Inspiring the Next Generation: ERATOSTHENES CoE Visits Schools in Limassol

Inspiring the Next Generation: ERATOSTHENES CoE Visits Schools in Limassol

As part of the European Researchers’ Night 2025 activities, organized under the auspices of the Research and Innovation Foundation (Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας – ΙδΕΚ), Mr.Orestis Livadiotis from the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence visited the Gymnasium of Linopetra and the Lyceum of Agios Nikolaos in Limassol as part of the European Cities Day on the 31st of October.

The visits aimed to inspire students and raise awareness about the vital role of Earth Observation, air quality monitoring, and environmental research in understanding and protecting our planet. Through interactive presentations and real-life examples from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). Mr. Livadiotis demonstrated how satellite and ground-based data are used to monitor dust events, pollution, and climate impacts over Cyprus and the wider Eastern Mediterranean region.

These outreach activities reflect the ERATOSTHENES CoE’s commitment to fostering scientific curiosity and promoting STEM education among young Cypriots, encouraging them to explore future careers in Earth Observation, Big Earth Data Analytics, and environmental science.

The Centre extends its warm thanks to the teachers and students of both schools for their hospitality, enthusiasm, and active participation — truly embodying the spirit of the European Researchers’ Night!