Dr. Georgios Dimitroglou Rizell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Georgios Dimitroglou Rizell is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Uppsala University, where he holds the position of Wallenberg Scholar. His research primarily focuses on symplectic contact topology, aiming to understand and classify Lagrangian and Legendrian submanifolds using methods like pseudoholomorphic curves and Symplectic Field Theory. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Uppsala University, followed by postdoctoral fellowships at renowned institutions including the University of Cambridge and Université Paris-Sud. Over the years, he has received several accolades for his contributions to mathematics, including multiple appointments as a Wallenberg Academy Fellow. He actively engages in research and teaching, sharing his knowledge through seminars and lectures, especially in the field of symplectic topology. He has also produced a number of preprints focusing on various aspects of geometry and topology. His contributions significantly enhance the understanding of symplectic geometry and its complexities, fostering a rich academic environment at Uppsala University.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Engaged in teaching and research in mathematics, with a focus on symplectic contact topology.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2014-01-01 — 2015-01-01

University of Cambridge • Cambridge, UK

Conducted research in mathematics under fellowship from the Knut & Alice Wallenberg Foundation.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2013-01-01 — 2014-01-01

Université Paris-Sud • Paris, France

Engaged in research in mathematics hosted by Frédéric Bourgeois.

Assistant Professor

2017-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Held a position as an Assistant Professor with a focus on symplectic geometry.

Awards

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Wallenberg Scholar

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Wallenberg Academy Fellow

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.