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Beniamin Abramczyk is a researcher affiliated with the University of Warsaw, specializing in mycology, microbial interactions, and interdisciplinary research. He leads several funded projects, including NCN WEAVE-UNISONO 2024/06/Y/NZ8/00013 on Mortierellaceae functional diversity and SKN/SP/570335/2023 evaluating bioremediation potential of Entomortierella parvispora. His work spans fungal taxonomy, soil contamination studies, and collaborations in public health education. His research interests include the land colonization processes of fungi, symbiotic relationships between fungi and photosynthetic organisms, and bioremediation applications. He is a member of the International Mycological Association (IMA). Publications highlight contributions to fungal systematics, new species discoveries, and interdisciplinary studies in cardiovascular physiology and microbiology education. Contact: b.abramczyk@uw.edu.pl , ORCID-linked research in mycology.

• Mycology
• Fungal Taxonomy
• Bioremediation
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Marek Kucharczyk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Zoology and Nature Conservation at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, Lublin, Poland. His research spans ecology, conservation, and entomology, with a focus on anthropogenic impacts on wildlife. His research interests include the ecology of endangered species, effects of anthropogenic noise and light pollution on animals, insect microbiomes, and biodiversity conservation. He specializes in the study of thrips (Thysanoptera) and woodland birds, examining their life cycles, habitat preferences, and responses to environmental stressors such as traffic and railway noise. His recent publications (2018–2025) reflect a strong trend in environmental impact studies, particularly on insects and birds. Key themes include insect overwintering, microbiome profiling, noise pollution, and invasive plant ecology. His work combines morphological taxonomy with ecological field studies and molecular techniques. While no scientific awards are listed in the provided texts, his research has contributed significantly to the understanding of Polish and European fauna, especially in forest and urban ecosystems. He collaborates extensively with researchers such as Halina Kucharczyk, Marcin Polak, and Jarosław Wiącek. His lab conducts field and laboratory studies on insect ecology and bird behavior. He has been involved in long-term monitoring of species in Natura 2000 areas and national parks like Białowieża and Bieszczady.

• Ecology
• Entomology
• Conservation Biology
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Dr. Monika Kozłowska is a lecturer at the Department of Botany, Mycology, and Ecology within the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland. Her research focuses on parasitic microscopic fungi in vascular plants, with an emphasis on species diversity, ecology, and distribution patterns, particularly in natural ecosystems like the Białowieża Primeval Forest and Tatra Mountains. Research Interests : Fungal diversity, plant community dynamics, invasive species, phenological interactions, taxonomy, and biogeography. Grants : Led a 2001-2004 KBN grant on parasitic fungi in Białowieża oak-hornbeam forests and contributed to a 2009-2012 Ministry of Science project on parasitic fungi in mountain secondary succession. Publications : Authored 13+ works, including comprehensive fungal catalogues for Poland's key regions and studies on parasitic fungi-host relationships. Collaborations : Frequently collaborates with W. Mułenko, K. Bacigálová, and other European mycologists. Her work bridges fungal taxonomy with ecological dynamics, contributing critical insights into fungal roles in natural ecosystems and their responses to environmental changes.

• Mycology
• Plant Ecology
• Fungal Taxonomy
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Elżbieta Ejdys is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Microbiology and Mycology, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn. Her research focuses on mycology, fungal pathogenicity, and environmental health, with particular emphasis on Candida species, biofilm formation, and yeast contamination in urban and clinical settings. Recent publications analyze fungicolous fungi in urban vegetation, yeast contamination in window seals, and fungal dynamics in human ontocenoses. Her work spans epidemiological studies of fungal transmission in schools, environmental health risks, and fungal interactions with plants and animals. With a total ministerial score of 610 and h-index values of 6 (Scopus) and 5 (WoS), her research combines field studies and laboratory analysis of fungal communities in diverse ecosystems. She has contributed to understanding mycobiota in oral cavities, gastrointestinal tracts, and aquatic environments.

• Mycology
• Microbiology
• Environmental Health
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Jolanda Roux is a prominent researcher affiliated with the University of Pretoria , with significant contributions to plant pathology and mycology. Her work spans collaborations with institutions like Sappi Forests Pty Ltd , Shaw Research Centre , and the Tree Protection Co-operative Programme . Her research focuses on: Fungal biodiversity in forest ecosystems Pathogens like Fusarium circinatum and Teratosphaeria destructans Genetic variation in plant pathogens Implications for biosecurity and sustainable forestry Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding myrtle rust, fungal hybridization, and disease management in Eucalyptus and wattle plantations. Her work is supported by grants from the National Research Foundation and Medical Research Council , emphasizing its practical relevance to forest conservation.

