Małgorzata Zienkiewicz-Strzałka

Dr. Małgorzata Zienkiewicz-Strzałka is an Assistant Professor at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University's Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Physical Chemistry. Her research focuses on crystallography, materials chemistry, and synthesis/characterization of porous systems with metallic nanostructures. She investigates nanocomposite applicability for biomedical and environmental purposes, particularly water treatment solutions.

• PhD in Chemistry (2013) - UMCS
• MSc in Chemistry (2009-2011) - UMCS
• BSc in Chemistry (2004-2007) - UMCS

Her work on mesoporous carbons, silver-chitosan composites, and nanofiber systems has led to significant advancements in dye removal, heavy metal adsorption, and antimicrobial material development. Google Scholar publications (2012-2025) demonstrate consistent contributions to materials science and environmental chemistry.

Research trends include:

• Nanostructured material synthesis
• Adsorption process optimization
• Biopolymer composite development
• Surface modification techniques
• Environmental application testing

Scientific awards:

• 6 Rector's Team Awards (2014-2023)
• 1 Rector's III-degree award (2014)

She collaborates with institutions across Ukraine, Russia, and Poland, utilizing advanced techniques like SAXS, XPS, TEM, and chromatography. Her work bridges fundamental material science with practical water treatment applications.