Stylianos Kyriacou, PhD

Director of Data Science with extensive expertise in AI and optimization

Stylianos Kyriacou, PhD, is a prominent figure in the fields of optimization and artificial intelligence, currently involved in innovative projects at Stelth. He is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Norachem, where he has developed advanced optimization methods for molecular design problems. His work integrates predictive models with optimization algorithms to create computational models tailored to biological targets.2

Kyriacou holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, where his research focused on evolutionary algorithm-based design-optimization methods in turbomachinery.1 2 He has extensive experience across various industries, including oil and gas, where he applied similar optimization techniques at Tachyus. His expertise has earned him recognition as a leading expert in optimization algorithms for hydraulic turbo-machinery, with numerous publications in the field.2 3

In addition to his role at Norachem, he serves as the Director of Data Science at Aether Biomachines, focusing on developing AI models for enzyme design.1 His background includes significant positions at ANDRITZ HYDRO, where he led teams and managed collaborative projects with universities.1 2

Experience

Director, Data Science at Aether Biomachines, Inc (June 2021 - Present)

Co-Founder / Advisor at Norachem (August 2019 - Present), Advisor at Prime Movers Lab (October 2019 - Present), ZeitMedical (September 2019 - September 2022), Venture Fellow at The Longevity Fund (June 2019 - August 2019), Principal Data Scientist (Optimization) at Tachyus (2016 - May 2019), Optimization and A.I. Specialist at Tachyus (2014 - 2016), Founder and CEO at darWIN (August 2014 - March 2016)

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace from National Technical University of Athens (2008 - 2013), Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Aerospace) from National Technical University of Athens (2002 - 2008)