Δήμητρα Πετροπούλου - Τράκα

Researcher

PhD Candidate School of Chemical Engineering, NTUA

Email: d_petropouloutraka@mail.ntua.gr

Dimitra Petropoulou-Traka is a PhD candidate at the School of Chemical Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens, focusing on the development of artificial intelligence algorithms to support teaching in the Natural Sciences and the educational utilization of ICT. She studied Chemistry at the University of Athens, where she obtained a bachelor's degree and a master's degree with a specialization in the use of educational technologies.

Alongside her academic activities, she has ten years of experience in the field of digital design, website development, and digital content production, with an emphasis on digital marketing and creative programming. Her technical skills include programming, data analysis, UI/UX design, and multimedia application development.

She is actively involved in research projects related to energy and environmental issues, as well as educational innovations, contributing to the design and technological implementation of innovative solutions. Her research interest focuses on the applications of artificial intelligence in education and the Sciences in general.

Educational Background

2024

PhD Candidate

School of Chemical Engineering, NTUA

PhD Thesis Topic: Development of intelligent algorithms as tools for enhancing learning and supporting the teaching of Science and Technology.

2024

MSc – Joint Master's Degree in Chemistry Education, New Educational Technologies, and Education for Sustainable Development (Grade 9.34 Excellent).

Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA).

Thesis: Development of a Clicker Application and Study of Its Impact on the Flow Process in First-Year High School Students in the Topic of the Periodic Table.

2022

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA).

Bachelor's Thesis Title: Laboratory Exercises in Distance Education: The Utilization of Virtual Learning Environments.

  
  

OTHER DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS

2024

Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence in Education: Transforming the Way We Teach and Learn

3-Month Seminar – University of Crete

2023

Biosphere Reserves as sites to develop Ocean Literacy

Ecourse – MIO-ECSDE

2022

Special Education

9-Month Seminar – University of Patras

2012

Graphic Arts – Digital and Print Applications

Diploma in Professional Specialization Education and Training – IIEK Intergraphics

  
Researcher in the project LIFE23-CET-RenoInGR (2024 – Present)
Role Participation and management of work packages for the development of services and dissemination of results within the framework of the RenoInGR project.
Duties
  • Design, development, and completion of digital services through the OSS platform.
  • Creation and maintenance of the website and visual identity of the project.
  • Preparation and implementation of communication and dissemination plans.
  • Preparation of project reports and evaluation indicators.
Sportswear Designer & Manufacturing Supervisor (2012-2024)
Company 3Xtreme Sports – Texas, USA (Remote)
Role Design of new sportswear based on market trends and customer requirements.
Duties
  • Collaboration with suppliers and manufacturers to implement designs and produce products.
  • Monitoring the production process to ensure quality and resolve production issues.
  • Communication with clients to exchange information regarding the progress of orders and address any issues.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Digital (2014-2024)
Role Designing print and digital materials based on customer needs.
Duties
  • Communication with clients for designing and providing optimal solutions based on market trends.
  • Website and e-commerce store development.
  • Market research for the development of promotional actions on social media.

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Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Captivate

Adobe AfterEffects

Canva

Blender

Figma (Prototyping)

Python

Javascript

PHP

MySQL

C++

WordPress

Arduino

SPSS

Jamovi

14th Hellenic Chemical Engineering Conference

Oral Presentation: The use of Clicker application in Chemistry teaching as a tool for instant feedback and student engagement in the process.