Philips University Cyprus · Department of Computer SciencePhilips University Cyprus

Collaboration Network

Research Partners

A combined view of the NetRL and CYENS Smart Networked Systems collaboration ecosystem, together with international partners advancing 5G/6G communications, distributed AI, IoT security, and smart systems research.

NetRL + CYENS SNS MRG

Combined collaboration table

A single reference table summarising the two key research environments that anchor much of the Cyprus-based collaboration footprint.

Group	Host	Research Focus	Collaboration Value	Link
Networks Research Laboratory (NetRL)	University of Cyprus	Protocols, algorithms, and mechanisms for network control and quality of service across fixed and wireless/mobile networks, IoT, and internet services.	A core base for wireless/mobile systems, IoT security, intelligent networking, and joint supervision activities.	Visit
Smart Networked Systems (SNS) MRG	CYENS Centre of Excellence	Computer and communication technologies, networks, protocols, IoT communications, mobile and wireless systems, security, and edge/fog/mobile cloud computing.	Bridges fundamental research with prototypes, applied projects, and innovation in smart systems and next-generation networks.	Visit

Key Cyprus-based collaborators

Profiles and biographies

These profiles connect the University of Cyprus, NetRL, CYENS Smart Networked Systems, and closely related research activity around intelligent communications and IoT security.

Prof. Vasos Vassiliou

Professor · Co-Director of NetRL · Leader of SNS MRG

University of Cyprus / CYENS Centre of Excellence

NetRLCYENS SNS MRG

Vasos Vassiliou is a professor with the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cyprus, co-director of the Networks Research Laboratory, and leader of the Smart Networked Systems research group at CYENS. His work spans next-generation network architectures, mobile protocols, wireless communications, QoS, traffic engineering, and IoT systems, with strong emphasis on security, privacy, mobility, and resource management.

5G/6G NetworksIoTQoSMobile ProtocolsNetwork Security

Scholar Profile

Dr. Christophoros Christophorou

Assistant Professor in Computing · Senior Researcher

UCLan Cyprus / CYENS Centre of Excellence

CYENS SNS MRG

Christophoros Christophorou is an Assistant Professor in Computing at UCLan Cyprus and a senior researcher in the Smart Networked Systems group at CYENS. He completed his BSc, MSc, and PhD at the University of Cyprus in computer science and mobile/wireless networks. His research concentrates on mobile and wireless communications, 5G/6G architectures, edge and far-edge computing, distributed AI in wireless networks, and network resource management and optimisation.

Mobile Networks5G/6GEdge ComputingDistributed AINetwork Optimisation

Scholar Profile

Dr. Michalis Savva

Research Collaborator

University of Cyprus

NetRL collaboration

Michalis Savva is a University of Cyprus researcher whose recent work focuses on intrusion detection, jamming attacks, IoT systems, and fuzzy-logic-based security mechanisms. His doctoral work at UCY addressed detection, localization, and recovery from jamming attacks in the Internet of Things, and his publication profile highlights practical security-oriented research for wireless and low-power networked environments.

IoT SecurityIntrusion DetectionJamming AttacksFuzzy LogicWireless Systems

Scholar Profile

International network

Broader research partners

Collaborating across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East to expand impact in wireless communications, smart energy, localization, and intelligent systems.

Dr. Prabagarane Nagaradjane

Associate Professor

SSN Institutions, Chennai · India

Scholar Profile

Prabagarane Nagaradjane is an Associate Professor with the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at SSN Institutions. He received his M.Tech and Ph.D. degrees from Pondicherry Engineering College. His research covers signal processing for wireless and broadband communications and AI/ML applications in wireless systems. He has authored over 75 technical papers and co-authored the CRC Press monograph "Distributed Artificial Intelligence for 5G/6G Communications" (2024). He is a founding member and organising chair of the IEEE WiSPNET conference series and serves as Associate Editor for IET Communications.

Signal ProcessingMIMO SystemsAI/ML for Wireless5G/6G

Dr. Ala' Khalifeh

Associate Professor

German Jordanian University, Amman · Jordan

Scholar Profile

Ala' Khalifeh received his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of California, Irvine (2010). He is an Associate Professor and former Department Chair at the German Jordanian University. A Fulbright scholar, he was recognised with the Young AFCEA 40 Under 40 international award for contributions in STEM. His research focuses on wireless sensor networks, multimedia communications, IoT, cloud computing, and optimal resource allocation. He has served as IEEE Communication Society Chair in Jordan.

Wireless Sensor NetworksIoTMultimediaCloud Computing

Dr. Saher Javaid

Associate Professor

Kanazawa Gakuin University / JAIST · Japan

Scholar Profile

Saher Javaid received her Ph.D. in Information Science from the Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) in 2014. She previously served as Assistant Professor at Kyoto University and JAIST before joining Kanazawa Gakuin University as Associate Professor. Her research interests include distributed sensing and control, power flow colouring, renewable energy resources, smart energy management systems, and power grid optimisation. She develops advanced mathematical and algorithmic methods for safe and resilient energy infrastructure.

Smart GridsEnergy ManagementDistributed SensingOptimisation

Dr. Marios Raspopoulos

Associate Professor

UCLan Cyprus, Larnaca · Cyprus

Scholar Profile

Marios Raspopoulos holds a Ph.D. in Telecommunications from the University of Surrey (2008). He is Associate Professor at UCLan Cyprus and chairs the University Innovation and Enterprise Sub-committee. His research spans wireless communications, indoor positioning, ray tracing, frequency selective surfaces, and mmWave sensing. He has led Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation projects and co-founded the ISD conference programme in Cyprus. He has an extensive co-publication record in 5G/6G, RIS beam management, and IoT network security.

Indoor PositioningmmWaveRadio Propagation5G/6G

Dr. Michael Georgiades

Assistant Professor

Neapolis University Pafos · Cyprus

Scholar Profile

Michael Georgiades holds a BEng from King's College London (First Class), an MSc from UCL, and a Ph.D. from the University of Surrey (2008). He is Assistant Professor at Neapolis University Pafos. Past positions include R&D Manager at PrimeTel PLC and Research Fellow at the University of Surrey CCSR. He has contributed to EU-funded projects including 5GENESIS. His research covers vehicular communications (V2X), mobile edge computing, IoT, and intelligent transportation systems. He is a patent holder and co-organiser of ISIoT 2026 and MCETS 2026.

V2X CommunicationsEdge ComputingIoT5G Experimentation

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