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A publication by scientists from the Institute of Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology – Maciej Nielipiński, M.Sc., Agnieszka Pietrzyk-Brzezińska, Ph.D., and Bartosz Sekuła, Ph.D., D.Sc.  – was honored by the Crystallography Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences with the prestigious title “Crystallographic Diamond” in the category of biological and medical crystallography. In this article, the authors present the results of their research and explain its significance.
 

Written by: Bartosz Sekuła, Agnieszka Pietrzyk-Brzezińska, Maciej Nielipiński, Institute of Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology

Lodz University of Technology has secured over PLN 2.1 million in funding under the OPUS 28 + LAP scheme from the National Science Centre (NCN) to implement the project “NIR-CURATOR”, focused on implant-associated infections. The project will be carried out in collaboration with researchers from the Czech Republic.

Students from the Kollaps Research Club of the Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences took part in the prestigious Mouillette d'Argent perfume competition. This year's edition was centred around the aroma of rockrose (Cistus). In the picturesque gardens of Barcelona, not only did the scents of this Mediterranean plant melt away, but the excitement of young perfume creators from all over the world could also be felt.

Written by Maja Śliwka

Joanna Grzelczyk, PhD from the Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences has been awarded the Minister of Science and Higher Education Scholarship for outstanding young scientists.

Written by dr Agnieszka Garcarek Sikorska, Media and Communications Office

The EUREKA project submitted by Lodz University of Technology (TUL) under the SPINAKER program – Intensive International Education Programs – has received nearly 900,000 PLN in funding from the National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA).

Written by Justyna Kopańska, The International Cooperation Centre of Lodz University of Technology

The International Cooperation Centre of Lodz University of Technology hosted the inspiring training session “Ctrl+Alt+Empathy: Rebooting the Classroom with Emotional Intelligence,” which gathered 10 teachers and administrative staff from Lodz University of Technology and the University of Groningen. The event, held from June 9–13, allowed participants to jointly explore how empathy, openness to diversity, and emotional awareness can positively impact the academic environment and the quality of education.

Written by Justyna Kopańska, The International Cooperation Centre of Lodz University of Technology

The results of two rankings, Times Higher Education Impact 2025 and QS World University Rankings 2026, have been published. - In THE Impact, Lodz University of Technology managed to maintain its position from last year in the 601-800 range, despite more than 370 new universities joining the ranking in the latest edition. Similarly, in the second ranking, we retained last year’s position, although with such a dynamic increase in the number of participating universities - 2526 in total - maintaining last year’s position was not easy - commented the rector of Lodz University of Technology, Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwik.

In a unique atmosphere celebrating the 80th anniversary of Lodz University of Technology a ceremony was held to confer an honorary doctorate on one of the most important figures on the European scene today – the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola.

The launch of the IGNIS mission with Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, PhD is scheduled for June 25.

Can you simultaneously design a yogurt that supports health and microorganisms that purify wastewater? At the Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences (BiNoŻ) of Lodz University of Technology—absolutely. For 75 years, scientific passion has been combined here with real impact on industry, the environment, and human health. This year’s jubilee was not only an opportunity for celebration but also for summarizing an extraordinary history and presenting ambitious plans for the future.

Written by Ewa Chojnacka, editor-in-chief

During an official visit to Taiwan, the Rector of Lodz University of Technology, Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwik, signed a cooperation agreement with National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) – one of the leading technical universities in Asia. On behalf of NCKU, the document was signed by Prof. Menu-Ru Shen, President, and Prof. Shyy-Woei Chang, Executive Vice President.

Just a few years ago, this was only a vision—bold, ambitious, based on dreams and faith in the future. Today, in the very heart of Lodz University of Technology campus, that vision has become reality. Alchemium – The Magic of Tomorrow’s Chemistry – is no longer just a name. This place has officially opened its doors.

On the occasion of the 80th jubilee of the founding of Lodz University of Technology, a ceremonial session of the Senate was held. The program of the celebrations included a speech by the Rector of Lodz University of Technology, Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwik. During the session, students and graduates were honored for outstanding achievements and the best diploma projects. A special part of the program was the presentation of awards by the Rector of Lodz University of Technology.

Lodz University of Technology once again confirmed its active presence on the international stage by participating in events accompanying the World Expo 2025 in Osaka. The university's presence in Japan was part of a broader strategy to promote the Lodz region as a modern, dynamic area open to international cooperation. Expo created a unique opportunity to showcase the scientific, technological, and economic potential of the region, and Lodz University of Technology – as one of its leading academic institutions – was a natural partner in this endeavor.

Lodz University of Technology is hosting the 35th National Convention of Deans of the following faculties: Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Automation and Robotics, Cybernetics, Mechatronics, and Computer Science. The event is attended by around 140 people responsible for education and research in innovative technical fields.