Hello, everyone. I am Chrysi Laspidou, a passionate advocate for climate justice and a staunch supporter of initiatives aimed at preserving our planet. Throughout my career, I’ve strived to innovate in climate change adaptation measures with a human-centric approach, believing that these efforts can lead to global resilience.

My formative years were spent in the United States, where I pursued my education at esteemed institutions such as Northwestern University and the University of Texas at Austin. This journey instilled in me a diverse engineering background, encompassing mechanical, industrial, civil, and environmental disciplines. Consequently, my research interests span across various fields, including engineering, urban planning, hydrology, energy, biology, ecology, agriculture, economics, and informatics.

Specifically, my research endeavours delve into resource Nexus and water informatics, mathematical modelling of physical-chemical and biological processes in natural aquatic systems, urban water issues, resource sustainability, and socio-economic aspects of water management. I actively engage in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) projects, focusing on multisensors, smart urban water management, and ICT applications for improving ecosystem function and quality.

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Earth Day 2025 || Our Power, Our Planet 🌿

🌍 Earth Day 2025 | Invest in Our Planet 🌱   As we celebrate Earth Day 2025, we are reminded that meaningful change begins with knowledge, collaboration, and action. At the University of Thessaly, we are proud to be part of a global academic community that not only studies the challenges facing our planet, but actively works to address them. Our commitment to sustainability is deeply embedded in our research, our curriculum, and our community outreach. Through interdisciplinary initiatives and

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Happy Easter !!

HAPPY EASTER !   Easter is a time of renewal and hope. During this year’s Easter, let’s renew our commitment for change and reform at all levels! Let’s envision a new world through positive transformation that will make us all resilient, inclusive, green and digital!  ΚΑΛΟ ΠΑΣΧΑ ! Media, News and Updates

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Vice-Rector Professor Chrysi Laspidou: A Leading Voice in Sustainability and the Nexus Approach at Dresden Nexus Conference 2025 (DNC2025)

      Professor Chrysi Laspidou, recently participated in the Dresden Nexus Conference 2025 (DNC2025), held from April 8 to 10. The event, hosted by the United Nations University UNU-FLORES, marked a celebration of 50 years of impact and brought together international experts to explore sustainability, resilience, and digitalization in the built environment. As a member of the Scientific Committee and a recognized High-Level Contributor, Professor Laspidou played a central role in shaping the conference’s discussions. She actively participated in

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Empowering Women in Agrifood: Vice – Rector Chrysi Laspidou Invites Women to Lead in Larissa’s Agrifood Sector – Join the Movement!

      The agrifood sector is currently experiencing a significant transformation characterized by a focus on innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Leading this movement is Professor Chrysi Laspidou, Vice-Rector of the University of Thessaly and head of One Planet Thessaly, which serves as the university’s Innovation and Technology Transfer Unit and Entrepreneurship Center. As a dedicated proponent of gender equality and sustainable development, Professor Laspidou is shaping the discourse regarding the essential role of women in agrifood entrepreneurship. In her

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Vice-Rector of the University of Thessaly, Chrysi Laspidou, was featured on TRT’s program “Central Greece Good Evening

    On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Chrysi Laspidou, the Vice-Rector of the University of Thessaly, participated as a guest on the TRT program “Central Greece Good Evening.” During the discussion, she provided an in-depth overview of her responsibilities within the institution, highlighting the University’s recent accomplishments and its strategic goals. The Role of the Vice-Rector Chrysi Laspidou offered valuable insights regarding her responsibilities as Vice-Rector, which encompass various facets of the University’s operations. She underscored the significance of collaborations

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Vice-Rector Professor Chrysi Lapsidou delivered a presentation at the two-day Water Management Conference, held at the Technical Chamber of Greece, Regional Office of Magnesia, focusing on the topics of flood protection and regional collaboration.

  Professor Chrysi Laspidou, the Vice-Rector for Innovation, Internationalization, Collaborations, and Digital Governance of the University of Thessaly, served as a prominent speaker at a recent two-day conference addressing water management issues, held at the Technical Chamber of Greece, Regional Office of Magnesia. Her insightful presentation centered on the State-region planning contract among the Region of Thessaly, the Municipality of Volos, and the University of Thessaly aimed at enhancing flood protection of the city. The Vice-Rector mentioned among others that

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One Planet

Head of Innovation – Technology Transfer Unit and Entrepreneurship Center, a point of contact between the academic community and industry, the transfer of the knowledge produced to society, and the cultivation of the idea of ​​entrepreneurship within the academic community.

University of Thessaly

Vice Rector of Innovation, Internationalization, Collaborations and Digital Governance of University of Thessaly, Professor of Civil Engineering Department, School of Engineering, University of Thessaly

University of Thessaly

Professor and Head of the Transfer Unit of the University of Thessaly, a point of contact between the academic community and industry, the transfer of the knowledge produced to society, and the cultivation of the idea of ​​entrepreneurship within the academic community.

University of Thessaly

Vice Rector of Innovation, Internationalization, Collaborations and Digital Governance of University of Thessaly, Professor of Civil Engineering Department, School of Engineering, University of Thessaly