Ioannis Tomkos

Ioannis Tomkos is a distinguished academic and researcher with extensive experience in telecommunications and optical communication systems. Currently serving as a Professor at the University of Patras and Collaborating Academic Faculty at the Industrial Systems Institute / Research Centre ATHENA, Ioannis has made significant contributions to advanced telecom systems for industry 4.0 applications. As an Adjunct Faculty Research Fellow at the University of Cyprus since 2014, Ioannis has been recognized for expertise in the field. Additionally, Ioannis co-edits the "Optical Communications Systems and Networks" Book Series for Springer Publishing Company. Previously, Ioannis held key positions at various institutions, including Chair Professor at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and Adjunct Professor at the University of Arizona and Carnegie Mellon University, leading innovative research and securing substantial R&D funding. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Optical Communication Systems & Networks and various management training programs from prestigious institutions.