MemberMichaelTsikerdekis(he/his/him)

A native of Greece, Michail Tsikerdekis was born in a small town in northwestern Greece, surrounded by mountains and snow. He earned his undergraduate degree from Aristotle University in Thessaloniki, Greece and his Ph.D. from Masaryk University in Brno, Czechia. He has served as a professor in Computer Science and related fields for over 10 years and he is currently an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA, USA. He has written academic peer-reviewed papers and books and is also an IEEE Senior Member, a distinction that reflects his commitment to excellence in his profession. He recently started venturing into fiction writing and his stories he hopes to promote diversity and inclusivity and inspire readers to imagine a world where everyone is accepted and empowered to pursue their dreams. In addition to his academic and professional achievements, Michail Tsikerdekis is a proud family man who values spending time with his wife and children. He enjoys taking them on outdoor adventures, whether it's hiking in the mountains, or exploring new places. Michail believes that being in nature is not only a great way to stay active and healthy, but also a wonderful opportunity to bond with loved ones and create lasting memories. He hopes to instill a love of the outdoors in his children and inspire them to appreciate the natural world around them.