Conference/School since 2013 and leads the Interactive Systems Design Lab. His work bridges academic research with practical applications through projects like the HIST3D framework and Paris-based research grants (2013). Awards: SCAM Video Magazine Editor Award (1991), Paris Research Grant (2013), French Academic Palms (2014). Labs/Teams: Interactive Systems Design Lab (since 2000), XARTS Conference Leadership. Publications: Over 30 articles, 3 books including 70 Years of Greek Animation (2016) and foundational texts on animation techniques.
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.
Athanasios D. Panagopoulos is a Full Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), specializing in Satellite & Space Communications , Antennas and Propagation , and Quantum Communication . He leads the Division of Information Transmission Systems and Material Technology, with a focus on wireless systems, machine learning, and 5G/6G technologies. Born in Athens (1975), received summa cum laude Diploma and Dr. Engineering from NTUA (1997, 2002). Former roles: part-time Assistant Professor (2003-2007), head of Satellite Division at Hellenic Authority for Information Security (2005-2008). Research Trends emphasize Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) , Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces , and Deep Learning Applications in satellite networks. His work bridges atmospheric propagation effects with terrestrial-satellite convergence , including AI-driven excess attenuation prediction and UAV channel modeling. Scientific Awards include URSI General Assembly Young Scientist Award (2002, 2005) Best Paper Awards: IEEE RAWCON 2006, IEEE ISWCS 2015 Grants & Collaborations : Principal Investigator for EU/ESA R&D programs, with editorial roles at IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, and Elsevier Physical Communication. Member of ITU-R , ETSI Study Groups , and IEEE (Senior) .
Georgios Styliaras serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics at the University of Patras, where he teaches Informatics I and II courses. His office is located in the Old Building on the 1st floor at G. Seferi 2, with regular office hours Tuesday-Wednesday from 12:00-14:00. His research focuses on Multimedia Systems , Cultural Technology , and Spatial Hypermedia , with particular emphasis on applications in cultural heritage environments. His work bridges computer science with cultural preservation, creating innovative solutions for museums and educational contexts. Analysis of his publication record from 2009-2013 reveals a strong trajectory toward mobile applications for cultural heritage sites, with increasing focus on smartphone-based multimedia services. His research consistently addresses security, trustworthiness, and user experience in digital cultural environments, demonstrating both technical expertise and cultural sensitivity. His scientific contributions include collaborations with researchers like Dimitrios Koukopoulos across multiple publications in journals such as Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, Journal of Cultural Heritage, and Electronic Commerce Research.
