February 2025
Presentation of CONNECTING Project equipment to undergraduate students
As part of the GEO 436 – Monument Surveying course, 4th-year students from CUT participated in a presentation and briefing session led by Dr. Dimitrios Skaraltos and Dr. Apostolos Papakonstantinou, both members of the CONNECTING Project. The session provided an overview of the project's advanced surveying equipment, highlighting its technical specifications, capabilities, and practical applications in heritage documentation and geospatial analysis. Special emphasis was placed on the DJI Matrice 350 drone, equipped with high-precision sensors such as the HAIP hyperspectral camera,...
Internal Meeting
Today, we had an internal meeting for the Connecting project, where we discussed the upcoming case study scheduled for February 15th at Mavrokolympos Reservoir in Cyprus in Paphos. The discussion covered the equipment we will be using, confirming that the necessary hardware has arrived and that we are proceeding with payment instructions. We also addressed the installation of the project's server, which is set to take place within the next week. Additionally, we reviewed the cables and extra accessories needed...January 2025
Internal CUT meeting
Upon the arrival of the equipment, an internal discussion was conducted earlier today to finalize the details regarding the installation of the infrastructure. During this meeting, the team thoroughly reviewed the logistical requirements, operational setup, and potential challenges associated with the installation process. Key considerations included ensuring compatibility with existing systems, adhering to safety and compliance standards, and establishing a timeline for completing the installation. The discussion also involved assigning roles and responsibilities to team members to streamline the process...
New Year Celebration and Vasilopita Cutting at the Connecting Project
On January 13, 2025, the traditional cutting of the Vasilopita took place at the Strategic Research Infrastructure facility of the Connecting project, located on the 2nd floor of the Dorothea Building at the Cyprus University of Technology in Limassol. The event brought together members of the project team, led by coordinator Athos Agapiou, fostering a spirit of unity and celebration for the New Year 2025.December 2024
1st Annual Meeting
The 1st Annual Meeting of the CONNECTING project took place earlier today at the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) premises. The meeting brought together over 12 participants, including representatives from consortium partners such as the Cyprus University of Technology, Infralabs, the University of Cyprus (UCY), and the Department of Antiquities, along with project supporters like the Department of Land and Surveys. The discussions focused on a comprehensive review of the project's progress, highlighting completed deliverables, ongoing activities, and upcoming milestones. Key...
CONNECTING at EUROMED Conference
The 10th International Euro-Mediterranean Conference (EuroMed 2024) occurred in Limassol, Cyprus, from December 2–4, 2024. The CONNECTING Infrastructure Project was highlighted during the event through a poster presentation by Argyro Argyrou, titled: “Promoting Research and Innovation for Cultural Heritage in Cyprus through the CONNECTING Infrastructure Project.” This presentation underscored the project's pivotal role in advancing research and innovation for the preservation and promotion of Cyprus's rich cultural heritage. The EuroMed Conference provided an excellent platform to showcase the project’s contributions to...November 2024
Presentation on VR and AR Research by Dr. F. Liarokapis for CONNECTING Project Members
On Friday, November 22nd, at 10:45 AM, in the Spatial Analysis Lab at Dorothea, Dr. F. Liarokapis gave a presentation on the research projects of the Extended Experiences MR Group at CYENS, which he leads, as well as his broader research interests in VR and AR. The session was tailored for the members of the CONNECTING project.September 2024
Participation at Climate Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East Conference
Dr. Athos Agapiou was invited to participate in the 2024 Climate Crisis in the EasternMediterranean and the Middle East Conference, co-organized by The Cyprus Instituteand the Cyprus Academy of Sciences, Letters, and Arts. Building on the success ofprevious conferences, the event brought together key stakeholders to address thepressing climate issues in this vulnerable region. Dr. Agapiou's presentation focusedon the role of Earth observation in tackling climate change and preserving culturalheritage. He showcased examples from both ongoing and past research activities,including...
