Assosiate Professor at Democritus University of Thrace, Greece.
Dr. Panagiota Papadopoulou is an accomplished physicist and Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Institute of Technology, Greece. Born in Drama, Greece, in 1970, she holds a Ph.D. in Microelectronics and specializes in semiconductor device design, simulation, and fabrication. With over two decades of academic and scientific contributions, Dr. Papadopoulou has taught a wide range of subjects from electronics to electromagnetics. Her research focuses on microelectronic and optoelectronic devices. She is widely respected for her expertise in photodiodes and semiconductor modeling. Known for her dedication to education and research, she actively mentors students and contributes to scientific development in microelectronics and applied physics, making her a valuable asset to the academic community.
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🏆 Suitability for the Best Researcher Award :
Dr. Panagiota Papadopoulou is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to her extensive and impactful work in semiconductor device modeling, fabrication, and characterization. Her academic background and practical contributions have advanced knowledge in microelectronics and optoelectronic devices. She has consistently demonstrated a high level of academic excellence through research, teaching, and mentoring. Her interdisciplinary expertise, combining physics and electrical engineering, enables innovative exploration in photodiodes and optoelectronic applications. With over 20 years of teaching and research experience and a Ph.D. focused on silicon-based semiconductor devices, Dr. Papadopoulou exemplifies the qualities of a leading researcher contributing to both academic advancement and applied science, especially within the field of microelectronics and electronic materials.
🎓 Education :
Dr. Papadopoulou holds a solid academic foundation in physics and microelectronics. She earned her B.Sc. in Physics from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 1993, followed by an M.Sc. in Electronic Physics (Radioelectrology) in 1996 from the same university. In 2002, she obtained her Ph.D. in Microelectronics from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Democritus University of Thrace, Greece. Her doctoral research titled “Design, Fabrication, Characterization, and Simulation of Silicon p⁺np Bulk-Barrier Diodes” was conducted in the Laboratory of Electrical and Electronic Materials Technology. Her educational pathway reflects a deep integration of theoretical knowledge and applied semiconductor technology, preparing her for a prolific academic and research career in microelectronics and optoelectronics.
🏢 Work Experience :
Dr. Papadopoulou has over three decades of academic and research experience. She began her teaching career in 1993 and has held positions from Lecturer (2003–2012) to Assistant Professor (2012–present) at the Technological Educational Institute of Kavala, which later became the Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Institute of Technology. She has taught a broad range of undergraduate courses, including Physics, Electromagnetic Theory, Electronics, Microprocessors, and Circuit Analysis. Her hands-on laboratory instruction enhances student learning in Digital Electronics and Microcomputers. Dr. Papadopoulou’s professional journey combines robust teaching experience with cutting-edge research in microelectronic devices, making her a dedicated educator and an influential contributor to the field of electrical and electronic engineering.
Awards and Honors :
While specific awards and honors are not explicitly listed, Dr. Panagiota Papadopoulou’s long-standing academic appointments and continuous progression in academia—from Lecturer to Assistant Professor—indicate recognition of her expertise and contributions. Her selection for a permanent faculty position in the Department of Electrical Engineering and her sustained involvement in research and advanced teaching highlight institutional trust and academic excellence. Her doctoral research in microelectronics and continued engagement in scientific research suggest she may have received acknowledgments or internal distinctions related to teaching quality or research performance. Given her established career, she remains a strong candidate for formal research recognition such as the Best Researcher Award, which would affirm her impactful academic and scientific contributions.
🔬 Research Focus :
Dr. Papadopoulou’s research is centered on semiconductor device modeling, simulation, and fabrication, with particular emphasis on microelectronic and optoelectronic devices. Her expertise includes the study and development of photodiodes, optoelectronic semiconductor structures, and the physical behavior of electrical and optical semiconductor systems. Her Ph.D. research laid the groundwork for innovations in silicon p⁺np bulk-barrier diodes, and she continues to explore advanced characterization methods for electronic materials. By integrating simulation tools with experimental fabrication, she contributes to the development of next-generation semiconductor technologies. Her research intersects applied physics and engineering, supporting practical advancements in electronics, sensors, and photonic systems. This solid and forward-looking research foundation highlights her leadership in microelectronic systems research.
📘 Simulation and Experimental Results on the Switching Behaviour of Bulk-Barrier Diodes
📅 Year: 2002 | 🔁 Cited by: 10 | 🧪📊
📘 A Model for the DC Electrical Behavior of Bulk-Barrier Diodes
📅 Year: 2001 | 🔁 Cited by: 10 | 📐⚡
📘 An Extensive Study of the Photocurrent Amplification Mechanism of Silicon Bulk-Barrier Diodes Based on Simulation and Experimental Results
📅 Year: 2002 | 🔁 Cited by: 9 | 🌞🔍📈
📘 Multi-Soliton Solutions and Data-Driven Discovery of Higher-Order Burgers’ Hierarchy Equations with Physics Informed Neural Networks
📅 Year: 2025 | 🔁 Cited by: 5 | 🤖📶🌊
📘 A Study of the Optical Response Speed of Silicon Bulk-Barrier Photodiodes Based on Simulation Results
📅 Year: 2007 | 🔁 Cited by: 3 | 🔦⚡🖥️
📘 Study of the Electrical Behavior of Metal/a-SiC:H/poly-Si(n) Structure Using Simulation
📅 Year: 2015 | 🔁 Cited by: 1 | 🔋🔍💻
📘 Chaotic Behavior of the Forward IV Characteristic of the Al/a-SiC:H/c-Si(n) Heterojunction
📅 Year: 2012 | 🔁 Cited by: 1 | 🔁📉🌀