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Virtual Invited talk Spatial Decision Support Tool for Monitoring and Forecasting Soil Water Requirements in Agriculture
2021-10-26 00:00 (Europe/Athens)
The EXCELSIOR H2020 project, the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) and the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics of the Cyprus University of Technology organized a virtual invited talk by Ms Mary Grace Gasco.Mary Grace Gasco is the Founder and CEO of SpaceCrop Technologies, an agritech that empowers farmers in smart and sustainable farming funded by the European Commission H2020. Mary Grace is a master’s graduate of Environmental Sciences and Policy at the Central European University in Budapest, Hungary. She took her bachelor’s in Geography at the University of the Philippines where Mary Grace’s interest in space science and technology started. During her free time, Mary Grace actively participates in hiking and sports activities and volunteers for a sustainability organization.

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Virtual Invited talk: Developing tools for marine plastics monitoring
2021-10-29 00:00
The EXCELSIOR H2020 project, the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) and the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics of the Cyprus University of Technology organize a virtual invited talk by Ms. Els Knaeps.* Free attendance
** The talk will be held in English.
** Registration required: https://cutt.ly/qRQA8hl
Els Knaeps obtained a Master’s degree in Geography and a Master’s degree in GIS and Remote Sensing. She has 10 years of experience in Remote Sensing Image processing for water quality and coastal management. Her research has mainly focused on suspended sediment and turbidity retrieval in turbid coastal waters. It has led to her collaborations with universities, research institutes, industries and international organisations.
She is a member of several international workgroups in the field of inland and coastal water quality and has coordinated several research and commercial projects. At present, Els leads a team of researchers working on biodiversity, water and coastal applications.
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GIS Day for EXCELSIOR
2021-11-17 00:00
In the framework of GIS Day, the EXCELSIOR H2020 project, the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) and the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics of the Cyprus University of Technology organized two presentations.
1.November 17th, 2021
“Trends, challenges and perspectives in GIS” by Prof. Marinos Kavouras (in English)
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2. November 19th, 2021
“Features and applications of ArcGIS Geographic Information Systems” by Ioannis Kontos and Anastasia Mavridaki /Marathon Data Systems (in Greek)Watch the presentation online via YouTube:

Virtual Invited talk: Use of satellite and model data to identify the onset of Ostreopsis ovata harmful algal bloom in the Ligurian Sea
2021-12-15 00:00
On December 15th, 2021, the EXCELSIOR H2020 project, the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) and the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics of the Cyprus University of Technology organized a virtual invited talk by Dr Chiara Lapucci.
Dr. Chiara LAPUCCI is a researcher at the Institute for BioEconomy of the National Research Council in Florence, and at LaMMA Consortium. She graduated in Biology and received her Ph.D at the University of Florence. She works on ocean color satellites and bio-optical remote sensing, on in situ biogeochemical oceanographic measurements, on the assimilation of those data to study the Mediterranean Sea, in particular the Ligurian and North Tyrrhenian Sea and its ecosystem, and on the use of satellite biogeochemical parameters (chlorophyll, TSM) for the study of water quality, the performance of oceanographic models, for the coupling of physical and biogeochemical parameters. She also works on the study of the distribution and effects of anthropogenic pollutants, such as plastic in the ocean. She participates to oceanographic campaign within the described studies.
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Virtual Invited talk: The role of Earth Observation data in the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service for atmospheric composition and air quality
2022-03-10 00:00
On March 15th, 2022, the EXCELSIOR H2020 project, the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) and the Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics of the Cyprus University of Technology organize a virtual invited talk by Dr Mark Parrington.
Title: “The role of Earth Observation data in the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service for atmospheric composition and air quality”
Registration required: http://tiny.cc/ECoE_CAMS
* Free attendance
Mark Parrington is a Senior Scientist in the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) Development Section at the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). He holds a DPhil in Atmospheric Physics from the University of Oxford and has more than 20 years experience of working on the application of Earth observation data, in situ measurements, numerical modelling and data assimilation to atmospheric chemistry and air quality research. Mark’s current role encompasses monitoring and science communication activities related to global wildfires, atmospheric composition and air pollution episodes, and more information can be found through his twitter feed at https://twitter.com/m_parrington.

