Aktualności | Faculty of Chemistry at the Gdańsk University of Technology

Young green leaves and sprouts can be a valuable element of the human diet. One such nutrient-rich product is broccoli sprouts, which are characterized by a high content of essential elements and bioactive compounds. Microgreens not only provide essential nutrients, but are also a natural source of selenium - a key trace element with significant health benefits.

Mariusz Szkoda, PhD, Eng., from the Faculty of Chemistry of Gdańsk University of Technology and Anna Ilnicka, PhD, DSc, from the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń aim to develop an innovative method of synthesizing stable catalysts based on nitrides.

The aim of the project is the effective and economical production of hydrogen. The scientists obtained funding from the National Science Centre under the OPUS programme in the amount of almost PLN 2 million.

Sustainable design of polymer materials, especially those friendly to the environment, is an important area of research in materials engineering. This topic is explored by Adam Olszewski, a graduate of the Doctoral School of Gdańsk University of Technology, who focuses on developing alternative methods of polyurethane (PU) synthesis independent of petrochemical raw materials.

One of the key challenges of modern energy is efficient energy storage. In an era of growing demand for renewable energy sources and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, searching for innovative solutions for the collection and use of thermal energy is becoming a priority for scientists around the world. A researcher from the Faculty of Chemistry at Gdańsk University of Technology is conducting research that can significantly contribute to the advancement of this field.

Krzysztof Kamil Bojarski, PhD from the Department of Physical Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry of Gdańsk University of Technology, and a recipient of the Bekker Scholarship awarded by the National Agency for Academic Exchange, will start a research project at the University of Cambridge. He will collaborate with the team of Professor David Wales, who is considered a leader in the field of computational chemistry.

OPUS

Robert Tylingo, PhD, DSc, En

Scientists from three universities: Gdańsk University of Technology (project leader), Medical University of Gdańsk and University of Gdańsk have won the 27th edition of the OPUS competition, organized by the National Science Centre, within which they are preparing a project entitled "Application of spherical 3D printing to create a multilayer hydrogel skin model".

The award was established in 1996 by the Gdańsk City Council. It is awarded to Polish and foreign citizens, institutions and organizations for outstanding services to the city. The distinctions are received by those who contribute to the fame of Gdańsk both in the region, the country and worldwide. The Chapter elected by the Gdańsk City Council awards people who undertake useful public initiatives, stand out with their work or interests that rise above the average, giving an impulse for change and creating a new, better reality.

During the Ceremonial Session of the Senate of Gdańsk University of Technology, which took place on 4 December4 in the Gdańsk University of Technology Auditorium, medals, decorations and awards were presented to university employees, including representatives of the Faculty of Chemistry.