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Malgorzata A. Witek is an Associate Research Professor at the University of Kansas's Department of Chemistry. Her research focuses on developing microfluidic technologies for isolating liquid biopsy markers such as circulating tumor cells (CTCs), exosomes, and cell-free DNA, with applications in precision medicine. She leads the NIH/NIBIB-funded Center of BioModular Multiscale Systems for Precision Medicine (CBMM), coordinating collaborative projects and training initiatives. Her work emphasizes tailored treatment approaches for diseases like cancers, stroke, and cystic fibrosis.
Dr. Witek teaches Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (CHEM 401) and Instrumental Analysis (CHEM 636), and mentors through KU’s Emerging Scholars Program. She has earned awards including the 2021 Steven F. Warren Research Achievement Award and recognition in the Women in Microfluidics & BioMEMS List (2019).
Her research spans cancer diagnostics, biomarker isolation, and microfluidic device innovation. Key contributions include the SMART-Chip platform for rare target analysis and advancements in CTC subpopulation profiling. She collaborates across disciplines to translate lab-on-a-chip systems into clinical applications.
