The 2nd brochure is here covering all ELIXIRION highlights and global outreach. We are talking about a project which has been making significant strides in telecommunications and network innovations, engaging both academic and industry leaders through an array of events, professional development programs, and conferences around the world.
Key Events and Participation
ELIXIRION representatives have been active in numerous global technology forums. At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, held in Barcelona, Mr. Lazaros Liatsas, a doctoral candidate at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and Dr. Angelos Antonopoulos, Search and Innovation Director at Nearby Computing S.L., showcased the project, presenting groundbreaking advancements in network technologies to a global audience.
Mr. Lazaros Liatsas at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024
Thought Leadership in Communication and Networking
Several prominent academics involved in the ELIXIRION Project are actively disseminating knowledge on cutting-edge network technologies and communication methodologies, making significant impacts globally. Dr. Nikolaos Pappas, an Associate Professor at Linköping University and a key contributor to the project, has been leading efforts to introduce the concept of Goal-oriented Semantic Communication through a series of talks, tutorials, and seminars worldwide. His sessions have included prestigious venues and events, such as IEEE GLOBECOM 2023 and the IEEE/IFIP Networking 2024 in Thessaloniki, Greece.
In addition to these high-profile conferences, Dr. Pappas has delivered presentations at several leading academic institutions across the globe. His recent seminars and talks took place at Yonsei University in South Korea, the American University of Beirut, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) in China, HIT-Shenzhen in Shenzhen, and HUST (Huazhong University of Science and Technology) in Wuhan, China. This extensive engagement illustrates ELIXIRION's commitment to promoting understanding of goal-oriented communication strategies, a critical area as the industry advances toward 6G technology.
Prof. Nikolaos Pappas and his audience during his lecture at HUST
Plenary Meetings and Collaborative Growth
The ELIXIRION team has organized multiple plenary meetings to foster collaboration and plan the project's future steps. The first online plenary meeting, held on May 24, 2024, facilitated initial project discussions.
Consortium at 1st online plenary meeting
Later, a second in-person meeting in Thessaloniki, hosted at the WinPhoS Research Group premises, provided a valuable opportunity for in-depth discussions and networking among the project’s international team members.
Consortium at the 2nd plenary meeting in Thessaloniki
Educational and Professional Development Initiatives
From October 1–4, 2024, the project hosted two major courses at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation (KEDEK) in Thessaloniki, Greece. These courses, focusing on Scientific Writing, Research Integrity, and Misconduct as well as Presentation, Communication, and Teamwork Skills Improvement, served as platforms to enhance both the technical and soft skills of participants, emphasizing ELIXIRION’s commitment to comprehensive professional development.
Complementary course 2
Engagement in Conferences and Symposia
ELIXIRION’s contributions were also highlighted at events like She STEMs 2024, hosted by Greek Women in STEM, where Dr. Agapi Mesodiakaki from the WinPhoS Research Group at AUTH delivered a talk titled Experience and Lessons Learnt Towards Next-Generation Networks.
Moreover, Prof. Dionysis Xenakis of NKUA joined a panel at the Navigating the Future II Conference in Athens, where he discussed advancements in 6G technologies, including AI and space-based computing, underscoring ELIXIRION's role in shaping the future of telecommunications.
Dr. Dionysis Xenakis at a panel discussion in Navigating the future 2 conference
Dr. Dionysis Xenakis
Community Engagement and Public Dissemination
In April 2024, Dr. Xenakis hosted Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas from the University of Luxembourg for a lecture on large satellite constellations and their integration with terrestrial networks. This event illustrated ELIXIRION's commitment to public dissemination of complex network technologies and highlighted the importance of 6G innovations, such as artificial intelligence and computing in space.
Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas and Prof. Dionysis Xenakis at NKUA
Furthermore, ELIXIRION’s presence at Researchers' Night in Greece, represented by Mrs. Upaangana Das and Dr. Mesodiakaki, showcased the project to the public, celebrating the success and importance of science in society.
Dr. Agapi Mesodiakaki at Researcher's night 2024
A Future Focused on Next-Generation Networks
ELIXIRION's activities reflect a multi-faceted approach to advancing network technology and fostering global collaboration. The project's active involvement in educational, professional, and community events underscores its commitment to driving innovation and influencing the future of next-generation networks.