Dr. Nikolaos Paterakis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nikolaos Paterakis is an Associate Professor in the Power System Optimization and Electricity Markets research group at the Department of Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research interests include optimization, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing applied to power system and electricity market problems. He has co-authored more than 130 publications on these topics, focusing on integrating data-driven, scalable, risk-aware optimization techniques in power systems to enhance resilience and enable new electricity market frameworks and operational procedures. He employs operations research methods and emerging computing technologies to address industry-relevant challenges in a synergistic manner.

Research Interests

Power System Optimization Electricity Markets Artificial Intelligence Quantum Computing

Experience

Assistant Professor

2017-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Appointed Assistant Professor in the Power System Optimization and Electricity Markets research group.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2015-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Worked in the Department of Electrical Engineering.

Lecturer

2013-09-01 — 2015-01-01

University of Beira Interior • Covilhã, Portugal

Joined the Department of Electromechanical Engineering.

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

Specific departments like Industrial Design require a portfolio. Programs like Data Science and AI require a GRE-General test for certain international backgrounds.