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A significant international academic distinction for the Technical University of Crete was the invitation of Associate Professor Alexandros Stefanakis of the School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering to serve as Visiting Professor of the Department of Agriculture, Food and Environment at the University of Catania (Italy), one of the most historic and most recognized universities in Italy.
This invitation is a practical recognition of the international scientific presence and research work developed at the Technical University of Crete and particularly the Laboratory of Environmental Engineering and Management directed by Prof. Stefanakis in the fields of environmental engineering, ecological engineering, nature-based solutions, wastewater treatment and reuse and the circular economy.
During his month-long stay in Catania, Prof. Stefanakis actively participated in the academic life of the University, giving lectures and specialized seminars to undergraduate and postgraduate students, doctoral candidates and researchers. He presented modern research developments and applications related to natural wastewater treatment technologies, sustainable water resources management, climate change resilience and innovative green infrastructures.
During the visit, working meetings were also held with faculty members and research groups of the University of Catania, with the aim of expanding the cooperation between the two institutions. The discussions focused on the development of joint research proposals within the framework of Horizon Europe and other European programs, the joint supervision of doctoral theses, the exchange of students and researchers through international mobility programs, as well as the implementation of joint scientific publications and educational actions. It is worth noting that many of these activities and collaborations are already taking place between the two Institutions and laboratories.
The visit confirmed the active role of the Laboratory of Environmental Engineering and Management of the Technical University of Crete in the formation of high-level international research collaborations and in the production of innovative knowledge with significant environmental and social impact.
Strengthening the international presence of the Technical University of Crete is a strategic priority of the Institution. The participation of faculty members in high-profile academic activities, such as Visiting Professor positions, contributes substantially to the University's extroversion, to the transfer of know-how, to the development of international collaborations and to the attraction of new research and educational opportunities.
The collaboration between the Technical University of Crete and the University of Catania is expected to strengthen in the coming years, creating new perspectives in research, education and innovation, for the benefit of the academic community of the two institutions.
