Prof. Dr. Michael Polemis | Digital Forensics | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Michael Polemis, University of Piraeus, Greece

Michael L. Polemis is a Professor of Industrial Economics at the University of Piraeus, Greece, where he has held various academic positions since 2014. He is also a Full Member of the Board at the Hellenic Competition Commission since March 2023. Polemis holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with research focused on taxation and energy demand. His academic interests include industrial organization, energy economics, competition policy, and environmental economics. He has published numerous studies on economic trends and sectoral studies, particularly in Greece, and has extensive experience in both teaching and policy advising.

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Michael L. Polemis appears to be highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award based on his impressive academic and professional background. His qualifications, including a Ph.D. in Economics and extensive teaching experience in industrial economics, energy economics, and competition policy, make him a strong candidate. As a full professor and full member of the Hellenic Competition Commission, his expertise is highly relevant to current research in industrial organization, energy economics, and environmental economics.

Education 🎓:

• Ph.D. in Economics
  National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (UOA), Athens, Greece (2006)
  Thesis: “The impact of taxation on the adaptation of energy demand to the Kyoto targets: Empirical analysis for Greece.”
  Committee: Vassilis Rapanos (Supervisor), George Mergos, Andreas Papandreou

• M.Sc. in Applied Economics and Economic Policy (Honors)
  Panteion University of Athens, Athens, Greece (2001)

• B.A. in Economics and Regional Science (Honors)
  Panteion University of Athens, Athens, Greece (1999)

Work Experience 💼:

• Professor of Industrial Economics (January 2025 – Present)
  Department of Economics, University of Piraeus, Greece

• Full Member of the Board
  Hellenic Competition Commission (March 2023 – Present), Athens, Greece

• Tenured Assistant Professor of Industrial Economics (April 2019 – January 2025)
  Department of Economics, University of Piraeus, Greece

• Adjunct Assistant Professor of Industrial Economics (November 2015 – March 2019)
  Department of Economics, University of Piraeus, Greece

• Adjunct Lecturer of Industrial Economics (July 2014 – October 2015)
  Department of Economics, University of Piraeus, Greece

• Deputy Member of the Board
  Hellenic Competition Commission (April 2017 – March 2023), Athens, Greece

• Head of Unit E΄/ Operational Directorate B’
  Hellenic Competition Commission (March 2007 – July 2014), Athens, Greece
  Responsible for business sectors: Energy, Telecommunications, Postal Services, and more.

• Teaching Assistant
  University of Piraeus, Department of Economic Studies, Greece (2008 – 2010)

• Economist Scientific Expert
  Hellenic Competition Commission (December 2004 – March 2007), Athens, Greece

• Public Sector Consultant
  TEMAGON S.A, Marousi, Greece (September 2004 – December 2004)

• Head of Sectoral Unit, Department of Industrial Organisation
  Foundation for Economic and Industrial Research (ΙΟΒΕ), Athens, Greece (November 2003 – May 2004)

• Research Assistant
  Foundation for Economic and Industrial Research (ΙΟΒΕ), Athens, Greece (January 2001 – February 2003)

• Teaching Assistant
  University of Athens, Department of Economic Policy and Applied Economics (MSc), Athens, Greece (2000-2002)

Achievements 🏆:

• Scholarship Awardee
  B.A. and M.Sc. Scholar, National Scholarships Foundation, Greece (1996-2001)

• Published Studies and Research

  • Co-authored sectoral studies on various industries such as clothing, basic metal, timber, bakery products, and the hotel market in Greece.

  • Published “Trends and prospects in Greek industry sector (1994-2000)” and “Trends and prospects in private consumption expenditure in Greece.”

• Mimeographs and Monographs
  Authored significant research papers on topics including exchange rates, financial innovations, and environmental policy.

Awards and Honors 🥇:

• National Scholarships Foundation: B.A. and M.Sc. Scholar (1996-2001)

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