About MAICh:

The Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania (MAICh) was created in accordance with Law 4443/64, which established Greece as a founder-member of the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM). Its foundation took place under Law 1537/85, which was passed by the Greek Parliament following the provision of Article 28, paragraph 1 of the Constitution (after at least a 2/3 majority of members in favor ).

The Centre constitutes an international organization whose aim is the development of scientific cooperation in the sectors of economics, rural development, management, and applied biological, technological and environmental sciences, addressing to problems in the Mediterranean area. The Mediterranean Agronomic Institutes of Bari (Italy), Montpellier (France) and Saragoza (Spain) are constituent Institutes of the same organization. The annual budget contribution of the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania is entirely provided by the Greek government.

The Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania offers post-graduate specialist studies ( over a period of two academic years ), leading to the degree of Master of Science (M.Sc.). Courses are conducted in the English language by visiting professors from Greek, European, American and Mediterranean Universities in cooperation with the Institute. Research work at Master's level is carried out under the supervision and guidance of University professors and researchers.

An important comparative advantage accruing from the activities of the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Chania is that the competence in the development of cooperation is highlighted within the European Union, the Mediterranean basin and Balkan countries, both in the provision of post-graduate training of executives and academics from these countries, as well as in the contribution to their economic development through common research and development projects.

Conference Centre:

The Conference Center of MAICh with its versatile design combines First Class standards of comfort and service with the latest technology in a prestigious location. It is situated in a picturesque, typical Mediterranean pine-tree forest setting, 3 km south-east of the City of Chania, 13 km from the International Airport and 1 km from the Port.

It satisfies the requirements of very sophisticated and advanced Conferences, accommodates Seminars, Symposiums, Meetings and Presentations and hosts simultaneously or independently Exhibitions and Poster Sessions.

MAICh's Conference Department combines knowledge, professionalism, consistency and the expertise of highly skilled personnel and executive staff to organize Meetings and Conferences assisted by specific Conference management software. It facilitates functions relevant to Conference organization such as Marketing, Budgeting, Advertising, Scientific Program, Social Program, and Registration. It also offers Secretarial Multilingual Services before, during and after the event.

Conference Halls:

Aristotle : A Luxurious 200 seat auditorium ( 330m2 ).

Thales-Heraclitus : A Multipurpose Hall with 9 Simultaneous Interpreting Booths, can be subdivided into 2 Independent Meeting Rooms, total capacity 200 seats ( 230 m2 ).

Socrates - Theophrastus - Pythagoras - Demokritus : Maximum versatility according to requirements can function as one to four Independent Amphitheatres, total capacity 260 seats ( 448 m2 ).

Archimedes - Epicurus : Two Interconnected Exhibition and / or Conference Halls offering flexible seating and decoration arrangements, total capacity 220 seats ( 240 m2 ).

The Conference Halls are supported by all the Modern Audio-visual Equipment, including Video, Overhead and Slide Projectors, two BARCO Video Projectors, PHILIPS ProScreen 60, large Screens, Simultaneous Interpreting System, Video Recorders, Cordless Microphones, Exhibition Stands, Internet and Email Access in different places.

Services :

This organizes Congresses, Seminars, Symposia, Meetings and Presentations. It accommodates Exhibitions either held concurrently with the above or independently, and Poster Displays. It undertakes to provide vertical support where Conference Services are concerned.

Academic Village:

The Academic Village comprises a Complex of fifteen Luxurious Stone Houses ( Apartments), constructed in Traditional Cretan Architectural style. Situated on the premises of MAICh which have fittingly laid out as a Botanical Garden ( under construction ) of Mediterranean type.

Every Stone House has an Open-air Terrace of approximately 65 m2. These Apartments are placed in the disposal of Visiting Colleagues, Academics, and Researchers, Conference Keynote Speakers or VIP Delegates.

Dormitories :

The Dormitory Complex of MAICh has a capacity of 54 Single and 72 Double Rooms, which are fully Air-conditioned, fully Wired for TV, Telephone and Computer Network Access. A Common Kitchenette and a TV Lounge is available.

Restaurant & Student Lounge:

The Restaurant has a serving capacity for 260 persons, it is complemented by a Snack Bar with a large TV Screen. Adjacent to the Restaurant is a cozy Multifunctional Lounge with a Fire place and multiethnic music collection, designed to accommodate cultural and academic events and activities. The Institute's Restaurant serves meals ( Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner ) daily except on Sunday ( cold dish is served ).

Computer Centre:

MAICh's 170 Workstation Ethernet Network, EIA/568, is based on a central fiber optic backbone and consists of four major user groups: Administration, Computer Center / Documentation Center, Sabbatical / Visiting Fellows and the Conference Center. Services include email, Internet access, X.25, and TCP/IP ( Http,Telnet, Ftp ).
The Software Library includes advanced statistical and operations research programs such as SAS, CSS, LINDO, LINGO and WHAT'S BEST, in addition to numerous programs concerning applied agricultural research and natural resource management.