• Plant Pathology
• Mycology
• Fungal Biodiversity
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Michał Karlicki is a researcher at the Faculty of Biology, University of Warsaw, specializing in the ecology of aquatic ecosystems, bioinformatics, and meta-omics approaches. His work focuses on interspecies interactions among protists and prokaryotes, leveraging machine learning to analyze eukaryotic microorganism diversity. Research Projects : Biodiversity analysis of eukaryotic microorganisms at saline-freshwater borders using 18S rRNA amplicon sequencing. Technical Expertise : Meta-omics data analysis, pipeline development (e.g., MetaPlastHunter), and single-cell genomics. Scientific Trends : His recent publications emphasize machine learning integration with metagenomics, plastid genome exploration, and environmental DNA dynamics in aquatic and soil systems. Scientific Awards : Holz-Conner Travel Grant (2019) Honors : Distinction in Best Master Thesis in Bioinformatics (2019) Labs & Teams : Affiliated with the Eukaryotic Microorganisms Genomics and Evolution group, collaborating on international projects with institutions like Nanyang Technological University and the Phycological Society of America.

• Marine Ecology
• Microbial Ecology
• Bioinformatics
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Alicja Okrasińska is a researcher at the University of Warsaw, specializing in mycology and microbial ecology. Her work focuses on understanding the interactions between fungi and their microbial symbionts, particularly endohyphal bacteria in Mucoromycota. She leads and collaborates on projects funded by the National Science Centre (NCN) in Poland, investigating topics such as fungal biodiversity in contaminated soils, ant-associated fungi, and genomic adaptations of oleaginous fungi. She has conducted internships at Michigan State University’s Bonito Lab and the Institute of Dendrology, Polish Academy of Sciences. Her research has been published in journals like Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal , Ecology and Evolution , and Frontiers in Microbiology . Her research interests include fungal symbiosis, environmental microbiology, and genomic studies of Mucoromycota. She explores how endohyphal bacteria impact fungal hosts and how environmental factors like soil contamination shape fungal communities. Her recent work highlights the metabolic versatility of Mucoromycota and their potential applications in biotechnology. Notable projects include the NCN PRELUDIUM 20 grant on endohyphal bacteria-fungal host interactions and a role as a contractor for the monograph Grzyby chronione Polski . She contributes to the Polish Mycological Society and has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2017, focusing on fungal taxonomy, symbiosis, and environmental impacts. Her collaborative work spans international partnerships, including studies on ant-fungus co-occurrence and invasive species dynamics.

• Mycology
• Microbial Ecology
• Fungal Symbiosis
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Dorota Wiktorowicz is a researcher at the University of Warsaw, focusing on fungal interactions with microplastics and environmental pollution. Her work includes studies on bioremediation potential of fungi and physicochemical properties of microplastics in polar regions. She leads the project 'Arctic fungi in breakdown of plastic' (Perły Nauki MNiSW PN/02/0043/2023) and contributed to the 'Physicochemistry of microplastics and anthropogenic pollution in polar regions' initiative. Her research spans fungal biodiversity in extreme environments, including post-mining sites and the Białowieża Primeval Forest. She conducted an internship at the Fungal Ecology Lab at the University of Copenhagen (Denmark, Feb-Jul 2023). Active in professional societies, she is a member of the Polish Mycological Society and International Mycological Association (IMA). Contact: Room 4.161, tel. +48 22 55 26 727, email: d.wiktorowicz@uw.edu.pl. Research interests include fungal plastic degradation mechanisms and environmental mycology applications.

• Microplastics and Soil Fungi Interactions
• Fungal Bioremediation
• Environmental Microbiology
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Dr. Igor Siedlecki is a researcher at the University of Warsaw, specializing in fungal ecology and interactions between fungi and social insects. His work focuses on red wood ants (Formica polyctena), Mucoromycota, and fungal biodiversity conservation. He has led multiple grants as principal investigator, including the ongoing Biodiversa+ project FunDive (2023/05/Y/NZ9/00106), and completed projects on ant-associated fungal adaptations and mycobiota analysis. His research interests include fungal taxonomy, symbiotic relationships between ants and fungi, and citizen science applications in mycology. He has conducted fieldwork in Białowieża Primeval Forest and collaborated internationally, including at the Babes-Bolayi University in Romania. Siedlecki actively participates in professional societies such as the International Mycological Association and the Polish Mycological Society. Key projects include discovering the genus Formicomyces and analyzing fungal communities in ant nests, contributing to understanding evolutionary adaptations in ant-associated fungi. His work bridges ecological field studies with taxonomic and phylogenetic analyses, emphasizing practical conservation applications through biodiversity monitoring.

