Geodynamics

Paraskevi Nomikou

Paraskevi (Evi) Nomikou is a Marine Geologist and Associate Professor of Physical Geography and Geological Oceanography at the Faculty of Geology and Geo-Environment, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has created an extensive scientific network among Universities and Research Centers worldwide by having participated in more than 90 scientific oceanographic cruises in the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean. She has authored and coauthored more than 340 papers in scientific journals. She is considered an expert in the design and execution of oceanographic expeditions mainly for underwater mapping and tectonics, and geohazards assessment (underwater volcanoes, active faults, landslides, tsunamis). She was born in Santorini and during the last two decades she has been intensively focused on the study of the volcanic field of Santorini both onshore and offshore, and more specifically on monitoring Kolumbo submarine volcano (7 km NE of Santorini).

Exploring Kolumbo: Unveiling the Secrets of a Submarine Volcano

Paraskevi Nomikou and edited by Kleoniki (Lydia) Theodoridou September 20, 2023

(Photo: Sergio Sciré Scappuzzo)

Santorini Island without a doubt is one of the top worldwide destinations, taking our breath away with its unparalleled beauty. However, from the geological perspective as well, this mystifying island can reveal hidden secrets of the past and pave the way for our future. In this week’s blog, Associate Professor Paraskevi Nomikou, the 2023 awardee of EGU’s Geoscience Days Grant from the National an ...[Read More]