Laboratories
Laboratories
Seven university laboratories operate within our Department, established to support its educational and research needs in key areas of economic science.
Entrepreneurship, Technology and Economic Strategy (ETOS)
ETOS: Bridging Research, Technology, and Economic Strategy in Practice.
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The primary objective of the Laboratory of Entrepreneurship, Technology and Economic Strategy (ETOS) is to provide both a solid theoretical foundation and practical experience across three main pillars of activity: (1) Research, (2) Outreach, and (3) Services.
1) Research
ETOS develops initiatives of both practical and research interest in collaboration with other institutions, businesses, and partners from an ever-expanding network in Greece and abroad. Faculty members, researchers, and students work together to produce applied knowledge focusing on key challenges faced by micro and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as the broader business environment, technology and innovation producers, and economic policy-makers.
2) Outreach
The Laboratory organizes conferences, workshops, and seminars, aiming to keep stakeholders informed about current developments in entrepreneurship, technology, and economic strategy. To support this goal, Greek and international researchers, business leaders, and executives from organizations and institutions are invited to deliver lectures on key topics within the Laboratory’s areas of activity. In addition, ETOS provides educational and informational material in both print and digital formats, which is easily accessible through its activities and website.
3) Services
The Laboratory encourages students and members of the academic community to engage with the real-world environment of business and the economy through hands-on, experiential learning. Students, in collaboration with academic staff and professionals from both the private and public sectors, offer advisory services and guidance to individuals who lack entrepreneurial knowledge and wish to develop it in order to implement and grow their business ideas, as well as to enhance business competitiveness.
The Laboratory also provides guidance on the development of appropriate economic strategies and the dissemination of technological and innovation-driven advancements. This process constitutes a unique learning experience for students, enabling them to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Furthermore, ETOS supports students who wish to conduct research on contemporary issues in entrepreneurship, technology, and economic strategy.
Health Economics and Management
Innovation & Strategy for Sustainable Health Systems
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The Laboratory of Health Economics and Management (LabHem – Laboratory of Health Economics & Management) was established in 2015 and specializes in the fields of Health Economics, Health Services Research, and Healthcare Management.
The Laboratory is staffed by a team of researchers with expertise in Health Economics, Management, Strategy, Health Informatics, Medicine, and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Transport Economics and Sustainable Mobility (TESMOL)
Connecting Economy, Environment, and Transport for Sustainable Development
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The Laboratory of Transport Economics and Sustainable Mobility (TESMOL), of the Department of Economics within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies, was established and operates in accordance with Ministerial Decision No. 20153196 (Government Gazette 1194/Β΄/22-06-2015) at the University of Piraeus.
Its mission is twofold: to serve as a reliable hub for the production of both fundamental and applied research, and to support educational and research needs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels within the Department of Economics, the School, and the University of Piraeus more broadly.
Research
The Laboratory focuses on research in the fields of transport economics, transport management and policy, logistics, environment, and energy, as these are reflected in the concept of sustainable mobility at international, European, national, regional, and local levels.
Its research activity is aimed at advancing scientific knowledge in these areas. In addition, a key pillar of its work includes conducting research projects and studies, as well as providing training for professionals in both the public and private sectors, including public administration and local government.
Education
The Laboratory actively supports the teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate courses related to its research areas within the Department of Economics and across the University of Piraeus. Indicative courses include:
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Transport Economics
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Environmental Economics
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Transport and Maritime Policy
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Energy and Natural Resource Economics
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International Trade
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Transport Business Management
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Transport and Maritime Economics
In addition to its core mission of educating undergraduate and postgraduate students and supporting doctoral research, the Laboratory is actively engaged in the implementation of funded research projects within its fields of expertise.
To further strengthen its objectives, the Laboratory develops collaborations with public and private sector organizations, providing studies, consultancy services, and partnerships in research projects. It also seeks to establish partnerships with similar laboratories and research centers in Greece and abroad, promoting the exchange of knowledge and data, and the co-production of research and studies.
Staff
The Laboratory is staffed by seven members of the University of Piraeus faculty, whose academic expertise aligns with its teaching and research areas:
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Associate Professor Nikolaos Michelakakis (Director of the Laboratory)
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Professor Maria Psyllaki
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Professor Ioannis Paravantis
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Associate Professor Konstantinos Eleftheriou
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Associate Professor Michail Polemis
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Assistant Professor Ioanna Kokore
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Assistant Professor Markos Tselekounis
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Professor Emeritus Evangelos Sambrakos
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Dr Marina Maniati, Postdoctoral Researcher
In addition, the Laboratory includes three doctoral candidates and approximately ten research associates and support staff.
Members of the Laboratory have participated in more than 30 research projects funded by the private sector, the European Union, or national resources, covering the Laboratory’s core areas of expertise. The results of theses, doctoral dissertations, and all research activities are published in academic journals and conference proceedings.
Contact
Laboratory of Transport Economics and Sustainable Mobility
80 Karaoli & Dimitriou Street
18534 Piraeus, Greece
Tel: (+30) 210 414 2289
Email: njm@unipi.gr
Sustainable Development and Circular Economy
Turning the 17 Goals into Action
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The Laboratory of Sustainable Development and Circular Economy was established with the aim of serving as a credible scientific body for the integration of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and circular economy principles into the operating models of businesses and organizations, as well as into the country’s development strategy.
This is achieved through the preparation of studies and sustainability reports, the provision of advisory services to organizations and businesses, the organization of education and training programmes, and the implementation of related activities.
Local and Regional Development (Lored Lab)
Connecting research, policy, and society for stronger regions and sustainable development.
Local and Regional Development ((Lored Lab)
The Laboratory of Local and Regional Development ((Lored Lab) addresses economic issues across a broad range of local and regional policy areas, including taxation, healthcare, energy, education, development, inequality, trade, fiscal regulation, innovation, and the environment.
The Laboratory’s staff have served in various advisory roles within the private sector and have also worked as consultants to both national and regional administrations around the world.
Economics of Financial Markets, Risk Management and Corporate Governance (EFMRCG)
Connecting financial markets with transparency and corporate responsibility.
Economics of Financial Markets, Risk Management and Corporate Governance (EFMRCG)
The Laboratory of Economics of Financial Markets, Risk Management and Corporate Governance (EFMRCG) of the Department of Economics at the University of Piraeus was established and operates in accordance with Ministerial Decision No. 201719532 (Government Gazette 1603/B/10.05.2017).
In an increasingly evolving economic environment, the role and mission of public universities in modern society have undergone significant transformation.
The Laboratory was established to address the research and educational needs of the Department of Economics and the University of Piraeus more broadly, while also contributing to national development through research projects, studies, and expert consulting services undertaken on behalf of private and public organizations, ministries, the European Union, and international organizations and institutions.
This mission is pursued by taking into consideration several key dimensions, including:
- contemporary economic theory,
- the institutional framework of Corporate Governance at European, international, and national levels,
- the operation and regulatory framework of financial markets,
- modern financing and risk management tools, and
- international trends and developments in these fields of study.
Strategic Leadership and Digital Transformation (iLEADS)
iLEADS: Shaping Leadership in the Digital Era.
Strategic Leadership and Digital Transformation (iLEADS)
The iLEADS Laboratory aims to develop and disseminate specialized knowledge in the scientific fields that shape the domain of Strategic Leadership, while simultaneously creating a set of digital transformation tools and methodologies essential for today’s modern and globalized economic environment.