Directorate of Research Support and Documentation
Deputy Director: Konstantina Dimou
Tel.: +302107491604
The Directorate of Research Support and Documentation plays a crucial role in facilitating, supporting and promoting research activities in EKKE. Some of the key responsibilities of the Directorate include: a. Scientific support for research projects, b. Identification of funding opportunities, c. Dissemination of research findings to the public, d. Collaboration with other Organizations, e. Providing access to library and other research materials relevant to the research areas of the Center.
Structure of the Directorate of Research Support and Documentation
Department of Liaisons, Communication and Dissemination
The main activities of the Department of Liaisons, Communication and Dissemination are:
• Identification of funding opportunities for research projects.
• Dissemination of research findings to the public by social media, blogs and EKKE's newsletter in a clear and engaging way.
• Building of EKKE's public relations with the media, stakeholders and the public.
• Coordination of the research center's activities.
Staff:
Caterina Savva, Tel.: +302107491707, e-mail: ksavva-at-ekke.gr
The main activities of the Department of Liaisons, Communication and Dissemination are:
• Identification of funding opportunities for research projects.
• Dissemination of research findings to the public by social media, blogs and EKKE's newsletter in a clear and engaging way.
• Building of EKKE's public relations with the media, stakeholders and the public.
• Coordination of the research center's activities.
Staff:
Caterina Savva, Tel.: +302107491707, e-mail: ksavva-at-ekke.gr
Maria Topali, Tel.: +302107491626, e-mail: mtopali-at-ekke.gr
Irini Kosma, Tel .: +302107491678, e-mail: ekosma-at-ekke.gr
Department of IT Applications and Research Technology Assistance
Principal tasks performed by the Department of IT Applications and Research Technology Assistance:
• To lead in the development of information and new technologies infrastructure, as well as to ensure their uninhibited function
• To assist EKKE’s staff members and services in using Information Technology systems.
• To be in charge of the Center's online presence in terms of content and software support, as well as provide statistical support for the conduct of research projects and studies.
• To actively engage in research on method development and data processing, as well as the methodological and technical support of EKKE's research work.
Staff:
Cristina Frentzou, tel.:+30 2107491654, e-mail: cfredzu-at-ekke.gr
Deputy Director- Department of IT Applications and Research Technology Assistance
Irini Kosma, Tel .: +302107491678, e-mail: ekosma-at-ekke.gr
Department of IT Applications and Research Technology Assistance
Principal tasks performed by the Department of IT Applications and Research Technology Assistance:
• To lead in the development of information and new technologies infrastructure, as well as to ensure their uninhibited function
• To assist EKKE’s staff members and services in using Information Technology systems.
• To be in charge of the Center's online presence in terms of content and software support, as well as provide statistical support for the conduct of research projects and studies.
• To actively engage in research on method development and data processing, as well as the methodological and technical support of EKKE's research work.
Staff:
Cristina Frentzou, tel.:+30 2107491654, e-mail: cfredzu-at-ekke.gr
Deputy Director- Department of IT Applications and Research Technology Assistance
Polyxeni Dimitropoulou, tel: +302107491688, email: pdimitropoulou-at-ekke.gr
Department of Library, Documentation and Publications
Main activities in the Department of Library, Documentation and Publications:
• Acquisition and Management of Research Materials: The department is responsible for acquiring and managing a collection of books, journals, and other research materials relevant to the research areas of the center. This includes cataloging and organizing materials - according to international standards - and ensuring that they are easily accessible to researchers.
• Collaboration: The Department collaborates with other specialized libraries and Scientific Institutions and Organizations for better utilization of available resources.
• Information Literacy Training: The department provides information literacy training to researchers, helping them develop the skills needed to locate and use research materials effectively. This includes training on database searching, citation management and source evaluation.
• Publication Management and Editorial Services: The department manages the Center's publication process, including reviewing, editing, formatting and publishing books, research articles, reports and other materials. It also provides editorial services to researchers to ensure accuracy, clarity and adherence to publication standards.
• Open Access: The department supports the Center's open access initiatives, ensuring that research publications are made available online and are freely accessible to the public.
• Publicity and Promotion: The department promotes research publications through various channels, such as press releases, social media, newsletters and websites.
• Distribution: The department manages the distribution of research publications to targeted audiences, including researchers, policymakers and the general public.
Staff:
Konstantina Dimou, Tel.: +302107491604, e-mail: kdimou-at-ekke.gr
Panagiota Tsana, Tel.:+30 2107491705, e-mail: ekosma-at-ekke.gr
Department of Library, Documentation and Publications
Main activities in the Department of Library, Documentation and Publications:
• Acquisition and Management of Research Materials: The department is responsible for acquiring and managing a collection of books, journals, and other research materials relevant to the research areas of the center. This includes cataloging and organizing materials - according to international standards - and ensuring that they are easily accessible to researchers.
• Collaboration: The Department collaborates with other specialized libraries and Scientific Institutions and Organizations for better utilization of available resources.
• Information Literacy Training: The department provides information literacy training to researchers, helping them develop the skills needed to locate and use research materials effectively. This includes training on database searching, citation management and source evaluation.
• Publication Management and Editorial Services: The department manages the Center's publication process, including reviewing, editing, formatting and publishing books, research articles, reports and other materials. It also provides editorial services to researchers to ensure accuracy, clarity and adherence to publication standards.
• Open Access: The department supports the Center's open access initiatives, ensuring that research publications are made available online and are freely accessible to the public.
• Publicity and Promotion: The department promotes research publications through various channels, such as press releases, social media, newsletters and websites.
• Distribution: The department manages the distribution of research publications to targeted audiences, including researchers, policymakers and the general public.
Staff:
Konstantina Dimou, Tel.: +302107491604, e-mail: kdimou-at-ekke.gr
Panagiota Tsana, Tel.:+30 2107491705, e-mail: ekosma-at-ekke.gr
Contact
National Centre for Social Research
Directorate of Scientific Information and Publications
9 Kratinou & Athinas Str., 10552 Athens