Katarzyna Szymczyk

Katarzyna Szymczyk is a Professor at the Institute of Chemical Sciences within the Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, specializing in the Department of Interface Phenomena. She has been recognized for her work on surfactant behavior, interfacial tension, and plant-derived active substances through multiple awards, including the UMCS Rector's Team Award and Bronze Medal for Long Service. Her academic career includes habilitation in chemical sciences (2015) and a PhD (2007) from the same university.

• Education:
  • Master's in Chemistry (2002)
  • PhD in Chemistry (2007)
  • Habilitation in Chemical Sciences (2015)

Her research focuses on adsorption/aggregation mechanisms of surfactants, solubilization in micellar systems, and interfacial energy analysis. Her publication record (88 publications, WoS h-index 25) demonstrates expertise in surfactant chemistry and physical chemistry of solutions.

Recent publications examine temperature-dependent surfactant behavior (Triton X-114/Tween 80), bioflavonoid-alcohol interactions, and biosurfactant properties. Her work has significant implications for pharmaceuticals, materials science, and environmental chemistry.

• Scientific Awards:
  • 2007: Distinction for doctoral dissertation
  • 2007: Dean's Award for best doctoral thesis
  • 2010/2012/2013/2014/2016: Rector's Team Awards
  • 2015: Individual Rector's Award for habilitation
  • 2016: Bronze Medal for Long Service
  • 2016: Komisja Edukacji Narodowej Medal