Penelope Bekiari
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EDUCATION
PhD — Electroacoustic Composition and Affective Technologies
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens | 2024–Present
• Physiological computing
• Human–Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Biomusic
• Neuro-responsive musical systems
• Affective technologies
• Adaptive performance environments
MMus — Electroacoustic Composition, Distinction
University of Manchester
• Electroacoustic composition
• Interactive media
• Live electronics
• Computer music
MA — Music Technology and Contemporary Musical Practices, Distinction
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
• Music technology
• Sound synthesis
• Digital audio systems
• Contemporary compositional practice
BA — Theatre Studies
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
• Performance studies
• Dramaturgy
• Theatre history
• Aesthetics
• Interdisciplinary artistic practice
TECHNICAL & RESEARCH SKILLS
Algorithmic Sensing & AI
• Machine learning workflows
• Time-series analysis
• Signal processing
• Feature extraction
• Pattern recognition
• Python
• C++
• MATLAB
• Data-processing pipelines
HCI & Inclusive Design
• Human–Computer Interaction
• Accessible and inclusive technology design
• Co-design methodologies
• Participatory research
• User studies and evaluation
• Affective computing
• Physiological computing
Sensor & Wearable Integration
• Real-time interactive systems
• Biosignal processing
• EEG acquisition — Muse 2
• Lab Streaming Layer (LSL)
• Heart-rate monitoring
• Galvanic Skin Response (GSR)
• Accelerometer and gyroscope sensing
• Arduino
• OSC protocols
• Max/MSP
RELEVANT RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Doctoral Researcher
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens | 2024–Present
• Developing neuro-responsive musical systems integrating physiological computing, signal processing, and adaptive musical behaviour.
• Designing computational workflows for sensor analysis, feature extraction, pattern recognition, and real-time interaction.
• Developing systems using Python, Max/MSP, biosensors, and real-time communication protocols.
Hyponoia — Neuro-Responsive Musical Intelligence Framework
2025–Present
• Developed a device-independent framework connecting EEG sensor systems with real-time performance environments.
• Built neuro-affective classification models translating neural activity into high-level musical states.
• Integrated physiological sensing with adaptive and AI-assisted generative soundscapes.
• Developed workflows connecting EEG analysis, Max/MSP, Python-based generation, and adaptive musical behaviour.
Vocal Improvisation & Embodied Soundscape Study
2025–2026
• Designed and conducted controlled physiological studies.
• Worked with participant-based biosignal datasets.
• Applied statistical analysis to investigate relationships between musical behaviour and neural oscillations.
Research Member
Laboratory of Music Acoustics and Technology — LabMAT | 2024–Present
• Interdisciplinary research in music technology and physiological computing.
• Human–Computer Interaction.
• Sound analysis and biosignal sensing.
• Collaborative research projects.
Research Consultant — AI, Music Technology & Cultural Innovation
Ubitech Ltd. | 2026
• Contributed to European research proposals involving artificial intelligence, accessibility, and music technologies.
• Collaborated with international research, engineering, and cultural partners.
• Supported interdisciplinary methodology design and project planning.
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS & ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS
• 2026 — From Soundscape Memory to Neuro-Responsive Performance: Embodiment, Artistic Research and the Measured Body. ARTOEND Vol. 1, NAPAT Foundation.
• 2026 — Hyponoia: An Affective Computing System for Augmented Musical Performance – A Case Study. International Computer Music Conference, Hamburg.
• 2026 — BioKybérnēsis: Case Studies on Biomusic and Bioaesthetics in Contemporary Sound Performance. Sound and Music Computing Conference, Zagreb.
• 2025 — Biomusic and Affective Technology with Penelope Bekiari. Invited Speaker, Art Research Methods, Ionian University, Corfu.
• 2024 — Resonant Echoes: Acoustic Heritage and Cultural Memory in the Mani Peninsula. 7th Conference on Acoustic Ecology, Athens & Ancient Epidaurus.
• 2023 — Revisiting Andromeda of Euripides with Biofeedback. Advances in Data Science & AI Conference, University of Manchester.
• 2023 — Andromeda for Flute and Biofeedback: Biosensors in Immersive Music Performance. Sound and Music Computing Conference, Porto.
MUSICAL & ARTISTIC EXPERIENCE
Composer, performer and sound artist working with interactive, bio-responsive and real-time electronic systems.
Selected Performances
• Permeable Signal — Sonorities Festival & PROCESSES Festival, 2025–2026
• Rhoē No. 1 — Piano and live bio-electronics, BEAST & Athens Contemporary Music Festival, 2024–2025
• Synopsis — Selected to represent HELMCA at CIME/ICEM, France, 2024
Artist Residency
Greek National Opera | 2024–2025
• Artist in Residence
• Programme funded by the European Commission
AWARDS & RESEARCH FUNDING
Art of Neuroscience 2025 Prize
Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience
Awarded for Rustle, an immersive electroacoustic performance integrating real-time biosignals and computational musical interaction.
• EEG and heart-rate acquisition
• Python-based computational analysis
• Affective-state categorisation
• Dynamic audio-visual interaction
Research Grant
Martinos Foundation
• Funding supporting doctoral research in neuro-responsive musical systems
• Supported acquisition of EEG wearable technology
• Equipment subsequently integrated into experimental and artistic research
TEACHING & ACADEMIC CONTRIBUTIONS
Lecturer — Electroacoustic Composition & Live Electronics
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens | 2023–2026
• Electroacoustic composition
• Computer music
• Live electronics
• Interactive systems
• Student research development and assessment
Lecturer — Music Technology
Metropolitan College / University of East London | 2022–2026
• Digital audio systems
• Music technology
• Undergraduate teaching and academic development
Academic Supervisor & Contributor
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
• Academic supervision
• Research mentoring
• Conference support and academic activities
Workshop Facilitator
Athens International Children’s Film Festival
• Designed and delivered the interactive workshop “Exploring Sound Effects in Cinema”
• Worked with younger and diverse audiences
• Developed accessible and participatory approaches to sound and audiovisual media