جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Peatland Palaeoecology
• Neodymium Isotopes
• Fire History Reconstruction
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Katarzyna Marcisz is a Polish palaeoecologist affiliated with Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań . Her research focuses on reconstructing environmental changes using peatland archives, with expertise in isotope geochemistry, testate amoebae analysis, and fire history modeling. Lead author on Neodymium isotope studies in peatlands Developed continental-scale testate amoebae transfer functions Recipient of multiple National Science Centre (Poland) grants Research Highlights: Her work spans three key areas: Peatland Dynamics: Investigated hydrological stability over the Holocene using high-resolution 14 C and 210 Pb dating Fire Ecology: Quantified fire activity interactions with vegetation across European lowlands and alpine regions Isotope Tracing: Advanced Nd isotopes as local environmental disturbance indicators in peat records Recent publications emphasize: Carbon sequestration potential in kettle-hole peatlands Human-climate interactions in fire regimes Testate amoebae as bioindicators for ecosystem changes Key methodological contributions include improving dating resolution in ombrotrophic peat profiles and developing eDNA metabarcoding applications for palaeoecological studies.

Maja Łukomska-Kowalczykمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Molecular Identification
• DNA Metabarcoding
• Phylogenetics
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Dr. Maja Łukomska-Kowalczyk is a researcher at the University of Warsaw, specializing in the molecular and phylogenetic analysis of autotrophic euglenids. Her work focuses on DNA metabarcoding, biodiversity assessment, and taxonomic classification of these microorganisms. She has contributed to the discovery of new species such as Euglena mazurica and Euglenaria clepsydroides , advancing understanding of euglenid evolution and ecology. Her research projects include environmental sequencing initiatives to map autotrophic euglenid diversity and developing protocols for DNA isolation using chelating resins. She has published extensively in journals like Protist , Journal of Phycology , and TAXON , addressing topics ranging from species delimitation to molecular diagnostics of toxic species like Euglena sanguinea . Łukomska-Kowalczyk's work intersects microbiology, ecology, and evolutionary biology, with applications in environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. She collaborates on projects involving cyanobacteria fossilization and lake ecosystem studies, demonstrating interdisciplinary research expertise.

Michał Karlickiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Marine Ecology
• Microbial Ecology
• Bioinformatics
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Michał Karlicki is a researcher at the Faculty of Biology, University of Warsaw, specializing in the ecology of aquatic ecosystems, bioinformatics, and meta-omics approaches. His work focuses on interspecies interactions among protists and prokaryotes, leveraging machine learning to analyze eukaryotic microorganism diversity. Research Projects : Biodiversity analysis of eukaryotic microorganisms at saline-freshwater borders using 18S rRNA amplicon sequencing. Technical Expertise : Meta-omics data analysis, pipeline development (e.g., MetaPlastHunter), and single-cell genomics. Scientific Trends : His recent publications emphasize machine learning integration with metagenomics, plastid genome exploration, and environmental DNA dynamics in aquatic and soil systems. Scientific Awards : Holz-Conner Travel Grant (2019) Honors : Distinction in Best Master Thesis in Bioinformatics (2019) Labs & Teams : Affiliated with the Eukaryotic Microorganisms Genomics and Evolution group, collaborating on international projects with institutions like Nanyang Technological University and the Phycological Society of America.

Bożena Zakryśمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Taxonomy
• Phylogenetics
• Ecology of Autotrophic Euglenids
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Prof. Bożena Zakryś is a distinguished academic at the University of Warsaw, specializing in the taxonomy, phylogenetics, and ecology of autotrophic euglenids. Her roles include leading and participating in numerous research projects, such as the OPUS 12 project on environmental sequencing of euglenids and prior NCN-funded studies on molecular taxonomy and chloroplast evolution. She has held leadership roles in projects like the Spanish-funded 'Flora of fresh water algae of Iberian Peninsula' and the U.S.-based 'Floristic, taxonomic and biogeographic studies of green euglenoids.' Research Focus: Euglenid biodiversity, molecular systematics, and evolutionary biology. Awards: Multiple awards from the University of Warsaw, including the Silver Cross of Merit for didactic achievements and organizational contributions. International Collaboration: Active in Spanish, Korean, and U.S. projects, focusing on euglenid diversity and taxonomy. Her research integrates morphological and molecular data to resolve taxonomic ambiguities and elucidate evolutionary relationships. Key contributions include the discovery of new euglenid species (e.g., Euglena mazurica ) and advancements in metabarcoding techniques for microbial biodiversity assessment. She also contributes to didactics and forensic botany.

