Meet Our Biology Department Team

Inspiring Curiosity in the Science of Life

Our Biology Department is dedicated to unlocking the mysteries of the natural world, from the molecular level to entire ecosystems. Each member of our team brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to explore, question, and discover. Get to know the passionate educators and experts who make biology come alive in our classrooms and labs.

Dr Catherine Panayiotou (CPN)
Head of Department
BSc Biology 
PhD Molecular Pharmacology (UCL, UK)
Appointed: Sept. 2009
 
Dr Maria Koutsoudis (MKO)
Senior Leadership Team 
BSc Molecular & Cell Biology
MSc Biotechnology
PhD Molecular Microbiology (Univ. of Connecticut, USA)
Appointed: Sept. 2006
 
Ms Josephine Demetriou (JDE)
BSc Biology (QMUL, UK)
PGCSE Secondary Science (Biology), (KCL, UK)
Appointed: Sept. 2021
 
Ms Andria Demosthenous (ADO)
BSc (Hons) in Biology (University of Bath)
MSc Molecular Medicine
PGCE with QTS, education (Sheffield Hallam University & Bluecoat SCITT Alliance)
Appointed: Sept. 2024
 
Ms Androula Parikian (APA)
BSc (Honours) Biochemistry & Biology (Univ. of Keele, UK)
Appointed: Sept. 2001
              
Ms Nadia Ioannou (NIO)
Biology Lab Technician (on Maternity leave)
BSc Biochemistry (UAE, UK)
MSc Radiation Biology (UCL, UK)
Appointed: December 2016
 
Ms Ermione Markantoni (EMA)
Biology Lab Technician
BSc Biomedical Science
PhD Neuroscience and Physiology (University of Dundee)
Appointed: Sept. 2024