Piotr Głogowski is a researcher at the Institute of History, University of Wrocław, specializing in ancient epigraphy and Near Eastern studies. His work bridges the Hellenistic, Roman, and Persian periods, with a focus on the Levant and Phoenicia. Education: BA & MA in History and Classical Philology (University of Wrocław, 2012-2015); Erasmus exchanges at Bilkent University (2013/2014, 2016/2017); PhD in History (University of Wrocław, 2021). Research areas include ancient epigraphic cultures, Phoenician identity, Achaemenid Persia, and Greco-Persian military dynamics. His publications analyze inscriptions as cultural markers and explore historical narratives in Diodorus. Notable grants: Principal investigator for the National Science Center's Preludium project (2021-2024) on Near Eastern epigraphic culture, and internal grants for studies on Phoenician regional identity and Cappadocian politics. Scientific Awards: Gerda Henkel Foundation Scholarship (2020)
Bydgoszcz University of Science and TechnologyPoland
Tomasz Stefan Wiśniewski is a Professor at the Division of Thermodynamics within the Institute of Heat Engineering (ITC) at Warsaw University of Technology. His research focuses on heat transfer, thermodynamics, infrared thermography, and thermal property measurements of materials. He teaches courses on Statistical and Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics and Energy Storage . Research Trends: His publications emphasize composite materials, thermal conductivity modeling, interfacial thermal resistance, and advanced measurement techniques like flash method and infrared thermography. Key subfields include oscillatory chemical reactions, thermo-rheological properties of smart materials, and biomedical thermodynamics. Roles: Head of Scientific Council for Environmental Engineering, Mining, and Power Engineering at Warsaw University of Technology Head of Division of Thermodynamics at ITC Laboratory Affiliation: Division of Thermodynamics at Warsaw University of Technology's Institute of Heat Engineering.
Dr. hab. Piotr Łukomski is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Theory, Institute of Political Science, University of Wrocław. His academic career focuses on the intersection of political theory, philosophy, and cultural analysis, with notable contributions to Hannah Arendt's philosophy, game theory applications in politics, and the role of imagination in political thought. Department: Political Theory Email: piotr.lukomski@uwr.edu.pl ORCID: 0000-0002-5307-616X Research Interests: His work spans conceptual metaphors in political theory, decision-making under hazardous conditions, cultural evolution of tyranny, and the aestheticization of politics. He examines how digital technologies (like VR) reshape political identity and how Arendtian frameworks apply to modern governance. Teaching: Coordinates social consulting labs and teaches decision-making processes in political contexts, with a focus on practical applications in hazardous conditions. Publications: Recent articles analyze VR-era political identity, Hannah Arendt's relevance to modern democracy, and the integration of problem-solving strategies in political thought.
Dr. Bartosz Bojarczyk is a Lecturer at the Department of International Political Relations within the Faculty of Political Science and Journalism at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin. He specializes in international relations with regional expertise in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Caucasus regions. Education: PhD in Political Science (UMCS, 2006) - Dissertation on Iran's international political adaptation MA in Contemporary Iranian Studies (School of International Relations, Tehran, 2003) MA in International Relations (UMCS, 2001) Research Focus: His work centers on geopolitical dynamics in transitional regions, particularly: International security frameworks and threat analysis Iranian foreign policy formulation and implementation Regional integration mechanisms in the Persian Gulf Terrorism as a transnational security challenge Energy security and nuclear policy intersections Publication Trends: Bojarczyk's scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on evolving security architectures in post-Soviet spaces and the Middle East. His 15 most recent works (2007-2016) analyze power projection, regional organizations, and energy politics through geopolitical and institutional lenses, with particular emphasis on Iran's strategic positioning.
Magdalena Szymczyk is a Lecturer in the Department of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering at AGH University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Automatics, Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering. Her work bridges embedded systems, biomedical signal processing, and geophysical data analysis. Research focuses on energy-efficient sensor networks, neural networks for GPR data classification, and mathematical transforms in signal analysis Expertise in parallel computing, real-time systems, and biomedical engineering applications Her publications (2015–2025) demonstrate a trajectory from parallel neural networks and S-transform/GPR methodologies to recent work on MicroPython in embedded systems. Key themes include energy optimization in distributed architectures and AI-driven signal processing across biomedical and geophysical domains. She has authored works on deterministic chaos in simulations, GPU image processing, and cybersecurity in microcontroller systems. Her current research emphasizes embedded systems security, medical signal diagnostics, and computational methods for geological analysis. She utilizes tools like OpenCL for GPU acceleration and MATLAB for parallel computing implementations.
