„Życie Uczelni” information bulletin of the TUL

In the past decade, there has been a growing degradation in food quality, which has compromised food safety due to tampering with the composition of food products. Illegal manipulation of food is typically an organized activity, affecting consumers, state financial interests, and honest entrepreneurs alike. These activities are classified as food crime, occurring at all stages of food production, distribution, and sale.

Written by dr inż. Barbara Pacholczyk-Sienicka, Institute of Organic Chemistry

The newly signed agreement between Lodz University of Technology and the Łukasiewicz Research Network aims to accelerate the transfer of innovation and new technologies to the business sector. The agreement was formalized during the New Mobility Congress at EXPO Łódź, with the rector of Lodz University of Technology, Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwik, and the president of the Łukasiewicz Research Network, Hubert Cichocki, signing the document.

The findings of the Photonics Lab at the Institute of Physics, Faculty of Technical Physics, Information Technology and Applied Mathematics (FTIMS) have been published in Nature Photonics and Nature Materials.

Ed. Małgorzata Trocha, Media and Communications Office

Prof. Krzysztof Matyjaszewski, one of the most influential chemists in the world, particularly in the field of polymer chemistry, has been awarded the title of Honorary Member of the Polish Chemical Society (PTChem).

The Institute of Applied Radiation Chemistry (MITR) at the Faculty of Chemistry hosted an international workshop from September 9-13, organized for the second time at the request and under the auspices of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA, UN). The scientific meeting, titled ‘Technical Meeting on Basic Radiation Chemistry in Polymer Modification’, focused on radiation chemistry and the technology of polymers.

Written by prof. Piotr Ulański, Institute of Applied Radiation Chemistry

The Euro Beach Soccer League Superfinal took place in Alghero, Sardinia, where Grzegorz Brochocki, a student of Mechanical Engineering at Lodz University of Technology, represented Poland's national team. His solid performance helped the team secure 7th place in the tournament.

Written by Ewa Chojnacka editor-in-chief

Lodz University of Technology, along with seven other Polish universities, has signed a cooperation agreement with the Poland in Silicon Valley Center for Science, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. This partnership aims to promote research outcomes and foster collaboration with industry, creating a bridge between Poland and the world-renowned Silicon Valley.

The past academic year has been highly successful for members of the Student Biotechnology Research Group Ferment. Not only did they actively engage in science promotion activities, but they also had the results of their research published in prestigious scientific journals. Their accomplishments have earned them awards and recognition within the academic community.

Written by dr inż. Agnieszka Pietrzyk-Brzezińska, Institute of Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology

Prof. Tomasz Kubiak of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Lodz University of Technology has been appointed chairman of the Advisory Group for Research Infrastructure, composed of experts selected by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.

Written by Ewa Chojnacka, editor-in-chief

Lodz University of Technology is a consortium partner in the project JUMP: Joint University Challenge-Based Minor Program for Future Generation of Innovative Entrepreneurs. The consortium is composed of universities allied in the ECIU network: Universita Degli Studi di Trento (project lead), Institut National des Sciences Appliquees de Toulouse, and Linköpings Universitet.

Chromatography is one of the most important techniques for the chemical analysis of organic compounds and is extensively used in analytical laboratories across Poland and the global.

Written by prof. Joanna Kałużna-Czaplińska, Institute of General and Ecological Chemistry

The International Cooperation Centre at Lodz University of Technology (TUL) is spearheading the innovative project ACE – Alliance for Community Engagement in European Higher Education. This project, developed in collaboration with partners from Ireland, Serbia, Estonia, Denmark, and Germany, aims to strengthen social responsibility of higher education institutions and foster social innovation and the development of local communities. With the support of the Erasmus+ program, the university has secured €400,000 for its implementation.

Written by mgr Justyna Kopańska, The International Cooperation Centre

Achieving gender balance in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) is a key challenge today, requiring coordinated efforts at multiple levels. Education reform, addressing key factors for advancement, and mentoring are essential components of this process. By fostering synergies across all levels of education and industry, the goal is to increase the recruitment and retention of women in STEM programs and promote gender equality through targeted activities.

From September 3 to 6, the Targi Kielce Exhibition and Congress Center hosted the 32nd International Defense Industry Exhibition (MSPO), emerging as a nexus of innovation for security. The event featured a remarkable display of military equipment and a series of substantive meetings.

Written by Ewa Chojnacka, editor-in-chief

On September 1, the new term for the rector and deans at our university began.