Effie Makri

"The future doesn't just need bright minds —
it needs clear and compassionate ones."

A lifelong explorer of science, technology, and the human mind. With over two decades of experience in European research and innovation, I help shape projects that make life safer, smarter, and more compassionate.

Clarity Innovation Empowerment
20+ Years in EU Research
25+ Projects Delivered
7 Years as EC Expert Evaluator

A Life Shaped by Wonder and Precision

Effie Makri

I was raised in Sydney, Australia, where the world first revealed its patterns to me through numbers, science, and nature. As a child, I was endlessly curious — reading every book I could find on mathematics and science. Those early moments of discovery left a lasting imprint: the universe was full of structure and meaning, and I wanted to understand it.

PhD in Mathematics - University of the Aegean
MSc in Electronic Engineering - Trinity College Dublin
BSc in Informatics Engineering - TEI of Athens

Professionally, I found my calling in European research and innovation — particularly in projects that use technology to protect and improve lives. Over 20 years, I've taken on roles as a technical lead, coordinator, and evaluator, working on initiatives that span civil protection, crisis management, and emerging systems that make our world more resilient.

Beneath it all, a deeper question has always driven me: How does the mind work? And how does our inner clarity affect the world we create? These questions have shaped my leadership style, my interest in mentoring, and the frameworks I now design to help others thrive.

Today, my work brings together technological innovation, systemic thinking, and emotional insight. I want to be a source of clarity and inspiration for the next generation — especially young women in technology, helping them cultivate not just skills, but presence, insight, and purpose.

"Because the future doesn't just need bright minds — it needs clear and compassionate ones."

Alongside my research work, I teach English to adult professionals and academics, Tibetan language to Western learners, and Mahayana Buddhist philosophy to those seeking structured philosophical study. I serve as Academic Coordinator of the Longchen Shedra — a four-year Buddhist study programme founded by Dolpo Tulku Rinpoche, dedicated to the study of classical Nyingma texts by Longchenpa, Jigme Lingpa, and Mipham Rinpoche. I also created the Clear Drop Method — a practical system for emotional clarity, explored at cleardrop.vision.

Work With Me

EU Research & Innovation

  • Horizon Europe evaluator and proposal strategist
  • 20+ years in Security, Space, ICT and Environment
  • Project coordination and consortium leadership

STEM Mentorship & Advocacy

  • Mentoring young women in science and technology
  • Speaking and storytelling with depth and authenticity
  • Championing women-led innovation across Europe

Language Teaching

  • English for professionals, researchers and academics
  • Tibetan language for Western learners (beginners–intermediate)
  • Structured, 1:1 online sessions · €45–€50/hr

Buddhist Philosophy

  • Mahayana Buddhist philosophy for adult Western practitioners
  • Structured philosophical study, not just meditation guidance
  • 1:1 online sessions tailored to your level and interests

Professional Bio

Effie Makri, PhD is a research and innovation expert with over 20 years of experience leading EU-funded projects focused on safety, resilience, and emerging technologies. With a background in mathematics and engineering, she specialises in bridging deep technical knowledge with human-centred impact.

She is passionate about empowering young women in STEM and integrating clarity and emotional intelligence into the innovation ecosystem. Effie serves as an Independent Expert Evaluator for the European Commission across Horizon Europe, EUSPA, REA, and CINEA, and frequently supports high-level proposals and strategic initiatives across Europe.

She teaches English to professionals and academics, Tibetan language to Western learners, and Mahayana Buddhist philosophy to adult practitioners. She serves as Academic Coordinator of the Longchen Shedra, a four-year Buddhist study programme founded by Dolpo Tulku Rinpoche. She is also the creator of the Clear Drop Method, a practical system for emotional clarity and mindful living.

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Connect or Collaborate

Whether you're a project coordinator, research institution, women-in-tech initiative, or simply someone who shares a vision of a wiser world — I'd love to hear from you.