New Publication: Dr. Maria Papadopoulou Contributes to Collective Volume on Research, Technology, and Innovation
Announcement of the new collective volume “Research, Technology and Innovation” published by Propobos Publications. The volume features a contribution by Dr. Maria Papadopoulou, Assistant Professor of Digital Humanities and Classics at the University of Crete and Director of the TALOS Lab.
TALOS Short Program-Diploma in DH: 2026–2027 Winter Semester Launch
The Short Program–Diploma in Digital Humanities (DH) is running for its 4th year (academic year 2026–2027), delivered by the Department of Philology of the University of Crete within the framework of the TALOS project. Open to students from all Departments (from the 3rd semester onwards). Submit your Expression of Interest by 20/07/2026.
Methodology of Formally Representing Genre Terminology in Archaic Greek Lyric
On May 29–30, 2026, TALOS Lab member Rafail Giannadakis participated online in the international Romanian Colloquium, presenting a paper on the methodology of formally representing genre terminology in archaic Greek lyric. Using ALyrA (Archaic Lyrical Agora) as a case study, the talk discussed how the ontoterminology paradigm, TEDI software, and formalization function as a philological method to organize uncertainty.
TALOS at ISTAL27: Analyzing Literacy Models in Greek L1 Curricula Through NLP
TALOS Lab member Evangelos Katis attended the 27th International Symposium on Theoretical and Applied Linguistics (ISTAL27) in Thessaloniki to present a co-authored study by Evangelos Katis, Eleni Katsarou, Maria Tzanaki, and Eirini Daskalaki. The research utilizes Natural Language Processing (NLP) tools to analyze autonomous versus ideological literacy frameworks within the 2023 Greek L1 Curricula.
TALOS AI4SSH Lab Visits Schools in Heraklion: Shaping the Future of AI Education
As part of its commitment to accessible, human-centric AI education, the TALOS AI4SSH Lab visited the 2nd Laboratory Center and the 5th EPAL of Heraklion. The visits focused on the rapid transformation of AI, its benefits for educators, and the critical necessity for responsible use guidelines.
The Faculty of Letters at Rethymno Garden: TALOS AI4SSH Participations
On May 16, 2026, the Faculty of Letters of the University of Crete moved outdoors to the Rethymno Municipal Garden, bridging academic research with the local community. The TALOS AI4SSH project was there, demonstrating how modern technologies are transforming traditional fields of humanities.
Visit of MA Students in Classical Studies to the TALOS Lab
On April 27, 2026, the TALOS Lab welcomed graduate students from the MA in Classical Studies (University of Crete) for a discussion on the intersection of Digital Humanities and Classical Studies.
Discover our MOOC: Artificial Intelligence for the Humanities and Social Sciences
An open-access MOOC designed for humanists and social scientists to explore Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Graphs, and NLP tools. Developed by the TALOS–AI4SSH Lab, this course provides a structured path to building FAIR datasets and applying semantic technologies in research, with no prior technical background required.
Easter wishes from TALOS AI4SSH!
The TALOS–AI4SSH Lab sends its warmest wishes for a restful and peaceful Easter break. We wish our entire community a season filled with renewal, health, and inspiration.
Talos at the 6th International Conference “Literacies and Contemporary Society”
The TALOS Lab presented innovative research at the 6th International Conference “Literacies and Contemporary Society” in Nicosia, Cyprus. Using Natural Language Processing (NLP), the study examines linguistic patterns and literacy representations within Greek L1 curricula, revealing a significant bias toward decontextualized skills over social practices. Discover how computational tools are reframing our understanding of educational frameworks and critical language awareness.