[PIO] Announcement of the Presidency of the Hellenic Republic on the appointment of Mr. D. Skouridis as Chief Scientist

Taking into account the priority that the Government attaches to research, innovation and digital transition, the President of the Republic Mr.Nikos Christodoulides appointed Mr.Dimitris Skouridis as Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation and Technology.

It should be noted that the role of the Chief Scientist has been expanded to cover not only research and innovation but also technology issues.

The enhanced role of the Chief Scientist will facilitate closer cooperation with industry and the optimal use of emerging technologies, significantly enhancing the country's potential for productivity growth and development. Among other things, the Chief Scientist will take an advisory role in ensuring acceleration towards the goals of Digital Europe 2030 and act as a catalyst for its implementation.

The expansion of the role of the Chief Scientist represents a strategic investment in Cyprus' future, fully aligned with Vision 2035, to create a resilient economy capable of meeting the challenges of the modern era.

The Chief Scientist chairs, ex officio, the Board of Directors of the Research and Innovation Foundation.

For Mr Skouridis' CV click here

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