Teaching English · Tibetan Language · Buddhist Philosophy · EU R&I Consulting
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.
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.
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 also created the Clear Drop Method — a practical system for emotional clarity, explored at cleardrop.vision.
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 specializes in bridging deep technical knowledge with human-centered impact.
She is passionate about empowering young women in STEM and integrating clarity and emotional intelligence into the innovation ecosystem. Effie also serves as a Horizon Europe evaluator 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 is the creator of the Clear Drop Method, a practical system for emotional clarity and mindful living.
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.