Dr. Grzegorz Gil is a Lecturer at the Department of International Security , Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin , Faculty of Political Science and Journalism. Holds a PhD in Political Science (2010) and MA in International Relations (2005) from UMCS. Research focuses on state failure , post-conflict recovery , and international security with regional expertise on Africa , Middle East , and Pacific states . Teaches courses on: International relations Humanitarian operations Australian foreign policy Economic diplomacy Publications (over 15 works) analyze state collapse (Somalia, Yemen, Colombia), military interventions , and regional integration (EU-ASEAN relations). Currently serves as expert for Team Europe Direct (2023–present) and juror in Academic Polish Oxford Debating Championships .
Dr. Andrzej Ożadowicz is a University Professor at the Department of Power Electronics and Automation of Energy Conversion Systems within the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Automatics, Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków, Poland. His office is located in room 510, building C-1, with contact details including phone +48 12 617 50 11 and email ozadow@agh.edu.pl. He holds PhD, DSc, and Engineering degrees, reflecting his dual expertise in academic research and practical engineering applications. His research spans Power Electronics, Building Automation, Smart Grids, and IoT-driven energy systems. Key interests include energy efficiency optimization through digital twins and BIM, distributed energy resource integration , and AI-enhanced demand management . Notably, he pioneers applications of deep reinforcement learning in home energy systems and develops frameworks for Smart Readiness Indicator implementation. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical case studies in building thermal modeling and dynamic façade systems. Recent publications (2021-2025) reveal three dominant trends: (1) Convergence of digital twin technology with building automation for real-time energy management; (2) Critical analysis of IoT security and interoperability in smart infrastructure; (3) Pedagogical innovations in engineering education through blended learning methodologies post-COVID-19. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on energy transition challenges and smart grid evolution. Professor Ożadowicz actively contributes to the Discipline Council for Automation, Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Space Technologies at AGH. He is instrumental in the AutBudNet initiative —a network of certified laboratories for energy efficiency assessment that implements "learning by doing" principles in building automation education. His work with this consortium emphasizes practical validation of smart grid technologies and demand response systems.
Filip Sondej is a Researcher at the Department of Cognitive Science within the Faculty of Philosophy at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland. His work bridges cognitive science and artificial intelligence, focusing on critical safety aspects of modern language models and multi-agent systems. His primary research interests include AI safety, LLM unlearning techniques, Chain-of-Thought faithfulness, AI conflict resolution, and digital sentience. Sondej's work addresses fundamental challenges in ensuring that increasingly powerful language models behave safely and align with human values. Analysis of Sondej's publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus combining cognitive neuroscience methodologies with AI safety research. His recent work demonstrates a clear trajectory from traditional cognitive neuroscience investigations toward cutting-edge AI safety mechanisms, particularly in developing methods for removing unsafe behaviors from language models while maintaining functionality. The publications show sophisticated integration of neural network analysis with human cognitive processes. Sondej collaborates extensively with researchers including Anna Grabowska and Magdalena Senderecka, appearing as co-author on multiple publications in high-impact journals such as NeuroImage, Cerebral Cortex, and Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience. His research program bridges theoretical cognitive science with practical AI safety applications.
Agneszka Kiełkiewicz-Janowiak is a University Professor at Adam Mickiewicz University's Faculty of English in Poznań, Poland, with over 40 years of academic leadership. Holding a D.Litt. in English linguistics (2002), she directs research at the intersection of sociolinguistics, healthcare communication, and language policy reform. Educational Background: MA in English, Adam Mickiewicz University (1984) Ph.D. in English, Adam Mickiewicz University (1990) D.Litt. in English linguistics, Adam Mickiewicz University (2002) Research Focus: Her work critically examines language variation across social strata , specializing in gender dynamics in Polish , age-related communication patterns , and cross-cultural healthcare discourse . Recent projects analyze euphemisms in aging narratives, linguistic adaptation of Polish migrants in the UK, and feminist language reforms. She employs discourse analysis to expose power structures in medical consultations and public debates. Scholarly Evolution: Publications from 2015-2024 reveal a strategic pivot toward medical sociolinguistics (doctor-patient communication in migration contexts) and language policy activism (gender-neutral language advocacy). This trajectory demonstrates applied linguistics addressing healthcare disparities and sociopolitical change, particularly through analysis of online medical forums and institutional communication. Honors: National Ministerial Research Award (1997) Dual Rector's Prizes for Administrative Leadership (2010, 2012) National Board of Education Medal (2013) University Gold Service Medal (2017) Project Leadership: She secured €500k+ in international funding (Norwegian Financial Instrument) for the ADOPOLNOR Media project studying adolescent health communication. As principal organizer of the Erasmus Summer School (2014) and COMET 2025 conference, she builds global networks bridging linguistics and medical humanities. Academic Citizenship: Serving on editorial boards of Poznań Studies in Contemporary Linguistics and Advances in Historical Sociolinguistics since 2005/2013, she has shaped discourse through guest-edited special issues (2012) and co-organization of 12+ Poznań Linguistic Meetings. Her conference leadership creates platforms for emerging scholars in medical communication research.
