Education

  • Ph.D., Michigan State University, 2006
  • M.S., Michigan Technological University, 2002
  • B.S., M.S., Aristotle University, Greece, 1998

Teaching Interests

Professor Kalaitzidou’s teaching interests encompass core mechanical engineering courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with an emphasis on materials science, solid mechanics, and manufacturing processes. She aims to provide students with a solid foundation in the principles governing material behavior and mechanical design. Her instruction integrates theoretical concepts with practical applications to prepare students for advanced study and engineering practice.

Research Interests

Professor Kalaitzidou’s research focuses on the mechanics and processing of advanced composite materials and multifunctional materials. Her work involves understanding microstructure–property relationships, the development of novel composite systems, and the integration of materials processing techniques to enhance mechanical performance and functionality. The research actively engages graduate and undergraduate students in experimental and computational investigations aimed at advancing materials design and engineering.

Recent Publications

  • Kim Anh Pham, Tequila A. L. Harris, Robert J. Moon, Kyriaki Kalaitzidou, Functionalized Cellulose Nanocrystal Sizing to Enhance Mechanical Properties of Glass Fiber–Reinforced Epoxy Laminates, Polymer Composites, 2025 DOI: 10.1002/pc.70166
  • Kim Anh Pham, Tequila A. L. Harris, Robert J. Moon, Kyriaki Kalaitzidou, The effect of nanocellulose coating on S2-glass and E-glass fabric composites, Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites, 2025 DOI: 10.1177/07316844251366624
  • Ejaz Haque, Kyriaki Kalaitzidou, Xiawa Wu, A molecular dynamics study of the effects of silane and cellulose nanocrystals at a glass fiber and epoxy interphase, Cellulose, 2024 DOI: 10.1007/s10570-024-06170-7
  • Ejaz Haque, Kyriaki Kalaitzidou, Xiawa Wu, Correction: A molecular dynamics study of the effects of silane and cellulose nanocrystals at a glass fiber and epoxy interphase, Cellulose, 2024 DOI: 10.1007/s10570-024-06230-y
  • Emile Motta de Castro, Ali Tabei, D. Cline, Ejaz Haque, Lindsay B. Chambers et al., New insights in understanding the fiber-matrix interface and its reinforcement behavior using single fiber fragmentation data, Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials, 2024 DOI: 10.1007/s42114-024-01054-7