On April 9, 2025, Professor Efthimios Kaxiras from Harvard University was officially named an Honorary Professor of the Department of Physics of the University of Crete in a ceremony held at Voutes Campus, Heraklion.

The honorary title was awarded in recognition of his important scientific work in condensed matter physics, his research on two-dimensional materials, and his groundbreaking contributions to computational physics.

Prof. Kaxiras’ research is internationally respected, and he has played a key role in educating and mentoring young scientists both in Greece and abroad.