Ass. Prof. Theodor Panagiotakopoulos

Theodor Panagiotakopoulos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management Science and Technology at the University of Patras, specializing in Internet of Things applications. In 2006, he received his diploma from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Patras, and in 2011, he obtained his PhD in Pervasive Systems from the same department. Since 2011, he has been a research fellow in the Laboratory of Mobile and Pervasive Computing, Quality, and Ambient Intelligence of the Hellenic University, and since 2020, a visiting professor at the University of Nicosia. His research interests include pervasive systems, cloud platforms, machine learning and Internet of Things systems, technologies, and applications, with a focus on smart cities, energy, healthcare, shipping and transportation. Additionally, his research activities target continuous professional training in key emerging digital technologies through e-learning frameworks. He has published numerous scientific papers in reputable international journals and conferences. He has also participated in more than 30 European and national research projects (e.g., H2020, Horizon Europe, Erasmus+), holding key roles at research, technical, and managerial levels.