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The illusion of university equality

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Gender balance in academia, especially in leadership positions is a challenge, that should be addressed. Athena European University has initiated a lot actions (round table discussions) on the issues and under its immediate plans is the building of its gender balance unit.
 
ATHENA Talks, is happy to contribute on this priority (we aim the 50% of the positions in leadership positions to be given to female colleagues), and hosts this Friday, 9th of February at 12:00 CET, Ms Mar Fernandez Cendon from the gender Balance unit of the University of Vigo (Spain). Mar will speak with us about: ‘The illusion of university equality: an approach to the gender gaps in academia’.
 
To join us please register here: https://forms.gle/Dihp6qpV6UaFUN319
 

Transport Industry

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This week in the Athena European University Alumni Talks, we host a VGTU Alumni, Mr. Darius Snieska. Darius is a passionate transport sector professional with 20+ years of experience in transport business and sales. He has a vast experience working in various countries, Lithuania, Sweden and Russia. He will share with our participants his experiences and what he has to propose to the Universities for more employable and more ready to perform graduate students.
 
Join us on Tuesday, 6th of February at 15:30 CET in Zoom. To receive the zoom link, please register here: https://forms.gle/YbfKGKFpQPumBPfL9

Federated Learning: trade-off between utility and privacy

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Athena European University has prioritized quality educational services as a part of its mission. The number of triggering events shows this as a part of our plans.
 
On the 2nd of February 2024, at 12:00 CET (13:00 Athens time), we will have a colleague from the University of Vigo in Spain as a guest speaker in the ATHENA Talks. Dr. Rebeca Pilar Redondo will discuss ‘Federated Learning: trade-off between utility and privacy.’
 
If you wish to follow this seminar, please register here: https://forms.gle/akcsTaASLz3mpN2t8
We will be very happy to have you with us in this discussion.
 

Smart Cities Applications

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The 1st Athena European University Alumni Talk will take place on the 30th of January 2024 at 15:30 CET. We will host the Ελληνικό Μεσογειακό Πανεπιστήμιο – Hellenic Mediterranean University graduate student Mr. Nikolaos Felessakis, who will talk about Smart Cities Applications. Nikolaos is a ΙΝΝΤΕΝΕΤ Managing Director in Greece.
 
Nikolaos Felessakis is a seasoned Business Developer with 15 years of experience in the Energy and IoT industry. He is well-known for his expertise in project and product management. As the Managing Director in a System Integrator for the Automation Industry, he has accomplished groundbreaking achievements. He has led the design and delivery of the 1st Smart Parking Project in Cyprus, a massive undertaking valued at 1M€. He managed the implementation of over 3,100 sensors based on the LoRaWAN network, which has contributed to positioning Pafos Municipality as a Smart Tourist Destination for 2023 and established his reputation in the IoT sector.
 
Nikolaos has consistently exceeded sales targets and fostered partnerships worldwide through his commitment to innovation, strategic market analysis, and effective bid management. His journey is marked by achievements such as winning the Cyprus Digital Championship and representing Cyprus at the Conference of Cooperative Innovation Network in Egypt, reflecting his dedication to pushing boundaries in Innovation systems.
 
To receive the Zoom link, you need to register here: https://forms.gle/y12Ub84SYTyHcsrPA

Electrically driven organic laser using integrated OLED pumping

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Athena European University Talks, we are very happy to welcome Professor Graham Turnbull from the University of St. Andrews in the UK.
 
Professor Turnbull participated as principal investigator in a breakthrough in physics: electrically driven organic lasers. This research has been published in Nature, “Electrically driven organic laser using integrated OLED pumping,” Nature 621, 746 (2023).
 
Graham will be in the ATHENA Talks on Friday, the 26th of January 2024, at 12:00 CET. To follow this lecture please register here: https://forms.gle/P8YftiWffEStmVzg8
 

How AI can assist not replace humans

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This week in the Athena European University talks we have the pleasure of hosting the head of the multidisciplinary Department at Holon Institute of Technology, Nava Shaked.
 
Nava will discuss ‘How AI can assist, not replace humans’. The talk will take place on the 19th of January at 12:00 CET in Zoom.
 
To receive the Zoom link and follow Nava’s seminar, you need to register here: https://forms.gle/DXQjS8PYr4omrWni8
 

Insights into CuSCN-a transparent p-type inorganic semiconductor with extensive device applications

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The 1st Athena European University Talk comes from Thailand.
 
We are very happy to welcome Professor Pitchaya Pattanasattayavong from the VISTEC reasearch institute in Thailand. Pitch will discuss with us his research in transparent electrodes based on the CuSCN, and their various device appications as p-type electrodes.
 
The talk, will take place on the 12th of January 2024 at 12:00 CET. To receive the Zoom link you need to register here: https://forms.gle/v8yJMr1Z3SnyXvpZ8

The Foresight Way of Thinking

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The ATHENA Talks of the Athena European University continue this Thursday (21st of December) at 12:00 CET. The topic will be the FORESIGHT way of thinking.
 
The Talk will be delivered by Ms. Denise Wornig from CUAS, an Associate partner of our Alliance.
 
“Foresight” generally refers to the ability to predict or plan for future events based on current and past information. It involves anticipating potential developments and outcomes, allowing individuals or organizations to prepare effectively. Foresight is crucial in various fields, such as business, where it aids in strategic planning and risk management, and in governance, where it assists in policy-making and long-term societal planning. It combines elements of forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic analysis. The effectiveness of foresight relies on accurate data interpretation, understanding trends, and the capacity to envision possible future scenarios.
 
To receive the link for this talk, you need to register here: https://forms.gle/pjH7RNsVvKQodWJu5
We hope you will join us.
 

Nonlinear light modulation and valleytronics in 2D materials

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Another ATHENA Talk 2024 of the Athena European University will take place on this Friday at 12:00 CET in Zoom.
 
The topic will be Nonlinear light modulation and valleytronics in 2D materials and the talk will be delivered by Professor Giancarlo Soavi
from the University of Jena, Germany.
 
To receive the link, please register here: https://forms.gle/EZvALtk6fWMy3ERy6

ATHENA – Advanced Technology Higher Education Network Alliance is a federation of mid-size higher education institutions in nine European countries. It aims to deliver inclusive, innovative, high-quality international education permanently aligned with global market needs.

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