Christos Ι. Bouras
Professor, Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics
email: rector@upatras.gr
Short CV
Christos J. Bouras is Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics specializing in the field of Algorithms and Applications in Networks, Telematics and New Services. At the Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics he teaches Telematics, Network Interconnection, Broadband Technologies and Public Networks at undergraduate level and Algorithmic Topics on Networks and Telematics at postgraduate level. His research interests include 5G and Beyond Networks, Performance Analysis of Network and Computer Systems, Computer Networks and Protocols, Mobile and Wireless Communications, Telematics and New Services, E-Learning, Networked Virtual Environments, QoS and Pricing for Networks and Services and WWW Issues. He has published more than 600 papers in various well-known refereed books, conferences and journals. He has been member of editorial board for international journals and PC member and referee in various international journals and conferences. He has participated in several Greek and international R&D projects and is co-author of 9 books in Greek and editor of 2 in English. He has supervised 17 PhD Theses, 41 Postgraduate Theses and 179 Diploma Theses. He has extensive professional experience in Design and Analysis of Networks and Telematics, Network Protocols, High Bandwidth Networks, Techno-economic Models for Broadband Infrastructures and Distance Learning. He has served as Director of the Graduate Program in Computer Science and Technology, Member of the Managing Board of the Special Account for Research Funds (ELKE), Vice President of the Special Account for Research Funds (ELKE), Deputy Rector for Finance, Planning and Project Implementation, Vice President and CEO of the University of Patras Property Development and Management Company, Rector and President of the University of Patras Property Development and Management Company.
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Rector’s welcome note
Dear members of our university community,
It is with great pleasure and a sense of responsibility that I welcome you all to the start of the new academic year. The start of each new academic year is an opportunity to renew our educational, research, and social goals and a moment of collective commitment to the promotion of knowledge, critical thinking, and creativity. I warmly welcome the first-year students who are now joining our university family, as well as those returning, and I express my gratitude to the teaching and administrative staff who support our work on a daily basis.
Our goal this year is to further enhance the quality of teaching and research, to expand interdisciplinary collaborations, and promote innovation and social responsibility. We are committed to an environment of academic freedom, equal opportunities, and respect for diversity, where every member may develop their skills and contribute creatively. In this context, we will emphasize on student support services—academic, psychosocial, and professional—as well as on strengthening infrastructure, digital development, and international collaboration.
I invite you to actively participate in the life of our University: to share ideas, to participate in research and educational programs, to contribute to academic ethics and social solidarity. The progress of the university is not a matter for a minority but a collective effort — every student, every teacher, every member of the administration and the community has a role to play and bears his/her own responsibility. Solidarity is supreme, especially in the dystopian reality we often experience. Collectivity is the only way to effectively deal with the unexpected conditions lurking, as proved by the devastating summer fire. Furthermore, together we can respond to the challenges of our times, seize new opportunities, and shape a sustainable, creative, and welcoming academic environment, continuing the tradition of the University of Patras’ growing upturn.
I wish you health and perseverance, as well as a productive year. I am at your disposal to discuss and cooperate, so that the new academic year may be a starting point for progress, collaboration, and meaningful academic experience.
I wish a great and creative academic year!
The Rector
Ch. J. Bouras