Assist. Prof. Dr. Nikos Loukeris | Econometrics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Prof. at University of West Attica & Princeton University,Greece

Dr. Nikolaos Loukeris is a highly accomplished academic and researcher specializing in finance, computational intelligence, and maritime education. As an Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of West Attica and a Visiting Professor of Shipping at the Hellenic Open University, Dr. Loukeris is also the Internships Supervisor in Athens-UniWA and collaborates with Princeton University. His numerous international speaking engagements, significant roles in academic conferences, and reputable publications reflect a strong dedication to advancing interdisciplinary research in finance, artificial intelligence, and maritime studies.

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Education🎓

Dr. Loukeris’s academic journey is a testament to his commitment to interdisciplinary expertise. He earned his Ph.D. in Financial Engineering with a specialization in Computational Intelligence from the University of Macedonia in Greece (2015). Prior to this, he was a Doctorate Research Associate at the Athens University of Economics and Business, where he focused on Accounting and Finance, and at Democritus University of Thrace, specializing in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He also holds an MSc in Computational Finance from the University of Essex in the UK and an MPhil in Engineering Management from the Technical University of Crete. Dr. Loukeris’s foundational studies include a Degree (Ptychio) in Economic Sciences from the University of Crete and an Integrated Masters with a specialty in Mechanical Engineering and Production Engineering from the Technical University of Crete. This extensive educational background supports his pioneering work in finance and computational applications.

Experience💼

Dr. Loukeris brings over two decades of experience in academia and industry, with roles across prestigious institutions worldwide. He is currently an Assistant Professor at the University of West Attica and serves as a Visiting Professor of Shipping at the Hellenic Open University. His previous teaching appointments include positions at the University of Cyprus, Hellenic Naval Academy, and University of South Wales. He has also worked with Lloyd’s in London, leading research projects on Artificial Intelligence applications in shipping. Additionally, Dr. Loukeris has served on various academic committees and as a speaker at global conferences, covering AI and finance, with contributions in IEEE symposiums and other major forums. His professional background extends to military service as an Officer Engineer and roles in finance and engineering consulting, illustrating his diverse expertise. He has shaped innovative programs in finance, shipping, and computational intelligence across academic and industry settings.

Research Interest📊🔍

Dr. Loukeris’s research is at the forefront of finance and computational intelligence, with an emphasis on artificial intelligence applications in finance and maritime industries. His work explores predictive models, hybrid meta-heuristic approaches, and AI-driven optimization for customer satisfaction in shipping. Dr. Loukeris also investigates the integration of autonomous systems within maritime operations, studying the effects of AI and augmented reality (AR) on the future of shipping. His interest in computational intelligence extends to financial engineering, where he has contributed to methodologies for analyzing complex financial systems and market dynamics. Through his role as a researcher and conference speaker, he addresses crucial topics like ethical considerations in AI and the practical implications of AI for global shipping. Dr. Loukeris’s work has broad applications, influencing policy and practices within finance, shipping, and artificial intelligence, cementing his role as a leading figure in interdisciplinary finance research.

Awards and Honors 🏅

Dr. Nikolaos Loukeris has received numerous honors throughout his career. His academic excellence has been recognized through invitations to speak at prestigious conferences worldwide, including the 6th International Conference on Business Economics and Finance in China and the IEEE European Conference on Electrical & Computer Science in Switzerland. He also serves as a distinguished panelist for the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers and was recognized for outstanding tutoring by Lloyd’s. His excellence in teaching was highlighted through high student evaluations for his Computational Finance course at the Athens University of Economics and Business. Additional distinctions include scholarships awarded by the State Scholarships Foundation of Greece, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and the European University Institute in Florence. Dr. Loukeris was a Business Attaché on a trade mission with the Greek President, further emphasizing his impact in academia, industry, and government.

Conclusion

Dr. Nikolaos Loukeris’s distinguished career in finance, computational intelligence, and maritime research positions him as an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His extensive accomplishments, leadership in academia, and commitment to educational excellence demonstrate the qualities and achievements this award celebrates. Recognizing his contributions would honor his innovative research and dedication to the fields of finance, artificial intelligence, and maritime studies.

Publications top noted 📖

A numerical evaluation of meta-heuristic techniques in portfolio optimisation
Authors: N Loukeris, D Donelly, A Khuman, Y Peng
Citations: 49
Year: 2009

Corporate financial evaluation and bankruptcy prediction implementing artificial intelligence methods
Authors: N Loukeris, N Matsatsinis
Citations: 33
Year: 2006

An empirical evaluation of CAPM’s validity in the British stock exchange
Authors: L Nikolaos
Citations: 26
Year: 2009

Further Higher Moments in Portfolio Selection and A Priori Detection of Bankruptcy, Under Multi‐layer Perceptron Neural Networks, Hybrid Neuro‐genetic MLPs …
Authors: N Loukeris, I Eleftheriadis
Citations: 22
Year: 2015

Radial basis functions networks to hybrid neuro-genetic RBFNs in financial evaluation of corporations
Authors: L Nikolaos
Citations: 21
Year: 2008

Bankruptcy prediction into hybrids of time lag recurrent networks with genetic optimisation, multi layer perceptrons neural nets, and Bayesian logistic regression
Authors: N Loukeris, I Eleftheriadis
Citations: 16
Year: 2012

Customer satisfaction prediction in the shipping industry with hybrid meta-heuristic approaches
Authors: S Bekiros, N Loukeris, N Matsatsinis, F Bezzina
Citations: 13
Year: 2019

Tail-related risk measurement and forecasting in equity markets
Authors: S Bekiros, N Loukeris, I Eleftheriadis, C Avdoulas
Citations: 13
Year: 2019

Hybrid neuro-genetic systems as effective analysis schemes of financial and accounting statements
Authors: N Loukeris, N Matsatsinis
Citations: 11
Year: 2006

Optimal asset allocation in radial basis functions networks and hybrid neuro-genetic RBFNs to TLRNs MLPs and bayesian logistic regression
Authors: N Loukeris, E Livanis, I Eleftheriadis
Citations: 10
Year: 2014

A novel approach on hybrid Support Vector Machines into optimal portfolio selection
Authors: N Loukeris, I Eleftheriadis, E Livanis
Citations: 10
Year: 2013

Default prediction and Bankruptcy hazard analysis into recurrent neuro-genetic hybrid networks to AdaBoost M1 regression and logistic regression models in finance
Authors: L Nikolaos, E Iordanis
Citations: 10
Year: 2010

Portfolio selection in hybrid Radial Basis Functions
Authors: N Loukeris, I Eleftheriadis, E Livanis
Citations: 9
Year: 2014

Optimal Portfolio selection under a new perspective of the Three Factor Model
Authors: N Loukeris, X Wang, I Eleftheriadis
Citations: 8
Year: 2010

Nikos Loukeris | Econometrics | Best Researcher Award