Born in the vibrant city of Athens in 1974, my journey in the realm of science commenced at the University of Athens, where I delved into the intricacies of Chemistry. Eager to explore further, I embraced the academic excellence of the École Normale Supérieure de Lyon (ENS), culminating in a Master’s degree specializing in particle and nuclear physics from the Institute of Nuclear Physics of Lyon.
My academic odyssey reached its pinnacle with a PhD in Solid-State NMR, mentored by Prof. L. Emsley within the Solid-State NMR Group at ENS. This phase marked the genesis of my passion for pioneering research.
Venturing across continents, I embarked on a transformative post-doctoral stint at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the University of California Berkeley. Guided by Prof. A. Pines, I spearheaded the development of groundbreaking methods and instruments, revolutionizing high-resolution magnetic resonance in the face of challenging magnetic fields.
In 2004, I joined the ranks of the Laboratory of Structure and Dynamics using Magnetic Resonance at the French Atomic Energy Commission (CEA in Saclay), assuming the role of a tenured principal investigator. My innovative endeavors were acknowledged through the acclaimed R-EvolutioN-M-R project, securing a Starting ERC grant in 2008.
The year 2017 marked a pivotal transition as I embraced a tenured Professorship in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance at the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, KU Leuven. My research hub resides within the dynamic enclave of the Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems at the Center for Membrane Separations, Adsorption, Catalysis, and Spectroscopy for Sustainable Solutions (cMACS).
Passionate about pushing the frontiers of science and technology, my work is dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of nuclear magnetic resonance, driving towards sustainable solutions for a rapidly evolving world.
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