Natalia Gumińskaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Structural Variants in Eukaryotic Genomes
• Circular Extrachromosomal DNA (eccDNA)
• Unconventional Genetic Regulation Mechanisms
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Natalia Gumińska is a researcher at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, specializing in structural variants of eukaryotic genomes, particularly circular extrachromosomal DNA (eccDNA) and unconventional genetic regulation mechanisms such as nonconventional splicing and polyadenylation. Her research focuses on euglenids, a group of photosynthetic protists, with projects including the analysis of eccDNA dynamics and the development of metabarcoding methods for environmental samples. Her work has been recognized with awards such as the Best Poster Award at the 8th European Congress of Protistology (2019) and the Holz-Conner Travel Award (2017). Key contributions include studies on RNA splicing pathways in Euglena gracilis and the molecular characterization of unconventional genetic elements in euglenids. She collaborates with institutions across Poland and internationally, contributing to workshops and conferences on protistology and molecular biology. Her research bridges fundamental genomic studies with applied methodologies, such as optimizing DNA extraction protocols for euglenid genomics. She actively participates in initiatives like the Visegrad Fund’s euglenid research network, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding protist evolution and genetics.

Rafał Milanowskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics and Genomics of Protists
• Molecular Evolution
• Molecular Phylogeny
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Prof. Rafał Milanowski is a Professor and Head of the Institute of Evolutionary Biology at the University of Warsaw. His research focuses on the genetics and genomics of protists, molecular evolution, and molecular phylogeny. Current projects include studying nonconventional introns in euglenids and their evolutionary implications. Recent work emphasizes DNA barcoding methods for taxonomic resolution of euglenids and the analysis of circular DNA structures. He leads a research group investigating mitochondrial genome diversity, stress responses in Euglena, and phylogenetic relationships within Euglenida. Key contributions include taxonomic revisions of morphologically similar species and methodological advancements in DNA isolation and metabarcoding. His work bridges classical taxonomy with molecular techniques, addressing gaps in understanding euglenid biodiversity and evolution. Research projects include: Characteristics of nonconventional introns in nuclear genes of euglenids (Nowe Idee 2B, IDUB) Evolution of introns in nuclear genes of euglenids (NCN OPUS 2015/19/B/NZ8/00166) Characteristics of nonconventional introns in nuclear genes of euglenids (NCN OPUS 2016/21/B/NZ2/01759) Publications highlight innovations in circular DNA analysis, taxonomic protocols, and genomic methodologies. Collaborations involve international teams in molecular biology and phycology. His research contributes to foundational understanding of protist biology and evolutionary mechanisms.

• Marine Biology
• Ecology
• Zooplankton
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Dr. hab. Agata Weydmann-Zwolicka, University of Gdańsk professor, serves as Head of the Division of Marine Plankton Research at the Faculty of Oceanography and Geography. Specializing in Arctic zooplankton ecology , she investigates climate change impacts on polar ecosystems and genetic diversity of marine species. PhD in Oceanography (University of Gdańsk & UNIS, 2010) Doctor habilitatus in Earth Sciences (Oceanography, 2018) Her research focuses on zooplankton dynamics in Arctic fjords, mitochondrial genome analysis , and environmental monitoring of marine ecosystems. Recent studies examine DNA metabarcoding for species identification and oceanic front influences on biodiversity. Key projects include Pan-Arctic population studies of Calanus glacialis , meroplankton dynamics in the Gulf of Gdańsk, and atlantification effects on Arctic ecosystems. She leads strategic initiatives like the MITCAL project on Arctic copepod genetics. Scientific Awards Individual award from Institute of Oceanology PAN (2014, 2012) ASSEMBLE scholarships (2013, 2011) MARS Travel Award (2005) Active in international networks like ICEST , ARCTOS , and APECS , she contributes to Arctic marine ecosystem research and policy frameworks.