RSCy2023 ʽNinth International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of Environmentʼ
2023-02-21 00:00
RSCy 2023 ʽNinth International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of Environmentʼ 3-5 April, 2023 – Cyprus

The Organizing Committee of the ‘Ninth International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of Environment’ invite you to join us in Cyprus on 3-5 April, 2023 to network with leading experts in the field of Remote Sensing and Geo-information. The conference will take place in Ayia Napa, Cyprus. The Conference is under the auspices of H.E. the Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Digital Policy.
The Technical Program is open to all topics in Remote Sensing and Geo-information of Environment and related techniques and applications. Workshops will include a variety of topics.
We look forward to seeing you in Ayia Napa!!!
The Organizing Committee of the RSCy2023

Fourth Annual Virtual EXCELSIOR Workshop
2023-06-23 00:00
Τhe ‘EXCELSIOR’ H2020 Teaming Project Consortium and the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) of the Cyprus University of Technology organize the 4th Virtual International Workshop on Earth Observation Research Trends in the EMMENA region. This Workshop is a part of a series of annual workshops with participation of national and international stakeholders of EXCELSIOR, addressing all the different activities of the ECoE, i.e. infrastructure, research, education and innovation through entrepreneurship.
The main aim of this year’s workshop is for distinguished academics and researchers located in institutions/organisations of the EMMENA region (Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa) to share their valuable expertise and knowledge in the field of Earth Observation and Remote Sensing. These research topics are fully aligned with the European Union’s Space Programme, EU Space Strategy and Agenda.
Registrations: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EsqhN2v4SEST90a6U7kMRQ#/registration
Click here to download the Agenda for Morning Sessions in pdf
Click here to download the Agenda for Afternoon Sessions in pdf

Applications in Flood Risk Assessment - Rainfall-runoff estimation and forecasting using novel technologies in the Mediterranean Region
2023-08-21 00:00
Date: 26th of February 2021Topic: Applications in Flood Risk Assessment – Rainfall-runoff
estimation and forecasting using novel technologies in the
Mediterranean Region
Speaker: Prof. Evangelos Baltas

Remote Sensing, Land Use/Land Cover Data and Example of Their Harmonisation
2023-08-21 00:00
Date: 31st of March 2021Topic: Remote Sensing, Land Use/Land Cover Data and
Example of Their Harmonisation
Speaker: Prof. Lena Halounova

Cities and Climate Change
2023-08-21 00:00
Date: 16th of November 2020Topic: Cities and Climate Change
Speaker: Prof. Nektarios Chrysoulakis

Fifth Annual Hybrid EXCELSIOR Workshop
2024-03-29 00:00
Τhe ‘EXCELSIOR’ H2020 Teaming Project Consortium and the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) of the Cyprus University of Technology organize the 5th EXCELSIOR Annual Hybrid Workshop in AI and Big Data: Trends and Challenges. This Workshop is a part of a series of annual workshops with participation of national and international stakeholders of EXCELSIOR, addressing all the different activities of the ECoE, i.e. infrastructure, research, education and innovation through entrepreneurship.The main aim of this year’s workshop is is to harness the power of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) alongside Earth Observation and Remote Sensing technologies. Distinguished academics and researchers from different institutions/organisations will share their valuable expertise and knowledge in Big Data and AI in Earth Observation. These research topics are fully aligned with the European Union’s Space Programme, EU Space Strategy and Agenda.
Registrations: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrcemgrT0sGd1NcHA3WNmpBoDgruZ52CHK
Agenda: TBA

Open / Info Day of ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
2024-11-14 10:00 - 12:00

Gender dimension in Geoinformation and Remote Sensing Technologies
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00

RSCy2025 Eleventh International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of Environment
2025-03-17 08:00 - 2025-03-19 17:00 | Aliathon Holiday Village, Paphos, Cyprus, Poseidonos Ave 3, Paphos, Cyprus
The Organizing Committee of the ‘Eleventh International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of Environment 17-19 March, 2025, to network with leading experts in the field of Remote Sensing and Geo-information. The conference will take place in Paphos, Cyprus. The Conference is under the auspices of H.E. the Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Digital Policy.
We are looking forward for a successful conference!

