Paulina Rakowska

Dr. Paulina Rakowska is a Researcher at the University of Southampton, affiliated with the National Biofilms Innovation Centre (NBIC). She specializes in biofilm research, analytical chemistry, and antimicrobial surface development. Her work bridges microbiology, material science, and biomedical engineering, with a focus on applications in sustainable agriculture, infection control, and drug delivery systems.

As the Biofilms Standards and Reg Prog Mngr, she leads initiatives to standardize biofilm research methodologies and promote cross-sectoral collaborations. Her research employs advanced techniques like secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) and molecular layer deposition to study biofilm structure, antiviral surface mechanisms, and drug interactions with biological systems.

Key contributions include collaborations with international teams on sustainable agriculture biofilm applications and economic analyses of biofilm-related industries. She actively participates in projects such as the National Biofilms Innovation Centre and contributes to interdisciplinary efforts in biofilm innovation.