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The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus has joined the European CITADEL Range project to strengthen Europe’s cyber defence capabilities through advanced training and exercise technologies. CITADEL Range project— Cyber Infrastructure for Training in Advanced Defence Exercises and Learning Range — funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF), aims […]

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the University of Cyprus (UCY) and the Nicosia District Local Government Organization (NDLGO). The MoU supports the collaboration between the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus and NDLGO for research and innovation activities to support the green and digital transformation of

A successful workshop on Smart Digital Solutions for Modern Organizations and Businesses was organized by the KIOS CoE in collaboration with the Digital Innovation Hub Cyprus (DiGiNN), on 23 June 2026 at the University of Cyprus. The aim of the workshop was to showcase innovative digital technologies and tools that can contribute to improving services,

The DiGiPOL platform is now live, enabling citizens across Cyprus to access key police services online — without the need for physical presence. The Cyprus Police, a KIOS Innovation Hub partner, officially launched today (11 June 2026) the DiGiPOL platform — a digital transformation initiative that marks a significant milestone in the modernisation of public

For the 17th consecutive year, the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus is successfully implementing the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP). This summer, ten exceptional undergraduate students are joining the KIOS research community, gaining direct exposure to the work of its scientists and researchers. UROP is one of the

Europe’s cleantech startups are developing technologies that reduce emissions, modernise cities and strengthen energy resilience, but many still struggle to move from innovation to real-world deployment. The FINEX project concludes that experimentation spaces play a critical role in accelerating Europe’s green and digital transition by helping cleantech startups test innovative solutions in real-world conditions. At

The 4th International Conference on Water Distribution Systems Analysis & Computing and Control in the Water Industry (WDSA/CCWI 2026), organized by the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus within the framework of the ERC Synergy Grant Water Futures project, was a great success. The conference took place in Paphos

The OMRES project, funded by the European Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP), through the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), is positioning itself at the forefront of Europe’s green energy transition. OMRES is targeting the integration of zero-emission power technologies into existing energy systems. Focused on hybrid renewable energy source (RES) systems combined with storage,

On 27 February 2026, the KIOS CoE hosted a delegation from the EU Defence Industry Working Party, in the framework of Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The delegation was accompanied by representatives from the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus. During the visit, national experts were introduced to KIOS’s

SmartCharge project has concluded in March 2026. Over the course of the project, it has developed an intelligent platform for electric vehicle charging stations that integrates renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and advanced optimization algorithms. Its goal is to make EV charging more cost-effective, flexible, and supportive of the power grid. As electric vehicle

The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence (KIOS CoE) successfully organized the 2026 KIOS Graduate Training School on Artificial Intelligence, held from 3 to 5 March 2026 at the University of Cyprus in Nicosia. The three-day Training School was organized in the framework of the European MSCA Doctoral Network LEMUR project and aimed to

The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus participated in BATTLEFIELD ReDEFiNED 2026, the largest defense and security conference and exhibition in Cyprus, held on 26–27 February 2026, in Nicosia. During the conference, KIOS research team took part in thematic discussions, exchanging views with leading experts from the sector and