NEWSLETTER // 17 // Bringing the Community Together |
NEWSLETTER // 17 // Bringing the Community Together |
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From the Past to the FutureThe contract for the restoration of the neoclassical building of the Athena Research Center in the old town of Xanthi has been signed on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Athena facilities in the Kimmeria University Campus of Xanthi. |
From the Past to the FutureThe contract for the restoration of the neoclassical building of the Athena Research Center in the old town of Xanthi has been signed on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Athena facilities in the Kimmeria University Campus of Xanthi. |
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| Minister of Development Takis Theodorikakos Visited Athena |
Minister of Development Takis Theodorikakos Visited Athena |
Mr. Theodorikakos had the opportunity to see numerous innovative applications presented by researchers, showcasing advancements in robotics, big data, automation, and LLM for the Greek language... |
Mr. Theodorikakos had the opportunity to see numerous innovative applications presented by researchers, showcasing advancements in robotics, big data, automation, and LLM for the Greek language... |
| | Llama-Krikri: The New Greek AI Language Model |
Llama-Krikri: The New Greek AI Language Model |
Llama-Krikri is openly available, allowing researchers, businesses, and academic institutions to customize it according to their needs... |
Llama-Krikri is openly available, allowing researchers, businesses, and academic institutions to customize it according to their needs... |
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| Memorandum of Understanding with the German Archaeological Institute of Athens |
Memorandum of Understanding with the German Archaeological Institute of Athens |
This collaboration aims to optimize the expertise of both organizations through the development and implementation of joint research projects, as well as to promote digital technology across all aspects of archaeological practice... |
This collaboration aims to optimize the expertise of both organizations through the development and implementation of joint research projects, as well as to promote digital technology across all aspects of archaeological practice... |
| | Professor Koundouri’s Participation at the EIB Group Forum |
Professor Koundouri’s Participation at the EIB Group Forum |
Τhe WCLN brings together women leaders from 27 EU countries to shape climate policy, finance, and sustainable development... |
Τhe WCLN brings together women leaders from 27 EU countries to shape climate policy, finance, and sustainable development... |
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| Katerina Pastra elected President of the Hellenic Artificial Intelligence Association |
Katerina Pastra elected President of the Hellenic Artificial Intelligence Association |
“Artificial Intelligence is pervasive; it has reached out to different scientific fields, it is at the center of developments in industry, in business, in our everyday life”, stated K. Pastra with regards to her election... |
“Artificial Intelligence is pervasive; it has reached out to different scientific fields, it is at the center of developments in industry, in business, in our everyday life”, stated K. Pastra with regards to her election... |
| | Student Activities on Robotics and Science by the Research Teams of the Robotics Institute and HERON |
Student Activities on Robotics and Science by the Research Teams of the Robotics Institute and HERON |
A series of activities aimed at informing and engaging students in science, artificial intelligence, and robotics... |
A series of activities aimed at informing and engaging students in science, artificial intelligence, and robotics... |
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| The President of Athena at EmTech Europe |
The President of Athena at EmTech Europe |
The creation of a strong deep tech ecosystem in Greece was at the center of discussion, which took place during the first day of the conference, March 5, 2025... |
The creation of a strong deep tech ecosystem in Greece was at the center of discussion, which took place during the first day of the conference, March 5, 2025... |
| | "The Tales from Mednight" has been released |
"The Tales from Mednight" has been released |
This exciting new book introduces children under the age of 12 to the marvels of science, from biodiversity and clean energy to Mediterranean history and environmental management... |
This exciting new book introduces children under the age of 12 to the marvels of science, from biodiversity and clean energy to Mediterranean history and environmental management... |
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| Event on Women’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
Event on Women’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
The significant event took place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Villa Costa in Nea Erythraia, in celebration of International Women’s Day... |
The significant event took place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Villa Costa in Nea Erythraia, in celebration of International Women’s Day... |
| | Neuroscience on the Impact of Grind Culture |
Neuroscience on the Impact of Grind Culture |
What role does the prefrontal cortex play in brain function? How can we enhance neuroplasticity and maintain brain health? A very interesting interview by Ms. Maria-Olympia Katsouli, Research Associate at Athena... |
What role does the prefrontal cortex play in brain function? How can we enhance neuroplasticity and maintain brain health? A very interesting interview by Ms. Maria-Olympia Katsouli, Research Associate at Athena... |
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| Memorandum of Understanding with Eurobank |
Memorandum of Understanding with Eurobank |
The Memorandum of Understanding aims to enhance the Bank's digital transformation and improve the daily lives of all its customers through the use of cutting-edge technology... |
The Memorandum of Understanding aims to enhance the Bank's digital transformation and improve the daily lives of all its customers through the use of cutting-edge technology... |
| | Award Ceremony of the Future of Database Programming Contest |
Award Ceremony of the Future of Database Programming Contest |
Τhe award ceremony for the Future of Database Programming Contest, organized on Friday, March 7, 2025, at St. George Lycabettus Hotel by the Athena Research Center in collaboration with Huawei, was successfully concluded... |