Marzena Cichosz is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political and Social Activity Research within the College of Political Science and Administration at the University of Wrocław. She serves as Vice-Dean for Student Affairs at the Faculty of Social Sciences (WNS) and heads her department. Research Focus: Political parties, electoral systems, social movements, public opinion, political marketing, and regional governance. Recent Publications: Analyzed populist rhetoric, Baltic Sea regional security, Polish electoral reforms, and anti-war mobilizations. Teaching: Offers courses on political communication, social diagnostics, and marketing research for Polish regional elections. Her work intersects with comparative politics and political sociology.
Dr. Renata Iwicka is a researcher at Jagiellonian University's Department of Comparative Civilization Studies, Faculty of Oriental Studies. Specializing in Japanese and Sinology within literary studies, she holds a PhD in Cultural Studies and maintains significant translation work of Japanese literature from the Taishō period, particularly focusing on Akutagawa Ryūnosuke. Key Research Areas: Nationalism in East Asia, Japanese-Korean cultural relations, social media impact on national identity, and demonology in historical contexts. Academic Contributions: Edited volumes on male image representations, explored post-war reconciliation mechanisms through media, and analyzed the evolution of masculinity in Korean television. Publications Trend: Recent works focus on internet-era nationalism (Kamikakushi, Dokdo disputes) and cultural cross-pollination between Japan and Korea, with methodological approaches combining narrative analysis, cultural anthropology, and media studies. Awards: Pro Arte Docendi Award (2016/17), ID.UJ research funding (2023) Projects: Neonationalism on the Internet, Zainichi ethnic minority studies, and historical analysis of Japanese demonology. Her non-scientific interests include physics and toxicology, while maintaining active research trips and interdisciplinary approaches blending literary analysis with cultural theory.
Bydgoszcz University of Science and TechnologyPoland
Professor Dorota Chwieduk is a distinguished faculty member at the Division of Refrigeration and Energy in Buildings within the Faculty of Power and Aeronautical Engineering at Warsaw University of Technology. She serves as Deputy Director of the Institute of Heating Engineering and heads the Post Diploma Study program on Energy Efficient Buildings, Energy Characteristics of Buildings, Energy Auditing and Thermal Refurbishment. With a career spanning decades, Professor Chwieduk has established herself as a leading expert in solar energy applications and building energy efficiency. Her research focuses on unconventional energy conversion methods, solar technologies, heat transfer in buildings, renewable energy systems integration, thermal energy storage (including phase change materials), and energy performance assessment. She has published extensively in these fields, with numerous high-impact journal articles and book contributions. Solar Energy in Buildings: Thermal Balance for Efficient Heating and Cooling (Elsevier, 2014) Multiple publications on PV/T systems, building-integrated solar technologies, and thermal energy storage Research on high latitude building design and energy performance Professor Chwieduk's work demonstrates consistent focus on practical applications of renewable energy technologies in building systems, with particular attention to climate-specific design considerations and energy optimization. Her research bridges theoretical modeling with practical implementation, contributing significantly to advancing sustainable building technologies. Scientific Awards: Gold Medal from President of Republic of Poland for Long Service for the Country (2013) Best Scientific Achievements award from Rector of Warsaw University of Technology (2012) Pioneer of Renewable Energy award by World Renewable Energy Network (2008) Promoter of Renewable Energy award by Clean Energy magazine (2006) Throughout her career, Professor Chwieduk has actively contributed to national and international energy policy development, serving on numerous expert committees and leading significant research projects focused on renewable energy integration and building energy efficiency. Her work has influenced both academic research and practical implementation of sustainable building technologies in Poland and internationally.
