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Dr Andreas Sousanis

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Andreas Sousanis
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a.sousanis@uol.ac.cy

Nicosia Campus: 21 Glafkou Clerides Avenue, 2107 Aglantzia Nicosia, Cyprus

+357 22462229

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andreas.s.facultyresume.com

Dr Andreas Sousanis

Dr Andreas Sousanis

Lecturer
Co-Director MSc GDM
Department of Management
EXPERTISE

My research focuses on the hydrogen economy as well as the circular economy. I have experience in materials science and solid-state physics. I have experience in a plethora of setups and theoretical models for the properties’ investigation of several different kinds of energy-related materials.

SHORT BIO

Dr Andreas Sousanis is a scientific expert specializing in nanotechnology sciences, with a particular focus on the development and implementation of low-consumption energy devices and applications. With a strong background in research and a passion for innovation, Andreas has made significant contributions to the field of hydrogen sensing devices. With a Ph.D. in Experimental Physics from Ghent University, Andreas has a deep understanding of experimental methodologies and laboratory techniques. His research has primarily focused on advancing the design and fabrication of thin film and nanostructured materials for optical hydrogen sensors among others, driving progress in this important area of sustainable energy technologies. Andreas has published several articles, including works on thin film and nanostructured Pd-based materials for optical hydrogen sensors. Finally, Andreas’s multidisciplinary educational background (BSc and MSc in Materials Science, Ph.D. in Physics, MSc in Educational Leadership, MSc in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship) equips him with a broad perspective and a solid foundation in various fields, enabling him to contribute effectively to research, education, and management endeavours. 

Selected Publications
  1. High Thermoelectric Performance of Bi-Doped Mg2Si4Sn0.6and Mg2Si0.6Sn0.4 based on Recyclable Si Kerf Derived from PV Manufacturing, P Mangelis, A Sousanis, G Mesaritis, PS Ioannou, AK Søiland, Y Xu, …ACS Applied Electronic Materials
  2. Thin Film and Nanostructured Pd-Based Materials for Optical H2 Sensors: A Review, A Sousanis, G Biskos, Nanomaterials 11 (11), 3100
  3. Young’s modulus of thin SmS films measured by nanoindentation and laser acoustic wave, H Zhang, M Stewart, F De Luca, PF Smet, A Sousanis, D Poelman, …Surface and Coatings Technology 421, 127428
  4. SmS-based piezoresistive thin films for memory applications, A Sousanis, Ghent University
  5. SmS/EuS/SmS Tri-Layer Thin Films: The Role of Diffusion in the Pressure Triggered Semiconductor-Metal Transition, A Sousanis, D Poelman, PF Smet, Nanomaterials 9 (11), 1513
  6. Switchable piezoresistive SmS thin films on large area, A Sousanis, D Poelman, C Detavernier, PF Smet, Sensors 19 (20), 4390
  7. Large response of piezoelectric actuators for piezotronic devices, JF Y. Popoff, P. Wittendorp, F. Tyholdt, M. Dekkers, L. Nielen, T. Schmitz …EMRS Fall.
  8. Measurement of Young’s modulus of thin SmS films by Nanoindentation and surface acoustic wave F De-Luca, H Zhang, M Stewart, I Rungger, P Smet, A Sousanis, …
  9. Analysis of localized surface plasmon resonances in gold nanoparticles surrounded by copper oxides, A Stamatelatos, A Sousanis, AG Chronis, MM Sigalas, …Journal of Applied Physics 123 (8)
  10. PETMEM: Piezoelectronic Transduction Memory Device – A European Research project update, MRS Fall
  11. Competitive Reactivity of Nitrogen and Oxygen with Nickel When an Argon/Air Mixture is Used as Sputtering Gas, P Poulopoulos, A Sousanis, KC Zotos, N Papaefstathiou, …Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 17 (12), 8842-8849
  12. Growth of Au nanoparticles in NiO via short annealing of precursor material thin film and optimization of plasmonics, S Grammatikopoulos, A Stamatelatos, A Delimitis, A Sousanis, …physica status solidi (a) 214 (11), 1700303
  13. Samarium monosulfide (SmS): reviewing properties and applications, A Sousanis, PF Smet, D Poelman, Materials 10 (8), 953
  14. Giant enhancement of small photoluminescent signals on glass surfaces covered by self-assembled silver nanorings, A Sousanis, P Poulopoulos, V Karoutsos, D Trachylis, C Politis, Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 17 (2), 1428-1433
  15. Sm1-xEuxS thin film alloys for reversible pressure-induced semiconductor-metal transitions, DP, A. Sousanis, P. F. Smet, SCES2017
  16. Optical, structural and piezoresistance properties of rare-earth chalcogenide thin films, DP A. Sousanis, P. F. Smet, Nanotexnology 2017, International Conferences and Exhibition on …
  17. Stability of switchable SmS for piezoresistive applications, A Sousanis, PF Smet, C Detavernier, D Poelman, 2016 IEEE Nanotechnology Materials and Devices Conference (NMDC), 1-2
  18. Naturally Produced Co/CoO Nanocrystalline Magnetic Multilayers: Structure and Inverted Hysteresis, F Santarossa, SD Pappas, A Delimitis, A Sousanis, P Poulopoulos, Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 16 (5), 4960-4967
  19. Rare-earths chalcogenides as promising materials for PiezoElectronic Transistors (PET), DP A. Sousanis, P. F. Smet, Biannual Belgian Crystallography Symposium
  20. Localized surface plasmon resonances after selective oxidization of AuCu solid solution nanocrystalline films, A Sousanis, S Grammatikopoulos, A Delimitis, V Dracopoulos, …Applied Physics Letters 107 (1)
  21. Transition metal oxides in thin films-Fabrication and characterization, A Sousanis, University of Patras
  22. Tuning the localized surface plasmon resonances (LSPR) of AuCu nanocrystalline epilayers via their microstructure, PP A. Delimitis, A. Sousanis, S. Grammatikopoulos, V. Dracopoulos, 31st Panhellenic Conference in Solid State Physics and Materials Science
  23. Switching plasmonic resonances via the hysteretic behavior of SmS piezoresistive thin films, A Sousanis, PF Smet, D Poelman
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You are invited to participate in a survey as part of the DiFiCy – Digital Transformation and FinTech: Shaping Cyprus’s Economy research project which is implemented by the University of Limassol, PwC Cyprus and Unity Growth Limited.

The project is co-funded by the European Union within the framework of the Cohesion Policy Programme “THALIA 2021-2027” through the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) in Cyprus [Pr. number: EXCELLENCE/0524/0568].

The study has been approved by the National Bioethics Committee of Cyprus (Approval no.: EEBK EΠ 2025.01.19 )

This project explores digital transformation and FinTech adoption in Cyprus, with a particular focus on SMEs and the broader business ecosystem. It uses a mixed-methods research design, combining survey data with interviews and case study evidence to generate evidence-based insights for policymakers and businesses.

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