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University of Cyprus: New study by the University of Cyprus highlights the critical role of calcium in tissue regeneration and development

How Calcium Signals Guide the Integration of New Cells into Tissues A publication in the prestigious journal Nature Communications reveals that calcium signals are essential for the integration of new cells into tissues, with implications for understanding structural birth defects and combating chronic diseases. Researchers from the Laboratory of Cell and Developmental Biology at the …

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Cyprus University of Technology: HIDDEN: A New EU Project Aims to Improve Urban Mobility by Helping Vehicles ‘See’ the Unseen

A new EU-funded project— HIDDEN (Hybrid Intelligence for Advanced Collective Perception and Decision Making in Complex Urban Environments) officially launched on July 8th, in Athens. Its mission? To make European cities safer by enabling automated vehicles better detect what they currently can’t see— pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users hidden behind obstacles. Coordinated by the Institute of …

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The Cyprus Institute of Neurology & Genetics: Cyprus at the forefront of brain research – CING participation in META-BRAIN

On the occasion of World Brain Day, the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics (CING), a distinguished centre of excellence in the field of health, specialising in medical care, research and education, officially announces its participation in the research consortium of the innovative European project META-BRAIN (MagnetoElectric and Ultrasonic Technology for Advanced BRAIN Modulation) research …

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University of Nicosia: UNIC Study Finds No Evidence of Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion in Cyprus Water Pipes

Research Suggests Biofilms May Actually Help Maintain Water Quality Rather Than Cause Damage A preliminary study conducted by the University of Nicosia’s Environmental Health Research Centre found no evidence of microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) in Cyprus’s drinking water pipes, despite detecting microbial presence in all samples examined. The research, part of the CyMIC project funded …

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University of Cyprus: Professor Haridimos Tsoukas: Among the top international distinctions – International Fellow of the British Academy

Haridimos Tsoukas, Professor of Strategic Management at the University of Cyprus, has been elected International Fellow of the British Academy, the UK’s national academy for the social sciences and humanities. His election recognises his contribution to organisational theory, the philosophical foundations of management, organisational knowledge and the study of processes in organisations. His research focuses …

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University of Cyprus: Successful Organisation of the Blended Intensive Programme (BIP)

“English for Entrepreneurship” by the Language Centre of the University of Cyprus The Language Centre of the University of Cyprus is pleased to announce the successful completion of the recent Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) for students interested in entrepreneurship from various European countries, which was held as part of the Erasmus+ programme. The programme offered …

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Addressing mental health issues of adolescents through the development of informative mobile videogames – InnerWorlds ERASMUS+ project

According to UNICEF’s data on adolescents mental health in 2021 (Adolescent mental health statistics – UNICEF DATA), globally, one in seven youths aged 10 to 19 suffers from a mental disorder. Video games, due to their engaging nature, can be particularly effective for mental health treatment in teens. They provide a safe and known environment, …

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The Cyprus Insitute of Neurology & Genetics: CING at the forefront of the SHIELD project for early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer

Pan-European scientific collaboration on the 3rd cause of cancer death in Europe – Early detection is vital. A major pan-European research effort focusing on the early detection of pancreatic cancer has been launched with the official launch of the SHIELD (Strategic Health Initiative for Early detection in individuals at high risk of pancreatic cancer) project, …

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UCLan Cyprus: Empowering University Administration: The GoodStaff Erasmus+ Project

In a rapidly evolving academic landscape, the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative staff have become increasingly critical to the success of Higher Education Institutions. With this in mind, the GoodStaff Research Project, funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, was launched to identify, assess, and develop the key competencies required by university administrative personnel. The …

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Neapolis University Pafos and ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence of the Cyprus University of Technology Sign Memorandum of Understanding

On Friday, 18 July 2025, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) and the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence (ECoE) of the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the beginning of a strategic academic and scientific partnership between the two institutions. The MoU was signed at the NUP campus by Professor Pantelis Sklias, …

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