“We are so excited and proud to announce our new EIG Foundation scholarship award to Eleni Chatzilakou, a PhD researcher (Biomedical Engineering & Industrial Biotechnology) at the Faculty of Engineering of Imperial College London, UK.

Eleni works on pioneering research initiatives focused on the development of a biosensing device for early diagnosis of skin cancer.

As Eleni has already earned a scholarship for her PhD tuition fees and stipend from Imperial College London, EIG Foundation scholarship will cover expenses related to consumables and outreach activities for the next 2 years.

Eleni went through a rigorous evaluation process and a series of interviews with members of the EIG Trustees and Scientific committee and was unanimously selected as an EIG Foundation scholar not only for her excellent academic credentials but also for her social service endeavors: she actively contributes to fostering inclusivity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), as an engaged member of the Women’s Engineering Society and a committee member at the Women In STEM organization at Imperial College London, leading initiatives to address gender disparities in the field.

In her own words, “I am deeply grateful to the Elena Iliopoulou Giama Foundation for awarding me this scholarship, which significantly enhances my PhD journey in the battle against skin cancer. This funding not only alleviates financial burdens but also empowers me to delve deeper into my research. In my case, history has shown that dreams are shaped and goals are reached behind closed doors, in small study rooms. However, hope is created when people or foundations like yours open these doors and provide devoted new scientists with what they need to reach their full potential. I am incredibly thankful for this opportunity. Thank you for believing in me and my academic pursuits.”

EIGF Chairman & Founder, Mr. Spyros Giamas, added that “it is a great pleasure to support talented young scientists who conduct research on the prevention and cure of all forms of cancer. Eleni is an excellent example of a young person with motivation, determination and devotion to her scientific field, with a clear vision on how she wants to serve the society with her research pursuits. We are proud that we have the chance to support her in her dreams and excited for the results of her research, as well as for the fact that she is our Foundation’s ambassador.”

We welcome Eleni to our EIG Foundation family and we are looking forward to following the development of her valuable research, which will offer hope and contribute to the collective effort to enhance the lives of cancer patients and their loved ones.”