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OPUS

Robert Tylingo, PhD, DSc, Eng., professor at Gdańsk Tech, Szymon Mania, PhD, Eng.

 "Determination of the potential of a multilayer chitosan membrane and 6-axis 3D bioprinting technique for the production of a model urinary bladder dedicated to tissue regeneration research", project manager: prof. Robert Tylingo, project amount: PLN 1,953,952, funding for Gdańsk Tech: PLN 1,159,732

"Application of spherical 3D printing to create a multilayer hydrogel skin model", project manager: Szymon Mania, PhD, Eng., project amount: PLN 1,636,711, funding for Gdańsk Tech: PLN 1,222,033

In a research consortium with the participation of Gdańsk University of Technology, the University of Gdańsk and the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, under the leadership of Robert Tylingo, PhD, DSc, Eng., robotic printing will be used to develop a multilayer model of a bladder wall substitute based on polymers of natural origin enriched with proangiogenic peptides. As a result, this can significantly improve the quality of life of patients with bladder defects or damage, contributing to a breakthrough in the field of urological tissue engineering and personalized regenerative medicine.

In turn, in a consortium of scientists from Gdańsk University of Technology, the University of Gdańsk and the Medical University of Gdańsk, under the leadership of Szymon Mania, PhD, Eng., an innovative model of a multilayer skin substitute based on biodegradable bioinks from chitosan and agarose will be created. This project will enable precise reproduction of the natural structure of the skin using 6-axis robots, supporting regenerative processes, accelerating the healing of chronic wounds and minimizing the risk of infection. The implementation of the project can significantly improve the quality of medical care, bringing relief to millions of patients around the world and opening new perspectives for tissue engineering.

The research team responsible for the implementation of both projects on behalf of Gdańsk University of Technology is represented by: Robert Tylingo, PhD, DSc, Eng., Szymon Mania, PhD, Eng., Adrianna Banach-Kopeć, MSc, Eng., and Karol Staszczyk, MSc. Eng.

Łukasz Piszczyk, PhD, DSc, Eng.

“Research on the possibilities of implementing and processing phase change materials (PCM) in polyurethane materials, PLN 1,541,452

The aim of the project is to develop new polyurethane materials capable of storing thermal energy and releasing it in an effective and sustainable manner. The project focuses on the use of phase change materials (PCMs) to obtain polyurethanes that can be processed by electrospinning. The project will include research on obtaining PCM using eutectic liquids, polyurethane materials with specific segmentation, and thermal studies that will determine the effectiveness and durability of thermal energy storage.

Mariusz Szkoda, PhD, Eng.

"Use of new bi-functional and highly stable hybrid materials containing nitrides in the process of obtaining green hydrogen", project leader UMK, Gdańsk Tech is a partner in the project, project amount: PLN 1,927,234, funding for Gdańsk Tech: PLN 493,490

The main objective of the project's research is to develop and disseminate innovative strategies for the synthesis of stable catalysts based on nitrides for the effective production of "green hydrogen". In order to achieve the assumed goal, it was proposed to obtain advanced hybrid catalysts by combining the properties of metal nitride and nitrogen-doped graphene, which will consequently contribute to the improvement of stability and catalytic efficiency. The proposed detailed objectives will be based on the synthesis and characterization of nitrides, including metal nitrides and their hybrids with graphene doped with selected nitrogen groups, and electrochemical studies. Two main reactions, the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and the oxygen evolution reaction (OER), will be the basis for the verification of practical application. The total amount of funding for Gdańsk Tech for projects under the OPUS program amounts to almost PLN 11.6 million.

PRELUDIUM

Marika Mróz, MSc, Eng.

"A contemporary look at traditional Polish fermented food: tracking metabolomic changes during the fermentation of plant products", supervisor: Barbara Kusznierewicz, PhD, DSc, Eng., professor at Gdańsk Tech, PLN 209,474

The aim of the project is to use modern analytical methods to explore the processes occurring during lactic acid fermentation of selected seasonal vegetables characteristic of Polish culinary tradition. The research will cover spontaneous and directed fermentation, taking into account monitoring changes in the structure of the microorganism population and metabolomic changes. In addition, identification of key metabolites that affect the quality of final products, including their biological activity and potential health-promoting properties, will be carried out. This approach is in line with the trends in food research, where it is perceived not only as a source of essential nutrients, but also as a tool in the prevention of lifestyle diseases. It is expected that the obtained results will create a foundation for further research and at the same time find practical application in industry, contributing to the development of functional food and food products of improved quality.

Daria Roda, MSc, Eng.

"Protection against photocorrosion of ZnIn2S4-based photoanodes for photoelectrochemical water decomposition", supervisor: Mariusz Tadeusz Szkoda, PhD, Eng., PLN 70,000

The assumption of the project is to investigate the effect of Co3O4-Nafion layers on the stability of ZnIn2S4-based photoanodes during photoelectrochemical water decomposition. In addition to photovoltaics, photoelectrochemical water decomposition is considered another promising strategy for the use of solar energy. ZnIn2S4 is one of the most promising materials for use in photoanodes, but it degrades rapidly during operation. Co3O4-Nafion layers are a potential barrier material, the task of which will be to improve the stability of photoanodes.

The total amount of funding for Gdańsk Tech for projects under the PRELUDIUM program is over PLN 344.5 thousand.

About the competitions

OPUS is a competition in which researchers at any stage of their scientific career can apply for funding for projects in the field of basic research. Thanks to the grant, scientists can build large research teams, implement projects using large international research facilities, and also cooperate with foreign partners.

PRELUDIUM, in turn, is a unique competition on a global scale that allows young scientists to gain experience in conducting research independently at an early stage of their career, even before obtaining a doctoral degree, with the involvement of a scientific supervisor.