October 2024
ENGINEER brochure is out
The ENGINEER project is thrilled to announce that its official brochure is now available! The brochure offers a detailed insight into the project’s mission to enhance research capabilities, promote sustainable development, and preserve cultural heritage through advanced geospatial and civil engineering technologies. This release showcases the collaborative efforts of top European institutions working together to address modern challenges related to the preservation of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, like the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos. Take a look at the brochure...
Cultural Heritage Innovation: needs, opportunities, and future synergies
The ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence hosted an engaging workshop, bringing together prominent speakers and experts to discuss the preservation and monitoring of cultural heritage through advanced technologies. Key sessions highlighted innovative approaches used to protect Cyprus’ rich historical assets. This workshop was part of the tasks carried out under WP5. The morning sessions began with Dr. Kyriacos Themistocleous, External Affairs & Business Development Director at the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, who presented the center’s cultural heritage activities (09:20 – 09:40). Following...
Participation at EPIBOOST annual meeting
On October 2nd, the Focus Group on Twinning Actions management convened during the EPIBOOST annual meeting for a highly productive session. The discussion focused on the ongoing development of the collaborative Guide on Twinning Projects management, with particular emphasis on the Communication section. Members reviewed and analyzed insights gathered from the second survey, which served as a basis for refining key aspects of the guide. The session also highlighted the rationale behind the Communication section, and participants were encouraged to...September 2024
Engagement with archaeological field campaigns with Roma3 Univ. at Athens
From Saturday, October 28th, to Tuesday, October 1st, the Engineer project team embarked on a comprehensive fieldwork expedition in the historic Megara region of Attica, Greece. This expedition was led by Professor Emeri Farinetti from Roma Tre University and involved an interdisciplinary team of students, researchers, and specialists. Our primary focus during this fieldwork was utilizing UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) technology for high-precision field mapping, alongside conducting cutting-edge research in the fields of civil engineering and geomatics, with a particular emphasis...
Ultrasound acoustic measurements at Tombs of the Kings
On September 27th, Dr. Nicholas Kyriakides and Dr. Renos Votsis, members of the ENGINEER project, along with Ms. Panayiota Kadi, a technical engineer from the Laboratory Sector of the Public Works Department (LSPWD), visited the archaeological site of the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos. The purpose of the visit was to conduct non-destructive tests (NDT) on the monument to gather data essential for a subsequent structural assessment. The team performed tests using an ultrasonic system based on the pulse velocity...
Participation at Climate Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East Conference
Dr. Athos Agapiou was invited to participate in the 2024 Climate Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East Conference, co-organized by The Cyprus Institute and the Cyprus Academy of Sciences, Letters, and Arts. Building on the success of previous conferences, the event brought together key stakeholders to address the pressing climate issues in this vulnerable region. Dr. Agapiou's presentation focused on the role of Earth observation in tackling climate change and preserving cultural heritage. He showcased examples from...
ENGINEER WP3 Virtual Training 04 (VT04) – Administrative Skills
Today, we successfully held the Virtual Training on Research Management Skills - Session 04 (Administrative Skills) as part of WP3, hosted online by POLIMI. This session is part of the ENGINEER project’s ongoing efforts in its final year, focusing on developing administrative skills for effective project management. The training covered collaboration opportunities between universities and private companies, along with a practical session on resource and time management. We appreciate the active participation of all partners and attendees in making this...
Top 2% Scientists Worldwide 2023 by Stanford University
Prof. Phaedon Kyriakidis and Asst. Prof. Athos Agapiou has been included in the latest Stanford University report, which lists the top 2% of the most highly cited scientists globally. This ranking reflects their contributions to research and the impact of their work within their respective fields. Stanford University recently updated its comprehensive database, which identifies the top 2% of the most-cited scientists across various disciplines. The report was compiled by a team of experts led by Prof. John Ioannidis, a...
