In this episode, Chief Scientist of the Republic of Cyprus & Chairman of Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας/ Research and Innovation Foundation, Demetris Skourides, joins Dinos Michalides to reveal how Cyprus is positioning itself as a bold, innovation-driven hub for startups, investors, and researchers. They discuss how the Research and Innovation Foundation is empowering young scientists, creating incentives for entrepreneurship, and building seamless digital services powered by human-centered AI.

From gender-balanced research programs to an ambitious five-year national plan, this conversation highlights the deep transformation taking place across Cyprus in technology, accessibility, and opportunity.