Dimitrios Graikos

Curious and hard-working international student. Skilled science multitasker with an outstanding work ethic and excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Pursuing a career in Risk and Quantitative Analysis within the international markets. Exceptionally diverse background in the areas of physics, mathematics, sales, and... Snowboarding.

• WPI EREE Award, received professional training and $5,000 in the form of a scholarship for conducting research in the field of biophysics. Presented our findings at a national conference in Boston.
• International Young Physicists Tournament (Physics World Cup), Romania 2020, National Team Captain, a worldwide competition requiring & combining knowledge in science, debate, lab research, public speaking, and data presentation skills.
• Project Smart, UNH, Full Scholarship, a 7-week summer program in biotechnology, and neuroscience. Researched & presented an original study on Fibonacci patterns in nature.
• International Master Classes, Invited to take part in an international workshop by ALICE - CERN
  on nuclear physics and particle identification.
• Formula One in Schools, Chief Production Engineer, International competition to build a Formula1 car replica, Needed advanced knowledge of physics, mechanics, teamwork, & dedication.
• National Society of Leadership and Success, WPI Chapter, in charge of the financial management of the organization.
• Student Government Association, Elected Senator, addressing student needs and concerns, providing financial structure and consultation for WPI's student clubs and organizations.
• Hellenic Student Association, President, devoted to preserving and promoting the Greek Spirit overseas.

Youth Olympic Games 2020 in Lausanne Switzerland, the first Greek snowboarder to ever compete at the Olympic Games, qualified among the top 30 athletes worldwide. Joined the men’s National Team at the age of 15. ~2007 - Present~

• Published 3 Books with exercises in Greek language, math, and English for all the elementary school grades. ~2021~
• American Farm School Practical Training and Farming - Project Farm, Provided farming/nursery education for elementary students, and held conversations and talks on environmental awareness for adults and older students. ~2018 - 2021~
• Scientific Journal, published in Open Schools Journal for Open Science. Title of the work: "Study and Creation of a seismograph for educational material". ~2019~