Bydgoszcz University of Science and TechnologyPoland
Łukasz Szabłowski is a habilitated doctor (dr hab. inż.) and academic researcher at the Institute of Heat Engineering (ITC) of Warsaw University of Technology , working within the Department of Power Machinery and Equipment at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Power and Aerospace Engineering. He serves as an Editor and Journal Manager for the Journal of Power Technologies and actively contributes to the academic community through research, teaching, and supervision of student projects. Dr. Szabłowski's research focuses on distributed energy systems, energy storage technologies, and the application of artificial intelligence in energy management . His work spans multiple aspects of modern energy systems including Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) , Liquid Air Energy Storage (LAES) , hydrogen energy systems , and mathematical modeling of energy conversion processes . He has developed expertise in exergy analysis of energy systems and the application of artificial neural networks for control strategies in distributed generation units. His research addresses critical challenges in integrating renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, and developing innovative storage solutions for modern power systems. His most recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on advanced energy storage technologies and intelligent control systems . The 2023 habilitation monograph represents a comprehensive analysis of mathematical modeling and energy/exergy assessment of compressed air energy storage systems. His work in 2018-2020 expanded into comparative analysis of different storage technologies, neural network applications for fuel cell control, and dynamic modeling of solar heating plants with seasonal storage. These publications consistently appear in high-impact journals such as Energy , Renewable Energy , and the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy , reflecting the significance and quality of his research contributions. Dr. Szabłowski actively supervises student projects with topics including hydrogen-powered gas turbines , combined cycle systems , CAES and LAES energy storage , steam reforming processes , and artificial neural network applications in energy systems. He utilizes advanced simulation tools including GateCycle , Aspen HYSYS , Matlab , and MS Excel with PPIE for his research and teaching activities. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications in modern energy systems, contributing significantly to the development of sustainable energy technologies in Poland and internationally.
Professor Małgorzata Zachara-Szymańska is a distinguished scholar at the Jagiellonian University's Faculty of International and Political Studies, where she serves in the Institute of American Studies and Polish Diaspora. With expertise spanning global leadership, international relations, and US foreign policy, she has established herself as a leading academic voice in transatlantic studies. Her career includes research positions at prestigious institutions including Imperial College London (2022-2023), Hertie School of Governance (Berlin, 2023), Centre of Social Innovation (Vienna, 2015), and University of Wisconsin-Madison (2008). Professor Zachara-Szymańska's scholarly contributions have been recognized through multiple Rector's awards for scientific achievements at the Jagiellonian University. Her educational background has positioned her at the forefront of research on globalization and political leadership, with particular emphasis on Poland's role within transatlantic frameworks. Her research program examines how traditional leadership models adapt to contemporary challenges including digital communication, global crises, and shifting power dynamics between the United States and Europe. She investigates the intersection of leadership in globalization, global governance mechanisms, and the impact of new information technologies on international relations. Her work particularly emphasizes transatlantic relations, US foreign policy, and knowledge management in organizations. Professor Zachara-Szymańska's publications reveal a consistent exploration of leadership paradigms across different contexts - from crisis management to generational shifts in political engagement. Her recent work addresses pressing contemporary issues including AI governance, the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and the evolving nature of political leadership in the digital age. Rector's awards for scientific achievements (multiple) Scholarship holder of the Italian government - University of Cagliari (2019) As an academic leader, Professor Zachara-Szymańska has directed significant research projects including 'Negotiating Cultural Differences in the Digital Communication Era' (National Science Centre; HARMONIA grant) and 'Poland in Transatlantic Relations' (National Science Centre; SONATA grant). She served as Head of the MA in TransAtlantic Studies program from 2011 to 2019 and has authored numerous application projects transferring scientific knowledge to business contexts (2010-2015). Professor Zachara-Szymańska maintains an active public presence as a media commentator, regularly appearing on TOK FM radio and other platforms to provide expert analysis on US politics, presidential elections, and international relations. Her media commentary spans from 2020 through 2025, with recent appearances discussing Trump-Putin meetings, US political dynamics, and global leadership challenges.
Piotr Koniorczyk is a full professor at the Military University of Technology, specializing in mechanical engineering and thermal sciences. His research focuses on thermophysical properties of materials, heat transfer in engineering systems, and advanced materials for aerospace and defense applications. He has published over 91 articles and supervised 12 promoted theses, demonstrating expertise in topics such as thermal analysis of metals, composite materials, and thermal management systems. His work includes studies on steel barrel heat transfer in firearms, thermophysical properties of tool steels, and passive cooling solutions for high-power electronics. Notable projects involve numerical simulations of heat transfer in rocket engines and gun barrels, as well as investigations into phase-change materials for thermal energy storage. His research has contributed to advancements in materials science, thermal engineering, and aerospace technology.
