LIFE BELOW WATER

2023

*During the period 2019-2023

*Annual average during the period 2019-2023

Title: European Union’s REKonstructed content in 3D
Acronym: EUreka3D
Funding framework: DIGITAL
Abstract: This program collaborates with UNESCO and Professor Ioannides hold the UNESCO Chair on Digital Cultural Heritage at the Cyprus University of Technology. UNESCO’s mission is to contribute to the building of a culture of peace, the eradication of poverty, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, communication and information. Moreover, it takes into account and contributes to the gender equality, Climate action and life below water.

Title: Co-curating in the Phygital Museum and the creation of alternative narratives and transcultural “voices” towards developing inclusive and sustainable museums
Acronym: Erasmus+ ExhiBIT
Funding framework: ERASMUS+
Abstract: The Erasmus+ Project Co-curating in the Phygital Museum emphasizes co-curatorship through “phygital” strategies, blending physical and digital experiences to foster broader visitor engagement in multicultural, post-pandemic museum spaces. Aligning with the EU’s Digital Education Action Plan (2021–2027), the ExhiBIT project supports Creative and Cultural Industries (CCI) professionals in enhancing digital skills and pedagogical approaches to promote social inclusivity. By advancing co-curatorship practices, it facilitates dialogue with underrepresented societal groups to collaboratively shape inclusive and participatory museum environments.

Title: Circular and Dynamic Manufacturing Supply Chain Orchestration and OptimiSation
Acronym: CIRCULOOS
Funding framework: HORIZON EUROPE
Abstract: CIRCULOOS aims to provide circular manufacturing tools that optimize the supply chain while integrating planning and execution. By calculating product sustainability and circularity profiles in collaboration with internal and external partners, the project enables the development of innovative circular manufacturing processes for sustainable production throughout a product’s life cycle, including recycling. Key objectives include orchestrating collaborative workflows, enhancing supply chain metrics with advanced visualizations, and optimizing processes. It also features dynamic sustainability assessments for evaluating different scenarios and promotes secure data sharing through a robust identity management system. The initiative will demonstrate circular business processes that support material reuse, reduction, and recycling, along with upskilling programs through RAMP and online courses. Collaborations with NGOs, such as the Mobile World Capital Barcelona Foundation and Consorcio Red Alastria, align with SDGs 9, 12, and 13.

Title: Maritime Digitalization Research Infrastructure
Acronym: MDigi-I
Funding framework: RESTART (ΙδΕΚ)
Abstract: The proposed project aims to establish a new research infrastructure that fosters synergies and advances maritime digitalization technologies, enhancing safety, security, and efficiency for sustainable shipping and marine transport. This infrastructure has the potential to become a Center of Excellence, focusing on the development, testing, validation, and training in maritime digitalization. It will provide access to physical spaces, equipment, and expertise, facilitating research and innovation in IoT, AI/ML applications, digital twins, and decision support systems for smart ships and harbor facilities. Organized into openly accessible testbeds and laboratories, this initiative supports collaboration among stakeholders, including the Cyprus Shipping Association (https://www.cyprusshipping.com/csa), and aligns with SDGs 9, 13, and 14 to promote sustainable practices in the maritime sector.