Robert Frankowski

Dr. Robert Frankowski is a researcher at the Department of General and Analytical Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemical Technology at Poznan University of Technology. He earned his PhD in chemical sciences in 2021 and has been actively contributing to environmental chemistry research, particularly in the areas of water pollution analysis and biodegradation processes.

• Education: B.Eng. in Chemical Technology (2015), M.Sc.Eng. in Composites and Nanomaterials (2016)
• Position: Assistant at the Department of General and Analytical Chemistry (2020-present)
• Specialization: Environmental monitoring, Chromatographic methods, Analysis of bioactive compounds

Dr. Frankowski's research focuses on environmental monitoring with particular emphasis on the determination of endocrine-disrupting compounds in water systems. His work spans multiple analytical approaches including chromatographic methods for detecting bisphenols, parabens, and other contaminants in surface waters and consumer products. He has conducted significant research on biodegradation processes for removing environmental pollutants, particularly focusing on bisphenols and their substitutes. His laboratory work extends to the analysis of bioactive compounds in various beverages including tea, coffee, and herbal infusions, examining how processing methods affect their chemical composition.

An analysis of Dr. Frankowski's recent publications reveals a strong trend toward environmental analytical chemistry with increasing focus on emerging contaminants. His work covers a broad spectrum from fundamental analytical method development to applied environmental monitoring and risk assessment. The research areas include water pollution analysis (particularly pharmaceuticals and personal care products), biodegradation processes, microplastic interactions with contaminants, and food safety analysis related to beverage preparation methods.

Dr. Frankowski has contributed to numerous collaborative research projects, often working with colleagues from the same department and other institutions. His research has been published in reputable journals including Journal of Environmental Management, Science of the Total Environment, and Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his work that bridges environmental science, analytical chemistry, and food safety.

He is actively involved in teaching, conducting calculation exercises in General and Inorganic Chemistry as well as laboratory classes in General and Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Instrumental Analysis. His teaching responsibilities reflect his expertise in both fundamental chemical principles and advanced analytical techniques.