Prof. Panos Philippopoulos | Proximity Tracking | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Panos Philippopoulos, University of the Peloponnese, Greece

Dr. Ing. Panos I. Philippopoulos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Digital Systems, School of Economy & Technology at the University of the Peloponnese, Greece, where he has been serving since 2011 (initially at TEI of Peloponnese). He holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1994) and a Ph.D. in Mobile & Personal Telecommunications (1999), both from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). With a career spanning academia, industry, and government, Dr. Philippopoulos has actively contributed to numerous European and national R&D initiatives, including RACE, ACTS, IST (FP5–FP7), and ESPA. He has held prominent roles such as Head of R&D at TEMAGON S.A. (2001–2005), R&D Manager at the Institute of Informatics and Telecommunications (NCSR “Demokritos”, 2005–2007), Project Manager at the General Secretariat for Research and Technology, and Operational Programme Manager at the Hellenic Ministry of Economics (2007–2010). His research spans wireless sensor networks, location-based technologies, precision agriculture with drone integration, terrestrial and satellite mobile networks, and service innovation platforms. Dr. Philippopoulos has authored over 35 peer-reviewed publications and has participated in leading-edge projects including MELTOPENLAB, GREENWATERDRONE, and DAIDALOS. He is a member of the IEEE, the Greek Technical Chamber, and several national and international technical committees, contributing extensively to the advancement of digital and communication technologies.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Panos I. Philippopoulos demonstrates strong eligibility for the Best Researcher Award based on his extensive academic, industrial, and governmental contributions over a career spanning more than two decades. He holds a Ph.D. in Mobile & Personal Telecommunications from NTUA and currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of the Peloponnese.

🎓 Education

• 🧑‍🎓 Diploma in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (1994)
  National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Greece

• 🎓 Ph.D. in Mobile & Personal Telecommunications (1999)
  National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Greece

💼 Work Experience

• 👨‍🏫 Assistant Professor (2019–Present)
  Digital Systems Dept., School of Economy & Technology, University of the Peloponnese

• 📚 Faculty Member (since 2011)
  Former TEI of Peloponnese

• 🧠 Head of R&D (2001–2005)
  TEMAGON S.A., consulting branch of Greek operator OTE

• 🔬 R&D Manager (2005–2007)
  Institute of Informatics and Telecommunications (IIT), NCSR “Demokritos”

• 🏛️ Project Manager (2007)
  General Secretariat for Research and Technology, Hellenic Ministry of Development

• 📊 Operational Programme Manager (2007–2010)
  Special Secretariat for Digital Convergence, Hellenic Ministry of Economics

🏆 Achievements

• 🛰️ Led and contributed to numerous European & National R&D Projects:
  RACE, ACTS, IST FP5/6/7, ESPA

• 📡 Research innovations in:

  • Wireless Sensor Networks

  • Location-Based Services (e.g., MELTOPENLAB, LIAISON)

  • Precision Agriculture (e.g., GREENWATERDRONE)

  • Satellite & Mobile Communications (e.g., SATIN, NOMAD)

  • Business Modelling & Service Innovation

• ✍️ 35+ peer-reviewed publications in international journals & conferences

• 👥 Active Member of:

  • Greek Technical Chamber

  • IEEE

  • Numerous national & international technical committees

🎖️ Awards & Honors

• 🌍 Recognized as a leading contributor in EU-funded tech innovation programs

• 🧩 Known for bridging academic research and real-world digital transformation

• 🥇 Frequently invited to participate in technical boards and strategic planning groups across Europe

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