Ivan Sotiriadis

University of Nicosia: Discover the ENLACED Project: Digitally-Enhanced Foreign Language Education for Active European Citizenship

The GNOSIS | Mediterranean Institute for Management Science of the University of Nicosia is proud to be part of the ENLACED Project, an Erasmus+ initiative that aims to modernize foreign language education at the tertiary level through a digitally enhanced, challenge-based approach. ENLACED focuses on European citizenship and democracy, combining innovative methodologies from language teaching, Intercultural Citizenship Education, and challenge-based learning. The project will deliver …

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New measures unlock access to data from largest online platforms to support research

As of 29 October 2025, new rules under the Digital Services Act (DSA) will allow researchers to gain unprecedented access to very large online platforms’ data to study the societal impact stemming from the platforms’ systems. Such access is now possible following the entry into force of the delegated act on data access. The measures will …

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University of Cyprus: FOCAL: New Research Project Aiming to Safeguard Communication Networks and Critical Infrastructure from Quantum Attacks

The three-year European Research and Innovation project FOCAL (Functional cOmposition of post-quantum Cryptosystems At Large), coordinated by the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus, officially commenced its activities on 29 October 2025. The project brings together 15 partners from across Europe with the aim of developing a new generation …

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DiscoverEU celebrates 40 years of Schengen with 40,000 tickets for young travellers

The European Commission is offering 40,000 young people a unique opportunity to explore Europe through DiscoverEU, an action of the Erasmus+ programme, on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Schengen area. To apply for a travel pass, young people born between 1 January 2007 and 31 December 2007 must complete a short quiz about the EU on …

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The Cyprus Institute Wins the 1st Prize at the 2025 Good Practice Awards – Leading Innovation Through the Use of Virtual Reality in Occupational Safety and Health Training

The Cyprus Institute continues to pioneer the use of cutting-edge technologies in training employees on Occupational Safety and Health (OSH). At the 2025 Good Practice Awards organized by the Department of Labour Inspection of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance, the Institute received the 1st Prize for its innovative initiative entitled “Use of Virtual Reality Technology in Training for Occupational Safety and Health.” The award …

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UCLan Cyprus: The ePhyLi project concludes with a successful final conference at UCLan Cyprus University

The Erasmus+ Sport project ePhyLi (Promoting Physical Literacy and Healthy Lifestyles through Digital Materials for University Students, project number: 101089928) officially concluded with its final conference, organised and hosted by UCLan Cyprus University. The event celebrated three years of collaborative research, innovation, and education aimed at enhancing the understanding and development of physical literacy among …

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Frederick University: Distinguished sculptor Costas Varotsos to be awarded an Honorary Doctorate

Frederick University has decided to award an Honorary Doctorate to the distinguished sculptor and former Professor of Visual Arts in the Department of Architecture at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), Costas Varotsos. The conferral ceremony will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., at Frederick University, Nicosia. Frederick University will honor …

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Cyprus University of Technology: Signing of a Cooperation Protocol between CUT and the Project Management Institute (PMI) Cyprus Chapter

The Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) and the Project Management Institute (PMI) Cyprus Chapter signed a Cooperation Protocol on Thursday, 23 October 2025, laying the foundations for a strategic partnership based on the principles of synergy, respect, and mutual trust. The Protocol was signed by Rector Panayiotis Zaphiris on behalf of CUT and President Alexia …

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Commission launches flagship initiative to increase use of AI in healthcare

The Commission has launched COMPASS-AI – a new initiative that includes the establishment of a community of experts to advance the safe and effective use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. This is one of the flagship measures in the Commission’s recent Apply AI Strategy. The initiative will work to promote the responsible and effective integration …

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Commission unveils 2026 work programme

The European Commission has today unveiled its 2026 work programme, which outlines a series of actions to help build a more sovereign and independent Europe. The work programme, entitled ‘Europe’s independence moment’, addresses current and future challenges arising from threats to our security and democracy, to conflicts and geopolitical tensions, to risks to our economy and industry, …

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