Ioannis Konstantinidis is an accomplished researcher and professional with a diverse background in biotechnology, molecular biology, and applied neurosciences. Currently a PhD candidate at the International Hellenic University, he specializes in knowledge transfer under the guidance of Associate Professor Avdimiotis Spyros. Konstantinidis holds an MSc in Molecular Biology and Plant Biotechnology from the University of Crete, where he graduated with a commendable grade of 8.5/10. His research at the Plant Biotechnology Laboratory focused on the interaction between transmembrane and cytoplasmic proteins of Pseudomonas syringae pv. Phaseolicola.He also earned a BSc in Biotechnology from the Agricultural University of Athens, achieving a grade of 7.28/10. His undergraduate thesis explored the induction of heat shock proteins in various cultivars of sugar beet. Professionally, Konstantinidis has held several key roles, including Visiting Researcher at the University of Rome La Sapienza’s Industrial Neuroscience Laboratory, Head of Civil Protection Department at the Municipality of Pavlos Melas-Thessaloniki, and Municipal Police Head Officer. He also has experience as a sales representative for Lundbeck Hellas s.a. and as an agronomist for the Municipality of Vrilissia. His early career included work as a lab technician at the Hellenic Sugar Industry, where he honed his skills in PCR and gel electrophoresis techniques. Konstantinidis is recognized for his contributions to civil protection, applied neurosciences, and plant biotechnology.