The Conference Proceedings will be published by SPIE, the International Society for Optics and Photonics, after peer review and acceptance.

Invitation: 5th Anniversary Celebration of the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence
2025-05-27 18:30 - 22:00 | Atlantica Miramare Beach Hotel, Limassol, Potamos Yermasoyias 11, Limassol, Limassol, 4048, Cyprus
INVITATION: The Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence is delighted to invite you to celebrate its 5th Anniversary, marking five years of scientific excellence, innovation, and impact in the fields of Earth Observation, Geoinformation and Space Technology.
Among the invited speakers are the Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy and the Rector of the Cyprus University of Technology.
➡️ Please note that the RSVP is required for all attendees. Kindly complete the confirmation form by 21 May 2025 via the link here.

We would be honoured by your presence as we celebrate this important milestone with our partners, stakeholders, team, and friends.

Innovation Workshop at the Cypriot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) in Nicosia
2025-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), 1st Floor, Nicosia, Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus
Join us for “From Idea to Impact: How to Start Your Business Journey” — an informative event organized by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) through the Enterprise Europe Network Cyprus (EEN), in collaboration with the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence.
Registration by 24/06/2025 → https://forms.ccci.org.cy/seminar-from-idea-to-action-how-to-start-your-entrepreneurship-journey/
Access the link here for the full agenda → https://jmp.sh/uhIuTNM5
Whether you’re an early-career researcher, academic, or aspiring entrepreneur, this event will guide you through the first steps of entrepreneurship, from funding opportunities and IP protection to networking and local success stories.

Cultural Property Protection: As an Enabler for Cooperation in Europe, the Mediterranean and the Gulf Region
2026-04-20 09:00 - 2026-04-21 16:30 | Constantine Leventis Auditorium, A.G. Leventis Gallery, Nicosia
The illicit trade in cultural property continues to threaten heritage, identity, and stability across regions. From the looting of archaeological sites to the illegal circulation of sacred and historically significant objects, this global challenge demands coordinated and forward-looking responses.
The International Symposium for Cultural Property Protection as an enabler for cooperation in Europe, the Mediterranean and the Gulf region, serves as a platform for strategic dialogue and practical solutions. Bringing together experts in law, criminology, technology, heritage protection, and geopolitics, the event encourages cross-sector collaboration between policymakers, enforcement authorities, researchers, and civil society.
Hosted in Nicosia and organised by the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence, the symposium positions Cyprus as a strategic regional hub at the crossroads of Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Gulf. The Symposium is organized under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026.

RSCy2026: 12th International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of the Environment
2026-04-27 - 2026-04-29 | Aliathon Holiday Village, Paphos, Cyprus, Poseidonos Ave 3, Paphos, Cyprus
The Organizing Committee of the ‘Twelfth International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation of Environment 27-29 April, 2026, to network with leading experts in the field of Remote Sensing and Geo-information. The conference will take place in Paphos, Cyprus. The Conference is under the auspices of H.E. the Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy.

We are looking forward for a successful conference!

The Conference Proceedings will be published by SPIE, the International Society for Optics and Photonics, after peer review and acceptance.
Abstract submission deadline is extended to 31 MARCH 2026 AT 14:00 (CYPRUS TIME)

CY2026.EU Conference on "Riding the Wave from Ocean Science to Policy & Ocean R&D to Market"
2026-05-10 - 2026-05-12 | Ammochostos (Ayia Napa District), Ammochostos (Ayia Napa District), Ammochostos, Cyprus
Official event of the Cyprus EU
Presidency
Bringing together EU institutions,
research organisations, industry and
innovation platforms
Blue Investment Challenge connecting
innovators and investors in ocean
technologies
Expected participation: 320
international participants

From Space to Solutions: Leveraging Space Technology, Earth Observation and AI for Real World Impact
2026-06-08 09:00 - 18:00 | The Landmark Nicosia, Cyprus, The Landmark Nicosia, Cyprus, Nicosia
High level forum on space technologies, Earth
Observation and AI for innovation and policy
Keynote speakers from the European Commission,
international organisations and industry
Connecting research, industry and decision makers in
the European space ecosystem
Expected participation: 200+ international participants
