Curriculum Vitae
Studies
1987
PhD
School of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Thesis: Numerical simulation of the three-dimensional coastal circulation using algebraic transformations
1978
M.Sc. in Hydraulics
Hydraulics, Hydrology & Coastal Dynamics, Department of Civil Engineering, Strathclyde University, U.K.
M.Sc. thesis: Numerical model of unsteady two dimensional flow in an estuary, using the method of characteristics
1974
Diploma in Rural and Surveyor Engineering
National Technical University of Athens, Greece
Employment
1999-today
Professor of Coastal Engineering and Oceanography
School of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
1995-1999
Associate Professor of Coastal Engineering and Oceanography
School of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
1991-1995
Assistant Professor
School of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
1987-1991
Lecturer
School of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
1980-1987
Research Associate
School of Civil Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Research Activity
Scientific Responsible in European Research Projects:
  • Science and policy integration for coastal system assessment – SPICOSA. Thermaikos Study Site
    IP-036992, Research DG, Commission of European Communities, 2007-2011
  • Investigation of the coupling between the Aegean and Black Seas though the Turkish Strait System – SESAME
    IP-036949, Research DG, Commission of European Communities, 2007-2010
  • Prevention and management of sea originated risks to the coastal zone (CORI). Extreme sea level variability for Eastern Mediterranean
    INTERREG ΙΙΙ-Β, ARCHIMED (Measure 3.3), 2006-2008
  • Mediterranean ocean forecasting system: Towards environmental predictions (MFSTEP). Advection – diffusion of contaminants and cohesive sediments transport in the Thermaikos Gulf
    EVK3-CT-2002-0075, CEC/DG-XII, 2003-2005
  • Investigation of the water circulation pattern and the deep water formation in the N. Aegean plateau through mathematical modelling based on satellite data and coupled with seasonal in-situ measurements
    European Space Agency, ESA Exploitation of ERS data, AO3, 1998-2000
  • Mass transfer and ecosystem response: Evolution and spreading of the deep N. Aegean waters (MATER)
    Mediterranean Targeted Project, MTP-II, WP5/405, NCMR, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1997-1999
  • Performance of soft beach systems and nourishment measures for European coasts (SAFE)
    MAS3-CT95-0004, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1996-1999
  • Development of coupled atmosphere-wave-ocean model and data assimilation system for application in European Seas (ECAWOM)
    MAS2-CT94-0091, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1994-1996
  • Mediterranean Eddy Resolving and Interdisciplinary Studies (MERMAIDS-II)
    The Mediterranean Targeted Project, MAS2-CT93-0055, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1993-1996
  • Processes in Region of Freshwater Influence (PROFILE)
    MAS2-CT93-0054, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1993-1996
  • Coastal Morphodynamics
    G8-M, MAS2-CT92-0027, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1992-1995
  • Integrated modelling and measurement of physically controlled fluxes and plankton dynamics in coastal seas
    MAST-CT90-0050-C, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1990-1992
  • Mediterranean Eddy Resolving Modelling and Interdisciplinary studies (MERMAIDS-I)
    MAST-I, CT90-0039-C, Marine Science and Technology, CEC/DG-XII, 1990-1992
Scientific Responsible in National Research Projects:
  • Wave climate and coastal circulation forecasts For public Use (WaveForUs)
    COOPERATION 2011, 11SYN_9_975, EPAN ΙΙ, NSRF 2007-13, 2013-2015
  • Thermaikos 2006: Physical oceanography study for the gulf of Thessaloniki
    ELKETHE, EYATH, 2006-2007
  • Physical oceanography measurements in the bay of Aliveri
    Public Power Corporation S.A. (PPC), 2006-2007
  • The effect of Benthic Ascidians to the distribution of particulate matter in the marine environment
    3rd CSF, EPEAEK ΙΙ, MIS:89207 - Pythegoras - 2.6. Environment, 2004-2007
  • Thermaikos 2004: Physical oceanography study for the gulf of Thessaloniki
    ELKETHE, EYATH, 2004-2005