R&D Director Dr. Dimitrios Niarchos Elected A’ Vice President of the Hellenic Physical Society

Athens, Greece — October 24, 2025

AMEN New Technologies is proud to announce the election of its R&D Director, Dr. Dimitrios Niarchos, as the A’ Vice President of the Hellenic Physical Society (Ελληνική Εταιρεία Φυσικής) for the new governing term. The Hellenic Physical Society (HPS), one of Greece’s oldest scientific organizations dedicated to the advancement of physics research and education, officially announced the results on its website: www.eef.gr.

Dr. Niarchos’ election reflects his longstanding contribution to Materials Science, Magnetism, Nanotechnology, and Research & Innovation Policy in Greece and internationally. His appointment strengthens the strategic link between high-level research, academic excellence, and industrial technological development at national and European level.

About Dr. Dimitrios Niarchos

Dr. Dimitrios Niarchos is R&D Director of AMEN New Technologies and Emeritus Researcher of the Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (INN) at NCSR “Demokritos”. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of Athens and an MBA in R&D Management from Loyola University (USA).

He has served in major academic and national leadership roles, including:

• Director of the Institute of Materials Science at NCSR “Demokritos” (1994–1999)

• Vice President of NCSR “Demokritos” (1996–1999)

• President and Director General of NCSR “Demokritos” (2005–2010)

Dr. Niarchos has authored over 500 scientific publications, with >10500 citations (h-index 48 and holds 7 patents. He has coordinated more than 35 national and European research projects, trained 23 PhD researchers, and served as advisor to the European Commission, NATO, and the Greek State on research and innovation policy.

His scientific contributions include:

• Development of bulk and thin-film magnetic and superconducting materials

• Leadership in high-entropy alloy research for next-generation permanent magnets

• Establishment of the Science & Technology Park “Lefkippos”, advancing innovation and entrepreneurship in Greece.

Statement from AMEN New Technologies

“We extend our warmest congratulations to Dr. Niarchos. His election is a recognition of his scientific leadership, integrity, and lasting contribution to the national and international research community. His new role will further reinforce the dialogue between academia, research centers, and innovative industry in Greece.”

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