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Research Associate  ·  Data Scientist  ·  CERTH/HIT

Stavros Kyzalas

Advancing mobility, sustainability,
and data-driven research

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About

Data Scientist with a strong background in mathematics and applied research, specialising in mobility systems, sustainability, and data-driven decision making. Experienced in Python, statistical analysis, and machine learning, with hands-on involvement in EU research projects at CERTH/HIT.

M.Sc. in Data Science & Machine Learning (Hellenic Open University, 2024). B.Sc. in Mathematics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Based in Rhodes, Greece.

Author of 5 peer-reviewed publications across sustainability, transport, and smart island research. Passionate about transforming complex datasets into actionable insights and scalable solutions.

Python R Machine Learning Statistical Analysis Data Cleaning Data Visualization Pandas NumPy IBM SPSS Microsoft Excel

Experience

2021 — 2025

Research Associate @ CERTH/HIT

EU-funded projects · Smart Mobility · Sustainability · Energy Systems

  • Analysed large-scale datasets related to mobility, road safety, and environmental systems
  • Designed and validated data collection methodologies for real-world pilot implementations
  • Processed and cleaned complex datasets to ensure high data quality and usability
  • Supported development of analytical models for sustainability and infrastructure planning
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, policymakers, researchers)
Projects: DIVERSIFY CCAM 2024–2025 NHSOS 2023–2025 Road Safety – S. Aegean 2024 NEMO 2022–2023 ELEKTRON 2021–2023
2022 — 2024

M.Sc. Data Science & Machine Learning @ Hellenic Open University

  • Linear Algebra, Calculus, Statistics, Data Structures, Algorithms, Databases
  • AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning
  • Big Data & Distributed Learning
2010 — 2018

B.Sc. Mathematics @ Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

  • Algebra, Number Theory, Logic, Geometry
  • Computer Science, Numerical Analysis
  • Statistics & Operational Research

Publications

01

Exploring Solar-Powered Boats

Co-authored research on solar-powered boat feasibility in island contexts.

CSUM 2024SustainabilityTransport
02

Air Quality & Bioclimatic Conditions

Assessing air quality and bioclimatic conditions in island environments. ICTR 2023, Heraklion.

ICTR 2023Environment
03

Electro-mobility in Small Islands

Research on electric scooter mobility patterns in small island contexts. ICTR 2023.

ICTR 2023E-Mobility
04

Optimising EV Charging in Rhodes

Optimizing EV charging infrastructure placement in Rhodes. Presented at EEITE 2025.

EEITE 2025EVSmart City
05

NHSOS Project in Chalki Island

Island sustainability research — energy autonomy and green tourism. Applied Sciences Conference 2025.

Applied Sciences 2025Island Sustainability

Certifications

Conferences & Events

Athens Space & Satellite Summit (2021) ICTR 2021 — Rhodes ICTR 2023 — Heraklion Smart Cities – Digital Citizens Special Education — University of Aegean DPO & ICT Security World E-Government Forum – Digital Health Care

Online Certifications (Coursera)

Introduction to Front-End Development Machine Learning with Python React Basics What is Data Science

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