SEL–NTUA Presents EU Projects at the EULiST Summer School
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The Sanitary Engineering Laboratory of the National Technical University of Athens (SEL–NTUA) participated in the EULiST European University Summer School on “Knowledge Graphs for Water Management”, hosted by Leibniz Universität Hannover from 13 to 19 September 2026.
SEL–NTUA was represented by PhD candidates Penelope Papadopoulou, Maria Kalli and Zois Gravanis, who took part in an intensive week of learning, knowledge exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Throughout the programme, participants explored how Knowledge Graphs, semantic technologies and Artificial Intelligence can support the integration, interpretation and management of complex water-related data.
The Summer School combined theoretical learning with hands-on project work and discussions, highlighting how emerging digital technologies can connect scientific research with real-world water management challenges.
During the programme, the three SEL–NTUA PhD candidates presented several projects reflecting the Laboratory’s work in the fields of water resilience, circular economy and innovative water management.
Penelope Papadopoulou had the opportunity to present NURISH EU Project and HYDROUSA project to her fellow participants. NURISH focuses on strengthening climate resilience in rural and small urban communities through Nature-based Solutions, digital innovation and circular economy approaches. HYDROUSA’s aim is to revolutionize the water supply chain in the Mediterranean, close the water loops and boost the agricultural and energy profile through the demonstration of innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment and
management.
Zois Gravanis presented EPIHEIRO KYKLIKA and THESEUS. His contribution focused on his ongoing doctoral research into the thermochemical valorisation of sewage sludge within THESEUS, while also introducing the project’s broader scope in water reuse, resource recovery and circularity. Maria Kalli presented her PhD research on antimicrobial resistance in wastewater, alongside the AQUAMAN and BOOST-IN projects, highlighting water reuse, circular water management, nature-based solutions, and risk management.
The presentations provided an opportunity to explore their research and projects from a new perspective and to reflect on how Knowledge Graphs and other emerging digital approaches could support the development, integration and scaling of more resilient and sustainable water systems.
An especially valuable aspect of the Summer School was the interaction among participants from different academic and professional backgrounds. The programme created a productive environment for exchanging knowledge, discussing ongoing research and identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
SEL–NTUA warmly thanks the organisers, mentors and all participants for an inspiring and productive week.
