Research Interests
My research interests lie at the intersection of physics and computing. At present, my focus is on studying computer systems through the application of control theory and predictive strategies, and on utilizing existing quantum computers to optimize such systems.
Feedback Control and Optimization of Computer Systems
Quantum Computing
Machine Learning Applications in Control
Disordered Quantum Systems, Topological Matter, Many-Body Systems
Student Supervision and Mentoring
Co-supervised with Professor K. Magoutis (Computer Science Department, University of Crete):
Angelos Deligiannis | (2026-now)
undergraduate student
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
Antonios Taouktsis | (2025-now)
undergraduate student
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
Efthymios Papageorgiou | (2025-now)
Ph.D. student
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
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Alexandros Manos | B.Sc. (2026)
"An Experimental Performance Study of Kayak, an Adaptive Dual-Loop Controller for Multi-Tenant Applications over Extensible Storage"
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
Efthymios Papageorgiou | M.Sc. (2025)
"Exploring decision-making for resource management in adaptive computing systems"
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
Stavros Petrakis | B.Sc. (2025)
"Development of a Queueing Simulation Tool"
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
Dorothea Renesi | B.Sc. (2025)
"Implementation of Grover's Quantum Search Algorithm in Current Quantum Computers"
Department of Physics, Univ. of Crete
Efthymios Papageorgiou | B.Sc. (2023)
"Evaluating the adaptivity mechanisms of the Apache HTTP server"
Computer Science Department, Univ. of Crete
Research Projects:
This is a list of projects I have participated in over the years:
QUADS (May 2026 - now) : QUADS explores the quantum-enhancement of adaptive computer systems across different scales (small, medium, large) and aims to improve adaptability and efficiency by leveraging quantum methods to enhance MPC-based control for intelligent, scalable decision-making. QUADS is supported by the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (HFRI) through a faculty grant (Grant ID: HFRI-FM17-1998) - project webpage
DEDALUS (Jun. 2025 - Apr. 2026) : The main objective of this research project is to utilize quantum advantage in order to optimize a given query. We present the stages of query compilation from a top-to-bottom perspective. Throughout this process, all available compute units may be utilized, including the classical CPU, QPU, and GPU. (SUB1.1 Clusters of Research Excellence - CREs, TA 5180519) - project webpage
TALE (Apr. 2025 - Jul. 2025): The main objective of this work is to design a technological stack, based on solid theoretical underpinning, around the property graph data model that can enable graph processing and analytics at scale. (H.F.R.I. Project Number: 16819) - project webpage
TwinODIS (Jan. 2025 - Mar. 2025): The project aims to revolutionize data-driven large-scale decision optimization using AI technology and operational research analytical methods. HORIZON-WIDERA-2023-ACCESS-02-01 - project webpage
GreenInCities (Apr. 2024 - Dec. 2024): This project seeks to develop methodologies and tools for collaborative climate mitigation and adaptation in urban planning, specifically targeting deprived areas. Addressing challenges includes improving societal readiness and awareness, expanding beyond traditional greening interventions, and leveraging advanced technologies for effective co-creation and urban regeneration. European Commission (EU funding project), HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMACITIES-01 - project webpage
STREAMSTORE (May - Dec. 2022, Jul - Dec. 2023): This research project aims to fully support highly elastic, scalable, and fault-tolerant stateful stream-processing systems, through the evolution of the elasticity, predictability, and availability of scalable data store technology beyond the state of the art. STREAMSTORE is supported by the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (HFRI) through a faculty grant (Grant ID: HFRI-FM17-1998). - project webpage
SmartCityBus (Jan. - Jun. 2023): The aim of this research project is the development and exploitation of a mass transport management platform in order to dynamically and efficiently determine the bus routes and the selection of the bus fleet for better serving of the passengers, as well as the optimal use of available resources. (MIS code: 5069129) Greek NSRF 2014-2020, Operational Program ”Competitiveness, Entrepreneurship & Innovation” (EPAnEK). - project webpage
ProxiTour (Feb. 2021 - Jan. 2022): This project aims to develop a smart IoT-driven personalized touring platform for indoor and outdoor cultural spaces. Greek NSRF 2014-2020, Operational Program ”Competitiveness, Entrepreneurship & Innovation” (EPAnEK) - project webpage. The poster of this project can be downloaded from here.
DISTOP2D (2018 - 2019): The aim of this project was to study quantum matter and many-body interactions in the presence of disorder by primarily creating and using matrix diagonalization codes for tight-binding lattice Hamiltonians. We mostly used the ARIS thin nodes island, based on the IBM NeXtScale platform and Intel Xeon E5-2680v2 processors which has 426 computing nodes and offers a total of 8,520 cores (CPU cores). A part of the results from this project is included in my doctorate work. 5th “Call for Proposals for Production Projects” for access to ARIS national high performance computing system, Greek Research and Technology Network (GRNET)
I am the kind of person who enjoys learning new things. Feel free to contact me and discuss further.