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Voltammetric detection of nitro-explosive compounds using hybrid diamond-graphene sensors: field monitoring of emerging contaminants in the Baltic Sea region

Voltammetric detection of nitro-explosive compounds using hybrid diamond-graphene sensors: field monitoring of emerging contaminants in the Baltic Sea region
Scientists from Gdańsk University of Technology, including the Faculty of Chemistry, will lead three international research projects for which funding of 3.7 million euros was awarded under the Interreg South Baltic 2021-2027 programme. The funding agreements were signed on 21 October, and the ceremony was led by prof. Krzysztof Wilde, rector of Gdańsk University of Technology. The event was attended by Konrad Wojnarowski, deputy minister of funds and regional policy, and deputy minister Jacek Karnowski.
We are pleased to announce that the position of Dean's Representative for People with Disabilities at the Faculty of Chemistry of Gdańsk University of Technology has been taken by Sebastian Demkowicz, PhD, DSc, Eng., professor of the university.
All persons who need support in adapting the conditions of studies to their individual needs can come for consultations, which take place every Friday from 8:00 to 9:00 in room 7, Chemistry C building.
On 17 October, in auditorium 1.4 of Chemistry C building, a seminar was held at the Faculty of Chemistry of Gdańsk University of Technology, devoted to innovative methods in education and modern teaching tools. The aim of the meeting was to present the latest trends and solutions supporting the teaching process.
For years, the Faculty of Chemistry of Gdańsk University of Technology has been educating future engineers, scientists and leaders who have a significant impact on the state of science and industry. This is a place where passion for discovering new solutions combines with concern for the quality of teaching. The faculty's employees are committed and professional, as evidenced by the numerous distinctions and awards they have won.
A meeting for students of higher years of engineering studies was held in Auditorium 1.4 on 10 October. It was led by the Vice-Dean for Student Affairs, Sebastian Demkowicz, PhD, DSc, Eng., and was also attended by the Dean, Jacek Gębicki, PhD, DSc, Eng., Vice-Dean for Education, Robert Tylingo, PhD, DSc, Eng., and Vice-Dean for Science, Justyna Płotka-Wasylka, PhD, DSc, Eng.
On 7 October, Vice-Dean for Student Affairs, Sebastian Demkowicz, PhD, DSc, Eng., met with first-year students. Also present at the event were: Dean, Jacek Gębicki, PhD, DSc, Eng. and Vice-Dean for Education, Robert Tylingo, PhD, DSc, Eng..
During the meeting, the Dean introduced the heads for the 2024/2025 academic year:
Gabriel Wołosewicz teaches chemistry and vocational subjects at the District School Complex in Reda. He is the winner of the competition honoring teachers valued by students, parents and local communities. The awards ceremony took place at the Royal Castle in Warsaw. Gabriel Wołosewicz is a graduate of the Faculty of Chemistry of Gdańsk University of Technology.
On Monday, 30 September, a faculty ceremony took place: Inauguration of the academic year 2024/2025.
At the beginning of the ceremony, the Dean of the Faculty of Chemistry, Jacek Gębicki, PhD, DSc, Eng. welcomed the guests and presented the main goals of the new term of office of the faculty authorities (2024-2028). Then the Dean presented the acts of nomination to the new vice-deans:
The Board of the Polish Society of Calorimetry and Thermal Analysis named after W. Świętosławski (PTKAT) announced the results of the competition for the award for scientific achievements in the field of calorimetry and thermal analysis for young scientists. The award is granted once every 3 years to one person, and the candidate is selected in a national competition, which is addressed to employees and doctoral students of universities or other research units who are under 35 years of age.