It is the only Greek research Institution abroad, which has created an important presentation in research within the field of Byzantine History and beyond. The Institute has produced several scientific publications examining the impact of Byzantium on the Italian Renaissance. On the other hand, it is self evident that such an Institute contributes to the image of modern Greece promoting with its unique way the international relations of Greece. Every visitor in Venice sees the Greek flag waving at the Institute that actually witnesses an aspect of the brilliance of the Greek spirit.

Für die Freiheit von Forschung und Lehre-για την. Ελευθερία της επιστήμης, ´ερευνας και διδασκαλίας!