A5026883957- Building materials and conservation
- Concrete and Cement Materials Research
- Conservation Techniques and Studies
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Virology and Viral Diseases
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Cultural Heritage Materials Analysis
- Respiratory viral infections research
- Hygrothermal properties of building materials
- Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
- Influenza Virus Research Studies
- Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and History
- Bacterial Infections and Vaccines
- Building Energy and Comfort Optimization
- Antibiotic Use and Resistance
- Rock Mechanics and Modeling
- Advanced Surface Polishing Techniques
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Phase Change Materials Research
- Immune responses and vaccinations
- Hepatitis B Virus Studies
- Archaeological Research and Protection
- Ruminant Nutrition and Digestive Physiology
- Pediatric health and respiratory diseases
- Maritime and Coastal Archaeology
Newcastle University
2021-2023
University of Cyprus
2013-2022
Children's Hospital Agia Sophia
2001-2019
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
2001-2019
Cardiff University
2019
Iaso Children’s Hospital
2010
Athens Medical Center
2006
Agruicultural Research Institute
1996
Athens State University
1985
Abstract This recommendation is devoted to testing the resistance of natural stone and fired-clay brick units against salt crystallization. The procedure was developed by RILEM TC 271-ASC evaluate durability porous building materials crystallization through a laboratory method that allows for accelerated without compromising reliability results. new designed replicate damage caused near surface as result capillary transport evaporation. A approach proposed considers presence two stages in...
Abstract The scope of this collective paper produced in the frame RILEM TC 277-LHS is to provide sound knowledge on use additives/admixtures lime-based mortars, based literature and practice. most widely known are systematically presented. Their main effects testing their performance have been properly tabulated. It well that a plethora every year by chemical industries. However, when using them compatibility durability aspects primary importance. introduction lime mortars was imposed need...
Abstract Inorganic raw materials, here termed geomaterials, derived from the Earth's crust and used in construction after appropriate processing make a genetically functionally varied group of mineral resources. Although their basic functions have remained almost unchanged for centuries, some new attributes, meanings impacts on society are still emerging. Geomaterials were among first materials exploited, processed by man. They helped development technological artistic skills humankind....
We report an ongoing measles outbreak in Greece. The first cases were notified through the mandatory notification system on May 2017 Northern Greece and concerned a cluster of three imported unvaccinated Roma siblings. So far, 3150 have been reported all 13 Regions. Initially, mainly affected Greek but as it progressed spread to non-minority nationals. reached its ultimate peak week 10/2018 from 15/2018 has gradually declining. Most (60.6%) (especially children <10 year-old) followed by...
The RILEM TC ASC-271 is developing a new laboratory test to assess the durability of porous building materials salt crystallisation. encompasses two phases: accumulation and damage propagation. This paper focuses on designing procedure for phase; this considered successful when salts crystallise at material's evaporative surface (common situation observed site) without occurrence damage. Two procedures were developed tested limestones with different porosity: (1) capillary absorption...
Background. Influenza is associated with an increased risk for serious illness, hospitalization, and mortality in infants aged <6 months. However, influenza vaccines are not licensed administration this age group. The study evaluated the effectiveness of postpartum vaccination mothers household members infants.
This paper demonstrates the application of in situ diagnostic tools to document stone heritage sites prior conservation interventions using a Medieval ruin Central Europe (Székesfehérvár, Hungary). The applied methods included lithological mapping and characterisation decay forms as well measurements physical parameters such Schmidt hammer rebound, moisture content micro-drilling resistance. combination these allowed condition assessment different lithotypes demonstrated role micro-fabric,...
Phase Change Materials (PCMs) have the ability to absorb and release thermal energy, in form of latent heat, during melting or solidifying processes respectively. Thus, they may be used as additives production thermally efficient composite building materials, such plasters. This paper focuses on design PCM-enhanced lime plasters with significantly low conductivity increased specific heat capacity. The aforementioned are appropriate for application southern European climatic conditions. Due...
Abstract Natural stone was the primary building material in Cyprus past. Nowadays, its use is mostly confined to decorative purposes and restoration projects. This study represents first thorough systematic investigation of characteristics local carbonate stone. The variety results recorded highlights complexity this natural geomaterial and, hence, particular attention needed before selecting appropriate lithotype construction practice. Stones coming from same geological formation exhibit...
A critical aspect of human space exploration and eventual settlement is the ability to construct habitats while minimizing payload mass launched from Earth. To respond this challenge, we have proposed use fungal bio-composites for growing extra-terrestrial structures, directly at destination, significantly lowering structural materials transported Earth need high robotic operations infrastructure preparations. Throughout history, construction has used biologically produced materials, bone...
To assess the impact of intervention on antibiotic misuse in children, parents' and pediatricians' knowledge, attitudes, practices (KAP) concerning use were evaluated pre- postintervention Larnaca (Cyprus) Limassol (Cyprus). Concurrently, pediatricians documented upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) visits pharmacists provided consumption data. Intervention was implemented for parents residing Larnaca. The consumption/URTI incidence index significantly reduced but not Limassol. Parental...
Aim: To study the experience of Greek pediatricians with parents who refuse their children's vaccination and attitudes towards vaccinations.Study Design: Nation-wide questionnaire-based survey conducted from February through May