September 2025

CONNECTING added Research Infrastructures Platform of Cyprus

The CONNECTING project infrastructure has been added to the Republic of Cyprus Research Infrastructures Database, making it officially accessible through the national platform. This inclusion allows researchers and institutions to easily discover and connect with the resources offered by the CONNECTING project. You can find more information at this link: CONNECTING

CONNECTING project to the Research Night

The CONNECTING project is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming European Researchers’ Night 2025! 🎉 For the 19th consecutive year, the Research and Innovation Foundation (ΙδΕΚ) brings this major science communication event to the public, offering a unique opportunity to meet researchers and explore the fascinating world of research, innovation, and technology. 📅 Date: 26 September 2025 🕗 Time: 08:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. 📍 Venue: State Fair, Nicosia Throughout the day, hundreds of researchers and scientists from across Cyprus will showcase experiments,...

ENGINEER Final Event – Connecting Project: Technical Equipment Demonstration

The Connecting Project was delighted to participate in the ENGINEER Final Event and to have the opportunity to showcase our technical equipment to a distinguished audience of cultural heritage and research professionals. We sincerely thank the ENGINEER project team for inviting us and for providing such an excellent platform to demonstrate how advanced tools can support heritage documentation, structural assessment, and digital modeling. It was a privilege to contribute to the event, share expertise, and engage with more than 30...

August 2025

Promote CONNECTING project CIPA 2025 Symposium in Seoul

Dr. Dimitrios Skarlatos, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology at the Cyprus University of Technology and member of the CONNECTING project, participated in the 30th CIPA 2025 Symposium in Seoul, Republic of Korea (25–29 August 2025). Through his role as session chair, Chair of AI sessions, and Executive Committee member as Commission Chair for Technologies for Cultural Heritage Geometric Documentation, he actively contributed to the event while also promoting the CONNECTING project and its innovative approach to cultural...

July 2025

First Test & Evaluation of the ROV CHASING M2 PRO MAX

Today, we successfully carried out the first evaluation and test of the ROV CHASING M2 PRO MAX, led by Dr. Marino Vlachos and Giorgos Kafataris, members of our research team. This marks an important step in advancing the technical capabilities of the project through underwater exploration and data collection.

Data Collection and Processing with Unmanned Aerial Systems Educational Program

New Educational Program! The Lifelong Learning Centre of the Cyprus University of Technology, in collaboration with the Department of Civil Engineering & Geoinformatics Engineering, presents the new program: "Collection and Processing of Drones Data" Duration: November – December 2025 For professionals who want to leverage drone technology in their field. Register your interest here: Link More information: Link

Kicking Off a New Era in Digital Cultural Heritage

Proud to attend the kick-off event of the Mnemosyne Research Center in Nicosia a significant initiative for the future of digital cultural heritage in Cyprus and beyond. Great opportunity for networking and synergy, especially as the CONNECTING project aligns closely with Mnemosyne’s mission in cultural preservation through digital innovation. Looking forward to future collaborations and knowledge exchange.

June 2025

Participation at the Cyprus University of Technology’s Summer Academies

Dr. Athos Agapiou, coordinator of the CONNECTING project, has participated in the 2nd Summer Academies event organised by the Cyprus University of Technology for male and female students aged 14 to 17 years old, who during the 2025-2026 school year will attend the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of a Lyceum and Technical School.  ENGINEER results and outcomes have been demonstrated during this period. The Summer Academies are a unique opportunity to get know the scientific fields and professions that...