Wanda Wilczyńska-Michalik serves as Professor at the Institute of Geography, Pedagogical University of Krakow since 1994. Her research bridges environmental geochemistry and urban air quality, focusing on pollution impacts in Krakow through mineralogical analysis of atmospheric particles. Her research interests center on atmospheric pollution characterization , with three interconnected pillars: (1) Microplastic quantification in urban aerosols using innovative semi-quantitative frameworks, (2) Mineralogical fingerprinting of technoparticles (magnetic particles, TiO 2 nanoparticles, combustion by-products), and (3) Long-term documentation of pollution-induced deterioration in historical stone monuments. This work uniquely connects source identification , environmental transport , and health/cultural impacts in Central European urban contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals evolving methodological sophistication: early work (2014-2018) established combustion emission profiles, while 2019-2022 research pioneered microplastic threat assessment and integrated aerosol microbiology. Current studies emphasize applied environmental forensics with direct policy relevance for urban air quality management. As a long-tenured professor, she maintains active supervision of graduate researchers through the Institute of Geography. Her publication record demonstrates consistent grant funding, particularly for Krakow-focused atmospheric monitoring projects. Collaborative patterns show strong institutional partnerships across Polish research universities. Her laboratory work operates within the university's shared geoscience facilities, contributing to Krakow's status as a European reference site for urban pollution studies. Current projects address urgent needs in microplastic regulation and cultural heritage preservation amid increasing anthropogenic pressures.


