International Seminar on Polymer Materials in Environmental and Climate Protection
The seminar is organized by the Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials of the Polish Academy of Sciences on July 17, 2025 (Thursday) and is funded by the NAWA ‘Welcome to Poland’ project, supported by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (Project No. BNP/WTP/2023/1/00015).
Join Us an International Seminar on Polymer Materials in Environmental and Climate Protection!
We warmly invite PhD students to participate in an international seminar dedicated to the role of polymer materials in environmental and climate protection. This unique scientific event will combine the latest knowledge in the field of polymer chemistry, recycling technologies, and ecological innovations with the exchange of experiences.
The event will offer an opportunity to learn about scientific and technological advancements in biodegradable and sustainable plastics, as well as innovative methods for their recycling and reuse. Special attention will also be given to practical applications in agriculture and technologies that support water retention and soil protection.
During oral presentations and the poster session, participants will have the opportunity to exchange knowledge and experiences with experts, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and the joint pursuit of ecological solutions.
We are looking forward to meeting you in Zabrze
Organizing Committee
Seminar fee
The seminar is intended for PhD students interested in polymer chemistry, recycling technologies, and innovations aimed at environmental and climate protection.
Participation in the event is limited to a maximum of 35 PhD students.
Recruitment of participants will be carried out on equal terms, in the order of applications, until all places are filled, using the application form available on the CMPW PAN website https://cmpw-pan.pl/ and sent to the following e-mail address: polymertalent@cmpw-pan.pl
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Based on submitted abstracts, the Scientific Committee will select 10 participants for oral presentations. All other accepted participants will present their research during the poster session.
Participation Fee
Participation is free of charge. Each participant will receive conference materials and have access to coffee breaks and lunch.
Important Dates
– Registration deadline: 30 June 2025
– Abstract submission deadline: 30 June 2025
– Oral presentation selection by: 3 July 2025
General Information
PLEASE SEND YOUR ABSTRACT TO: polymertalent@cmpw-pan.pl
Files to download:
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ACCEPT ONE POSTER PER PERSON
Contact
Secretary of the conference:
Magdalena Martinka Maksymiak
Silke Andra-Żmuda
tel. +48 32 271 60 77 ext. 217
e-mail: polymertalent@cmpw-pan.pl
Conference Venue
The seminar will be held on 17th of July 2025 at Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences in Zabrze.
PROGRAMME
09:00 – 09:30 – Registration
09:30 – 09:40 – Welcome Address
Morning Session (Chair: Prof. G. Adamus / Dr. K. Filus)
09:40 – 10:15 – From Trash to Treasure – Role of Microbes in the Circular Economy
Prof. I. Radecka, University of Wolverhampton, School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences, Faculty of Science & Engineering
10:15 – 11:30 – Oral Presentations by PhD Students (5 presentations, 10 minutes each)
11:30 – 12:00 – Coffee Break & Poster Session
12:00 – 12:35 – Transforming Science with Artificial Intelligence: A Beginner’s Guide
Dr. K. Filus, Institute of Theoretical and Applied Informatics, Polish Academy of Sciences
12:35 – 13:35 – Artificial Intelligence for Scientists: Using Generative Models for Research and Data Analysis – AI Practical Workshops (2 groups × 30 min) & Poster Session
Dr. K. Filus, Institute of Theoretical and Applied Informatics, Polish Academy of Sciences
13:35 – 14:30 – Lunch Break
Afternoon Session (Chairs: Prof. I. Radecka / Prof. M. Kowalczuk)
14:30 – 15:20 – Poster Session
15:20 – 16:35 – Oral Presentations by PhD Students (5 presentations, 10 minutes each)
16:35 – 17:10 – Forensic Engineering of Advanced Polymer Materials for Environmental and Climate Protection
Prof. M. Kowalczuk, Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences
17:10 – Closing Remarks
Prof. M. Kowalczuk
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Prof. Grażyna Adamus
Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences
Dr. Katarzyna Filus
Institute of Theoretical and Applied Informatics, Polish Academy of Sciences
Prof. Marek Kowalczuk
Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences
Prof. Iza Radecka
University of Wolverhampton, School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences, Faculty of Science & Engineering
Prof. Urszula Szeluga
Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Magdalena Martinka Maksymiak – the Head of Committee
Silke Andrä-Żmuda
Paweł Chaber
Kamil Dawid
International Seminar on Polymer Materials in Environmental and Climate Protection
ORGANIZED BY:
Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials
Polish Academy of Science
ul. M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34
41-819 Zabrze
