Stamatis Kavasilis graduated from the Department of Natural Resources Management and Agricultural Engineering at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), specializing in Soil Science and Agricultural Soil Chemistry. His academic journey equipped him with a deep understanding of soil management practices, focusing on sustainable agriculture and the application of soil resources.

Stamatis Kavasilis has accumulated extensive professional experience in agronomy and soil science. Currently serving as a scientific staff member at the Benaki Phytopathological Institute’s Laboratory of Non-Parasitic Diseases, Soil Resources, and Geoinformatics, he plays a pivotal role in researching composting methods, soil classification, and the sustainable management of agricultural resources. His career also includes significant contributions to research projects at both the Agricultural University of Athens and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where he has been involved in national and European initiatives aimed at enhancing soil quality and environmental sustainability.

Stamatis Kavasilis’s research interests encompass various aspects of soil science and agronomy, with a particular focus on composting techniques for agricultural sustainability. His work explores innovative methods to produce acidic/neutral composts using agricultural additives, aiming to support the circular economy within Mediterranean agro-livestock systems. Additionally, he is passionate about soil classification, land use optimization, and addressing environmental challenges such as desertification and pollution impacts through integrated soil management practices. His research contributes to advancing knowledge in soil science and promoting sustainable agricultural practices regionally and beyond.