Τhe award ceremony for the Future of Database Programming Contest, organized on Friday, March 7, 2025, at St. George Lycabettus Hotel by the Athena Research Center in collaboration with Huawei, was successfully concluded... |
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| | | PathOS is a Horizon Europe project aiming to collect concrete evidence of Open Science effects, study the pathways of Open Science practices, from input to output, outcome and impact, including the consideration of enabling factors and key barriers. |
PathOS is a Horizon Europe project aiming to collect concrete evidence of Open Science effects, study the pathways of Open Science practices, from input to output, outcome and impact, including the consideration of enabling factors and key barriers. |
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| | | The GuardAI project seeks to enhance the security of edge AI systems, addressing their critical vulnerabilities. Emphasis is placed on high-stakes domains, as outlined in the EU’s AI Act, where these systems, including drones, connected and autonomous vehicles, and network edge infrastructure, are becoming widespread and will play a pivotal role in making crucial decisions. |
The GuardAI project seeks to enhance the security of edge AI systems, addressing their critical vulnerabilities. Emphasis is placed on high-stakes domains, as outlined in the EU’s AI Act, where these systems, including drones, connected and autonomous vehicles, and network edge infrastructure, are becoming widespread and will play a pivotal role in making crucial decisions. |
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| | | Dr. Kyriakos Stefanidis, has a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering in the field of network security and a Diploma in Computer Engineering. He is currently a principal researcher at Industrial Systems Institute of Athena in Patras, Greece. He has 16 years of experience in research and development projects in the areas of secure networked systems, industrial systems security, network security, intrusion detection systems and identity management. |
Dr. Kyriakos Stefanidis, has a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering in the field of network security and a Diploma in Computer Engineering. He is currently a principal researcher at Industrial Systems Institute of Athena in Patras, Greece. He has 16 years of experience in research and development projects in the areas of secure networked systems, industrial systems security, network security, intrusion detection systems and identity management. |
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| | | ESA BIC GREECE: The Incubator Boosting Greek Innovation in Space |
ESA BIC GREECE: The Incubator Boosting Greek Innovation in Space |
More than 100 Greek entities are involved in ESA programs |
More than 100 Greek entities are involved in ESA programs |
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| | | George Papastefanatos on Naftemporiki's Channel |
George Papastefanatos on Naftemporiki's Channel |
How data centers can become "green" |
How data centers can become "green" |
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| | | PSLifestyle: Find your carbon footprint |
PSLifestyle: Find your carbon footprint |
Adopt a more sustainable lifestyle! |
Adopt a more sustainable lifestyle! |
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| HERON - Hellenic Robotics Center of Excellence Inaugural Event |
HERON - Hellenic Robotics Center of Excellence Inaugural Event |
Athens, Greece, 3 April 2025The HERON - Hellenic Robotics Center of Excellence Inaugural Event will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Basil and Elise Goulandris Foundation (13 Eratosthenous, Athens), from 09:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The event will be attended by political leaders, international partners of HERON, over 70 organizations and companies committed to contributing to the Center, and the robotics scientific and business community in Greece. The event will provide participants with the opportunity to learn about this groundbreaking new institution |
Athens, Greece, 3 April 2025The HERON - Hellenic Robotics Center of Excellence Inaugural Event will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Basil and Elise Goulandris Foundation (13 Eratosthenous, Athens), from 09:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The event will be attended by political leaders, international partners of HERON, over 70 organizations and companies committed to contributing to the Center, and the robotics scientific and business community in Greece. The event will provide participants with the opportunity to learn about this groundbreaking new institution |
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| Xanthi Puzzle Festival 2025 |
Xanthi Puzzle Festival 2025 |
Xanthi, Greece, 4-6 April 2025Xanthi becomes a meeting point for science, technology, and knowledge through the Xanthi Puzzle Festival 2025, taking place from April 4 to 6, 2025. As a co-organizer, the Athena Research Center strengthens the festival’s dynamic presence, contributing to this multidisciplinary scientific institution that promotes critical thinking, discovery, and interactive learning.
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Xanthi, Greece, 4-6 April 2025Xanthi becomes a meeting point for science, technology, and knowledge through the Xanthi Puzzle Festival 2025, taking place from April 4 to 6, 2025. As a co-organizer, the Athena Research Center strengthens the festival’s dynamic presence, contributing to this multidisciplinary scientific institution that promotes critical thinking, discovery, and interactive learning.
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| Digital Horizons: Embracing heritage in an evolving world |
Digital Horizons: Embracing heritage in an evolving world |
Athens, Greece, 5 - 9 May 2025CAA is an international organisation bringing together archaeologists, mathematicians and computer scientists. Its aims are to encourage communication between these disciplines, to provide a survey of present work in the field and to stimulate discussion and future progress. |
Athens, Greece, 5 - 9 May 2025CAA is an international organisation bringing together archaeologists, mathematicians and computer scientists. Its aims are to encourage communication between these disciplines, to provide a survey of present work in the field and to stimulate discussion and future progress. |
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Athena Research Centre, Aigialias & Chalepa, 15125, Marousi, Greece
Tel: +30 210 6875300, e-mail: info@athenarc.gr |
Athena Research Centre, Aigialias & Chalepa, 15125, Marousi, Greece
Tel: +30 210 6875300, e-mail: info@athenarc.gr |
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