International Seminar on Polymer Materials in Environmental and Climate Protection

2025-06-10

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

Register now!

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: 7 July 2025

– Abstract submission deadline: 7 July 2025

– Oral presentation selection by: 7 July 2025

General Information

PLEASE SEND YOUR ABSTRACT TO: polymertalent@cmpw-pan.pl

Files to download:

Abstract_template_POLYMERTALENT Pobierz

Poster_template_POLYMERTALENT Pobierz

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ACCEPT ONE POSTER PER PERSON

Book of abstracts seminar.pdf

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

🗓 17 July 2025 (Thursday)
📍 International Seminar on Polymer Materials in Environmental and Climate Protection

PROGRAMME

09:00 – 09:30 – Registration
09:30 – 09:40 – Welcome Address

Morning Session (Chairs: 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 – 10:30 – Photocurable Double Dynamic Polyester Resins with Circular End-Of-Life
R. Mattsson, M. Hakkarainen, Department of Fibre and Polymer Technology, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden

10:30 – 10:45 – Hybrid Electrospun Poly(L-Lactide-co-D,L-Lactide) Materials with Antioxidant and Photocatalytic Properties
I. Anastasova, P. Tsekova, M. Ignatova, O. Stoilova, Laboratory of Bioactive Polymers, Institute of Polymers, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia, Bulgaria

10:45 – 11:00 – Mechanical Impact of Yerba Mate Waste Fillers in PHBV Biocomposites
A. Thakur, K. Duale, M. Musioł, M. Kowalczuk, Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland and Joint Doctoral School, Silesian University of Technology, Akademicka 2A, 44-100, Gliwice, Poland “Mechanical Impact

11:00 – 11:15 – Application of Bacterial Cellulose Developed from Waste Materials, as Mulch Film for Sustainable Agriculture
Z. Mansoor, F. Tchuenbou-Magaia, G. Manning, I. Radecka, H. Khan, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton WV1 1 LY, UK

11:15 – 11:30 – Exploring Conductive Biopolymer Composites: From Environmental Remediation to Biomedical Potential
R. Stříž, I. Minisy, P. Bober, O. Taboubi, J. Smilek, A. Kovalcik, Faculty of Chemistry, Brno University of Technology, Czechia

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 – 15:35 – Modified Silica Functionalized with 1,3,5-Trione as a Potential Inorganic Cation Catcher
M. Medrihan, B. C. Condurache, M. Ignat, V. Harabagiu, “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iasi, Romania

15:35 – 15:50 – Integrated Experimental and Mathematical Approaches for Exploring Chemical Modifications of Furan-Based Polyesters
K. Walkowiak, S. Paszkiewicz, West Pomeranian University of Technology, Department of Materials Technology, Al. Piastow 19, 70-310 Szczecin, Poland
15:50 – 16:05 – Poly(2-isopropenyl-2-oxazoline) Brushes Grown from Silica Substrates via Surface Initiated Photochemically Induced Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (SI-photoATRP)
N. Konios, D. Pathiwada, Z. Kroneková, J. Mosnáček, Polymer Institute, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Dúbravská cesta 9, 845 41 Bratislava, Slovakia
16:05 – 16:20 – Characterization and Exposure Assessment of Indoor Microplastics in Hospital Indoor Settled Dust: First Insides from India
N. Mehta, B. Kozielska, Department of Air Protection, Faculty of Energy and Environmental Engineering, Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland
16:20 – 16:35 – Microbial Degradation Strategies for Emerging Pollutants: A Platform for Future Application in Biodegradable Polymer Breakdown and Environmental Protection
B. Dave, E. Łobos-Moysa, Department of Water and Wastewater Engineering, Faculty of Environmental Engineering, Mining and Energy

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