A visit to the Centre of Excellence for Research and Innovation "Koyos", of the University of Cyprus, was made today by the Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Alexis Vafeadis, accompanied by officials of his Ministry. The meeting was also attended by the Rector of the University of Cyprus, Professor Tasos Christofides, the Director and Deputy Director of the "Coios" Centre of Excellence, Professors Marios Polycarpou and Christos Panayiotou, as well as other members of the academic and research staff of "Coios".
During the meeting, the role of research and innovation in the development of intelligent and sustainable transport systems, with the ultimate goal of improving the lives of citizens, was discussed. Particular reference was made to the long-standing research cooperation between the Ministry of Transport and the "Coios" Centre of Excellence, through which technological solutions are being developed and implemented that contribute, among other things, to the digitalisation of transport networks and their more efficient management, the improvement of road safety and the reduction of traffic congestion. In addition, participants exchanged views on transport electrification and smart buildings.
The Rector of the University of Cyprus, Professor Tasos Christofides, after welcoming the attendees, said that through the research and innovation actions implemented within the framework of the established Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ministry of Transport and the University of Cyprus, innovative solutions are developed and implemented that contribute to addressing the challenges in transport issues.
The Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Mr. Alexis Vafeades, thanked the Rector of the University of Cyprus, Professor Tasos Christofides and the Director and Deputy Director of the Centre of Excellence "Koyos", Professors Mr. Mario Polykarpou and Christos Panagiotou for the invitation and stated that "As the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works, we look forward to an excellent cooperation with the "Coios" Centre of Excellence, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life of citizens".
Finally, the Director of the "Coios" Centre of Excellence, Professor Marios Polycarpou, said that the research activity between the two parties brings positive results and can be further upgraded, as it contributes to the Ministry's efforts for digital transformation and green development of transport systems. Coyos, he added, has the scientific know-how and expertise to support the Ministry's efforts to implement actions towards achieving the green transition.
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