• Fungal Ecology
• Ant-Fungi Interactions
• Mycobiota Diversity
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Jeremy Clark is a Professor at the Department of Clinical and Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin. His research spans medical sciences, genetics, and molecular biology with a focus on genetic variants, aging, and disease susceptibility. Research Areas: Genetic determinants of drug resistance and disease susceptibility Cardiovascular and metabolic biomarkers in newborns and adults Molecular mechanisms of aging and longevity Host-pathogen interactions in fungal infections Scientific Output: 52 publications with a total impact factor of 112.85 2,322 total ministry score 15 recent studies on genetic polymorphisms, cardiovascular markers, and fungal pathogenesis Contact: jeremy.clark@pum.edu.pl | Phone: +48 91 466 14 90

• Medical Sciences
• Genetics
• Molecular Biology
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Ewa Maciejczyk is a Lecturer at the Institute of Natural Products and Cosmetics, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Lodz University of Technology. She specializes in sustainable cosmetic formulation development and waste valorization, with particular expertise in supercritical extraction techniques and nanoemulsion engineering. Research Interests: Focus on converting agricultural byproducts (e.g., tomato pomace, rose hip seeds) into cosmetic ingredients, and developing eco-friendly delivery systems Professional Affiliation: Member of the Polish Society of Cosmetic Chemists Dr. Maciejczyk's recent publications highlight her work in essential oil characterization, bioretinol formulation, and exploring the chemical potential of unconventional botanicals like Tsuga canadensis and Heracleum mantegazzianum. Her research demonstrates strong alignment with green chemistry principles and circular economy concepts in the cosmetics industry. She has contributed to practical guides on sun protection (SPF selection) and natural/organic cosmetic standards, emphasizing transparency and scientific validation in product development. Her technical proficiency spans analytical methods, formulation stability testing, and biological activity assessment.

• Cosmetic Chemistry
• Biotechnology
• Sustainable Formulations
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Agnieszka Ludwiczuk serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmacognosy with the Medicinal Plant Garden , Faculty of Pharmacy , Medical University of Lublin . With a PharmD and DSc in pharmacy, her career spans over 20 years of pharmacological research. Pharmacognosy (3.1 discipline: 100%) Essential oil chemist Terpenoid compounds specialist Plant-microbe bioactivity researcher Her research focuses on: Chemical profiling of medicinal plants and bryophytes Antimicrobial activity of natural compounds GC-MS and TLC-based bioautography methods Chemotaxonomic relationships in liverworts Biologically active terpenoids and bibenzyls Pharmaceutical applications of volatile compounds Over 266 publications highlight her work with 2021-2025 research on: Artemisia serotina essential oil bioactivity Zebrafish coumarin bioassays Marchantia polymorpha-derived anticancer agents Fusarium-hazelnut interactions Stachys sylvatica anthelminthics Cymbopogon anti-MRSA compounds She holds: 1 patent 266 total publications ORCID: 0000-0003-1108-613X

• Pharmacognosy
• Essential Oils Chemistry
• Terpenoids Chemistry
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Adam Cudowski is a Researcher at the Department of Water Ecology, Faculty of Biology, University of Białystok. His research focuses on quantitative and taxonomic diversity of nanomycoplankton, interactions between aquatic fungi and heavy metals in surface waters, and molecular biology methods for microbial taxonomy. He holds roles including Member of the Scientific Council of the Institute of Biology, Faculty Dean's Representative for Intellectual Property (2015-2016), and Coordinator of the Podlasie Festival of Science and Art. His work spans limnology, environmental chemistry, and fungal ecology, with contributions to understanding water quality indices and microbial community dynamics. His research interests are driven by analyzing hydrochemical and ecological factors influencing water systems, particularly in regions like the Augustów Canal and Suwałki Landscape Park. He applies molecular techniques such as PCR ITS-RFLP and Sanger sequencing to study microbial communities. Recent publications explore lanthanide complexes' antioxidant properties and trace metal distributions in aquatic environments. Dr. Cudowski is actively involved in academic governance, serving on committees and promoting science engagement through festivals and educational initiatives. His work integrates field studies with laboratory analyses, addressing both fundamental and applied questions in freshwater ecology.

• Aquatic Microbiology
• Limnology
• Mycology
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Jerzy Romanowski is a Professor at the Faculty of Biology and Environmental Sciences , Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University. His research spans ecology , zoology , and entomology , with a focus on Euroasian otters, ladybird beetles (Coccinellidae), and ecological impacts of river valley development. Key research themes: synurbanization of animals, invasive species, microplastic pollution, and island biodiversity. Email: j.romanowski@uksw.edu.pl , consultations: Wednesdays 11:30–13:00 in room 409. His work on ladybirds in the Canary Islands (since 2017) and microplastic contamination in the Vistula River and Baltic Sea highlights his interdisciplinary approach. Recent publications emphasize predation dynamics , species distribution , and ecological modeling .

• Ecology
• Zoology
• Biodiversity
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Brenda D. Wingfield is a pioneering Professor at the University of Pretoria with over 25 years of contributions to plant pathology and mycology. She holds key roles in the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) and co-founded both the Tree Protection Co-operative Programme and Tree Pathology Co-operative Programme . Her work spans fungal genetics, forest health, and agricultural disease management across multiple continents.

• Plant Pathology
• Mycology
• Forest Health
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