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Chief Scientist’s Roadmap To Make Cyprus A Regional Research And Innovation Hub by 2035

In a bold vision for Cyprus, Chief Scientist Demetris Skourides presented a comprehensive roadmap to establish Cyprus as a regional hub for research, innovation, and technology by 2035. The strategy, developed through extensive consultation with over 650 stakeholders, aims to streamline processes, enhance transparency, and improve the overall research and innovation ecosystem.

Key initiatives include the introduction of a new grants management system by 2025 to reduce administrative burdens and promote scientific work and commercialization. The roadmap also emphasises the importance of public-private partnerships, with recent programs increasing collaboration between research organisations and industry.

Cyprus has maintained its 10th position in the European Innovation Scoreboard for three consecutive years, reflecting the country’s growing innovation capacity. This is supported by significant funding increases, with €177.25 million allocated for competitive funding between 2021-2027, a 34% rise from the previous period.

Public universities and research institutes have been pivotal in securing prestigious European Research Council grants, showcasing Cyprus’ research excellence. Notably, improvements in the operations of the Research and Innovation Foundation have significantly reduced the average time to pay and contract processing times.

Furthermore, the strategy includes targeted funding for research excellence, collaboration, innovation, and infrastructure. Specific focus areas include ICT, green transition, energy, shipping, agrifood, health, advanced materials, and environment.

Skourides also highlighted the importance of international collaborations, citing recent engagements with Japanese and international organisations to foster global partnerships. The roadmap sets a clear path for Cyprus to enhance its research and innovation landscape, positioning the country as a leader in the region by 2035.

bbf: Presents :eden coast — The Art Of Living By The Mediterranean

Some destinations are remembered for where they are. Others for how they make us feel.

Life by the Mediterranean has a quality of its own. Defined by light, open horizons and a slower pace, it encourages a way of living where time is measured less by the clock and more by the moments that matter. It is this philosophy that inspired :eden coast.

With the unveiling of :eden coast, bbf: introduces an exceptional collection of beachfront villas in Geroskipou, Paphos, where architecture is conceived as a natural extension of its surroundings. Every residence has been designed to honour the coastline, allowing the sea, the light and the changing seasons to become the defining elements of everyday life.

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At :eden coast, luxury reveals itself with quiet confidence so nothing feels excessive. It is expressed in generous space, carefully composed proportions, enduring materials and an effortless relationship between interior and exterior. Expansive glazing welcomes the Mediterranean sky indoors, while private gardens, terraces and pools encourage a life lived as much outside as within.

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Few locations offer such a natural balance between tranquillity and connectivity. Set along a quieter stretch of Paphos’ coastline, :eden coast enjoys the rare privilege of beachfront living away from the crowds, where the landscape remains unspoilt and the rhythm of the Mediterranean shapes every day. Yet the cultural richness of Paphos, its vibrant dining scene, international airport and every modern convenience are all within easy reach, allowing residents to retreat into complete serenity without ever feeling removed from the world around them.

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Beyond the residences, a carefully curated collection of wellness and leisure experiences extends this philosophy. Landscaped gardens, elegant swimming pools, spaces dedicated to movement and wellbeing, and thoughtfully designed communal areas encourage a slower, richer way of living. They are not amenities in the conventional sense; they are an expression of a lifestyle shaped by balance, privacy and quiet sophistication.

“Our ambition was never simply to create beautiful residences. It was to create a place where architecture, landscape and everyday life exist in complete harmony—a place that feels as though it has always belonged to the coastline,”

says Artem Burtsev at bbf:.

In a world that rarely slows down, :eden coast offers something increasingly rare: the freedom to live at a different pace. Here, mornings begin with the sea, nature sets the rhythm of the day, and the energy of Paphos is always within easy reach. It is a place where tranquillity and connectivity exist in perfect balance, allowing residents to experience the Mediterranean not as a destination, but as a way of life.

For more information:
edencoast.cy
+357 26 962 365

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