Projects KIOS

The SIGNAL-RES project aims to deliver a vital solution for energy market participation by both existing and future photovoltaic (PV) power plants in Cyprus. The energy transition towards greater reliance on Renewable Energy Sources (RES), particularly PV plants, requires advanced energy management solutions capable of navigating the complexities of modern electricity markets. Current solutions in […]

The EU-funded project COLLARIS2 (COLLaborative network on unmanned AeRIal Systems 2) focuses on the use of UAS (e.g., drones) in the field of civil protection and disaster management. Building upon the results of COLLARIS, COLLARIS2 aims to continue, expand and further develop the already established international network of crisis management and civil protection practitioners, research institutions

The EU-funded 6G-VERSUS project leverages cutting-edge 6G research facilities across Europe to explore the frontiers of sustainable technology. The global push for sustainability demands innovative solutions that blend technological progress with strategic experimentation. Achieving these outcomes not only requires advanced technology, but also its effective application across diverse industries.  Environmental challenges across multiple sectors underscore

ArguMammoNet aims to empower clinicians with cutting-edge explainable and trustworthy AI, reduce mortality rates by facilitating earlier and more accurate breast cancer diagnoses, and improve resource efficiency by developing robust AI tools to serve as “second readers” or “tie breakers”, in resource-constrained settings. Breast cancer continues to be a major public health concern globally, with

The WaterSAFE project addresses the growing threat of malicious attacks on water distribution Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), an unprecedented risk to public health, safety, and critical infrastructure operations. While the integration of Information Technology with Operational Technology in water organizations has revolutionized the evolution of smart water systems, it has also exposed security vulnerabilities. WaterSAFE introduces

The ePowerMove project aims to develop solutions to accelerate the Electric Vehicles (EV) transition with affordable, user-centric, and scalable slow-charging solutions seamlessly integrated with the grid. Electric car markets have grown exponentially in recent years and the trend continues to strengthen. The EU has passed legislation to match its electrification ambitions, and more research and

The EUSOME Excellence Hub is a 4-year European project that aims to revolutionize the air mobility ecosystem in the Southeast Mediterranean region by addressing specific regional challenges, such as transporting goods, surveilling complex landscapes, tackling fire risks, and monitoring traffic congestion. The emergence of large drone systems that can be integrated with intelligent coordination technology

OMRES is a project at the forefront of Europe’s green energy transition, targeting the seamless integration of zero-emission power technologies into the existing power system. The project’s core objective is the development of digitalized operating and maintenance solutions for hybrid renewable energy sources (RES) systems, including storage, with a focus on enhancing technology performance and

The EU-funded project “HYNET” aims to tackle the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources and power electronics into traditional AC systems by developing innovative technologies. It aims to establish a robust framework for the future of Europe’s energy systems, supporting the European Green Deal and a sustainable, reliable energy transition. Nowadays, the interest in direct

The CABLEGNOSIS project aims to deliver innovative cable technologies that will support the clean energy transition era for the 2050 targets set at European level. The EU’s clean energy transition goals, as outlined in the ‘Fit for 55’ package, require at least a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels by 2030. Achieving

Modern power systems are prone to large disturbances due to their operation close to their physical limits and the high penetration of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) that decrease the inertia of the power system. The GridGnosis project is built on the effective collaboration between academia and industry, aiming to develop a holistic solution for enhancing

The GridEye project aims to deliver a holistic solution for effective line protection, fulfilling the needs of the Transmission System Operators (TSOs) for managing the operation of the grid in an optimal and efficient way, while ensuring the grid integrity and stability. The parameters of the transmission lines are generally considered to be time-invariant over

The GuardAI project seeks to enhance the security of edge AI systems, addressing their critical vulnerabilities. Emphasis is placed on high-stakes domains, as outlined in the EU’s AI Act, where these systems, including drones, connected and autonomous vehicles, and network edge infrastructure, are becoming widespread and will play a pivotal role in making crucial decisions.

The OptimRES project aims to develop a groundbreaking platform to support the operation and decision-making of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) plants, to enhance the viability of green investments, to support the green transition, and to reduce environmental impact. The penetration of RES into the power system is expected to

The FINEX project (Stimulating and Connecting the FINEST Experimentation Practices and Spaces) aims to support the quick deployment and uptake of Cleantech solutions and the development of supporting regulatory frameworks through building on world class experimentation practices, networks and experience of its partners. The objectives of FINEX project are: 1) to stimulate and interconnect the

TIRAMISU “Training and Innovation in Reliable and Efficient Chip Design for Edge AI” is a European HORIZON Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network project. The general research objective of TIRAMISU is a practical methodology for reliable and energy-efficient Edge AI hardware backbone design and innovation management. The objective of Doctoral Networks is to implement doctoral