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 the University Community,
A new year begins with a renewed will to struggle for Good deeds and for the dynamic development of the University of Patras. The years of the first term of office of our Rectorate were marked by the coronavirus and by extremely dystopian situations around the world. And yet, in this decadent era – a time of all kinds of debasement, from the destruction of the natural environment to the dominance of financial and war money – and under the pressure of various crisis, the University of Patras developed dynamically. Dysfunctions that had been troubling students and administrations were smoothed out, new actions were initiated for the benefit of all members, while the position of our University in international rankings is on the rise.
This success is the result of good planning, vigilant interest, continuous selfless work, dedication, and collegiality. For what underpins all the above it is the vision of Training and Education, which unites us all in common goals, helping us to overcome any differences we inevitably have. After all, diversity in the field of ideas and reflection may lead to dynamic interaction and the cultivation of a cooperation culture and healthy development. There have, of course, been failures and mistakes which we have taken responsibility for and have been judged.
The new term of office of the Rectorate is filled with a sense of responsibility and emphasizes on the will for new struggles and even greater effort, so that our University may achieve new goals and improve its performance in areas that constitute its long-standing aspirations. In this struggle, no one is left out and the participation of all is a prerequisite for success. I call on each and every one of you to help our Community to show that we know how to rally for the common good and transcend any differences, giving priority to creating the conditions that will give young people the vision of the life they deserve. Times are difficult, certainties are few, changes are dizzying and the challenges that arise require a climate of collegiality and cooperation.
Together we can all strive to strengthen the academic identity of the University of Patras and increase its visibility. Its geographical location and its course so far constitute the prerequisites that foreshadow its upward course. Important components of this course are its transformation into a green and digital university.
Improving its position in international rankings should be our constant concern. The lever of this improvement is of course excellence in all fields, but also the cultivation of research extroversion through the organization of competitive English-language undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, which will highlight its research and teaching potential. And, of course, strengthening its interconnection with other academic institutions and entities in Greece and abroad remains an open issue that requires the participation of us all.
We all know well that the reason for the existence and purpose of the University is its students. The development of an increasingly student-centred operating model is among our top priorities. At the same time, we will strive to strengthen lifelong learning and the University’s lifelong links with its alumni and society.
We aim to continue our infrastructure improvement planning and expansion, to be constantly vigilant in enhancing human resources and to take advantage of funding or other opportunities.
In the new term of office, we will continue to promote transparency in all the procedures and operations of our University, creating a climate of trust. In creating this climate, I invite you to participate and intensify your efforts so that the University of Patras can have a brilliant course, offering its students quality education and education that will help them build the future they dream of.
The new form of governance of our University, with the existence of a new body, the Administration Board, makes it more imperative than ever before that there should be convergence and consensus and above all, argumentative exhaustive dialogue and prioritizing “we” instead of “I”. We will all be judged and this should be for the benefit of the Public University and the Public Interest.
I urge you all to Awaken and Dare to dive into who we are and what we seek.
I wish you all a fruitful and enjoyable academic year!
The Rector
Christos I. Bouras