South-East European Research Centre (SEERC)

We are excited to announce the first episode of GEO-POWER Talks, where an expert panel examines the latest EU enlargement reports. The discussion sheds light on the political dynamics of the accession process, its relevance today, and detailed insights on countries such as Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo, Albania, and more.

As part of the MentBEST project, Ana Vivas shares insights on depression and mental health and prevention as a guest on “Τα Podcast του Αλέξη.”

Explore updates from South East European Research Centre (SEERC) on our newest edition!

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Professor Anthony (Tony) Crook, CBE an esteemed academic and visionary who played an instrumental role in the conception and establishment of our research center.

We are excited to invite you to the NebulOuS Webinar Series, a unique opportunity to explore the project’s pilot use cases, hear from the winners of Open Call 1, and discuss market exploitation opportunities in the field of cloud and edge computing. Additionally, get insights into our upcoming Open Call 2, which offers €700,000 in funding for 5 innovative teams!

Learn about the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in everyday life at the 12th Thessaloniki International Symposium in World Affairs, on Sunday, 1 December, at Olympion.

SEERC is pleased to share the launch of the NebulOuS Webinar Series, “From Pilots to Market—Innovating Cloud and Edge Computing.” This series, hosted by the NebulOuS project, will span three interactive sessions aimed at showcasing innovative advancements in cloud and edge computing while bridging research and market applications.

Πάνω από 100 άτομα συμμετείχαν ενεργά στην τελετή έναρξης, αναδεικνύοντας τη σημασία της συνεργασίας για την υποστήριξη της ψυχικής υγείας των παιδιών και των νέων.

Σας προσκαλούμε σε μια σημαντική εκδήλωση για την ψυχική υγεία στα πλαίσια του Ευρωπαϊκού Ερευνητικού Προγράμματος MENTBEST, με ομιλίες, βιωματικές ιστορίες και αυτοσχεδιαστικό θέατρο που θα εμπνεύσουν και θα ανοίξουν νέους δρόμους σκέψης!

On 18 October 2024, SEERC hosted the Kickoff Event for the LISTEN Project at CITY College in Thessaloniki. The event brought together partners from Greece, Bulgaria, Italy, and Portugal to foster collaboration and develop plans for promoting social inclusion across Europe.

As part of the GEO-POWER-EU project, SEERC is contributing to a series of Twitter Spaces discussions on EU enlargement and security in the Western Balkans and Eastern Neighbourhood. These sessions will highlight findings from the GEO-POWER-EU project and feature experts from across the region.

SEERC is proud to stand behind the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) programme, a vital EU initiative designed to uphold and advance the core principles of equality, rights, and democratic values across Europe. Launched in 2021 for a seven-year period, CERV operates as part of the EU's Justice, Rights and Values Fund, working to ensure that European societies remain inclusive, open, and rights-based.

We’re excited to announce the launch of the INSPIRE project! Funded by the Horizon Europe programme, INSPIRE will support rural communities by empowering vulnerable groups through social entrepreneurship and improving access to social services.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the official GEO-POWER-EU project website!

Join us for the Transnational Collaboration Meetup in Thessaloniki to explore participatory approaches in community engagement across Greece, Italy, Portugal, and Bulgaria. Connect, collaborate, and co-create pathways for inclusive interventions.

R-Map's first semester meeting at the University of Twente saw project partners review progress and collaborate on the R-Map Integrated Assessment Framework, setting a strong foundation for future work on remote work’s impact on urban-rural communities.

Explore how NGOs and funding organisations can address the needs of vulnerable groups to enhance funding opportunities and support sustainable transitions. Register now to be part of the discussion.

Congratulations to Dimitris Pappas, who had his viva on Friday, 26 July and was awarded the PhD subject to revisions. Congratulations also to Dimitri’s supervisors, Prof George Eleftherakis and Prof Guy Brown for their great work and support

Στο πλαίσιο του ερευνητικού έργου με τίτλο MENTBEST (Protecting Mental Health in Times of Change - MENTBEST) το Κέντρο Ερευνών Νοτιοανατολικής Ευρώπης/South East European Research Center (South-East European Research Centre (SEERC) αναζητά για συνεργασία Γενικούς Ιατρούς, Ψυχιάτρους και Κλινικούς Ψυχολόγους ως εκπαιδευτές σε μια παρέμβαση βασισμένη στην κοινότητα για την αντιμετώπιση της κατάθλιψης και της αυτοκτινικής συμπεριφοράς στο Δήμο Θεσσαλονίκης.

We are excited to announce that the latest edition of the SEERC Newsletter is now available! This issue is packed with updates on our recent research projects, events, new partnerships, and achievements.

The 6th Migration Summer School, focusing on global displacement, human rights, and unequal development, concluded successfully today at CITY College, University of York Europe Campus.

We are delighted to host the "Remote Work and Green Transition" Forum on July 5, 2024, at 11:30 AM EEST. Join us online to explore the impact of remote work on territorial development, environmental sustainability, and the rural-urban divide.

The 6th Migration Summer School commenced yesterday at CITY College, University of York Europe Campus in Thessaloniki, with an engaging introductory day. Participants are set for an enriching experience filled with learning, networking, and exploration.

We are proud to recognize Anastasios Ntabizas for his significant contributions in advancing AI education within the business sector in Northern Greece through two impactful presentations this June.

ΔΙΑΚΗΡΥΞΗ ΑΝΟΙΚΤΟΥ ΣΥΝΟΠΤΙΚΟΥ ΔΙΑΓΩΝΙΣΜΟΥ ΓΙΑ ΤΟ ΕΡΓΟ: Διεξαγωγή έρευνας στον πληθυσμό με θέμα: Οι αλλαγές στη γνώση και τις στάσεις σχετικά με την κατάθλιψη πριν και μετά την Παρέμβαση 4 επιπέδων με βάση την κοινότητα της Ευρωπαϊκής Συμμαχίας κατά της Κατάθλιψης.