Earth Day with EU GREEN
26.04.2024
Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences joins world Earth Day celebrations as part of the EU GREEN Alliance – students enjoyed physical activity, discussed well-being, and cleaned up the Odra river areas and participated in planting workshops
Research integrity and honesty in the AI era – an international project at UPWr
26.04.2024
How do we conduct research in the age of AI? How do we teach research integrity and honesty in practice? Scientists from UPWr have just received funding from the National Agency of the Erasmus+ Program and the European Solidarity Corps under Action 2, Partnerships for Cooperation.
Master Thesis Training Workshops – exchange of knowledge and experience
24.04.2024
Julia Gawron and Radosław Pszonicki participated in the Master Thesis Training workshops organized as part of the Baltic University Programme at Uppsala University. The program provided an excellent opportunity to further consult their work, receive support from experts, and establish contacts with students from across the Baltic Sea region.
One program, two events. EU GREEN Innovation Days behind us
22.04.2024
During the three-day event focused on innovative technological solutions and startups, participants had the opportunity to equip themselves with knowledge, tools, courage, and above all, inspiration for their own business ventures.
Veterinary students with an international scholarship from FVE
12.04.2024
Two students from UPWr were distinguished in the European scholarship program conducted by the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) and MSD Animal Health. The program supports future veterinarians in their education and professional development.
Two teams from UPWr on the podium in the final of the National Veterinary Emergency Medicine Competition for Dogs and Cats
09.04.2024
In the final of the 2nd National Veterinary Emergency Medicine Competition for Dogs and Cats, organized by the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, twelve teams qualified, representing various veterinary medicine departments. Among the participants were three teams from UPWr, two of which secured the top spots on the podium, finishing first and second.
The Kiplin challenge „Get Active" – fostering wellness and connectivity across European universities
03.04.2024
In an innovative initiative that marries technology with physical fitness, the University of Angers has unveiled the "Get Active" challenge, an event set to sweep across the academic landscape of the European Union. Scheduled to run from April 8th to April 28th, 2024, this connected sports challenge is not just a call to action against sedentary lifestyles but also a testament to the spirit of unity and competitive camaraderie among the EU GREEN Alliance universities.
New dimention of athropogenesis
02.04.2024
The collaboration of Dr. hab. Dariusz Nowakowski with the Department of Anthropology at the University of Wrocław is set to revolutionize the way students explore the secrets of human evolution.
Reserach papers of the week – March 2024
01.04.2024
We present the highest-score research papers of March 2024. These papers have ben published in journals with the highest Ministerial score – 200 points.
FOODCITYBOOST. Exploring Urban Agriculture
28.03.2024
Dr. Marta Sylla from the Institute of Spatial Economy will lead the FOODCITYBOOST project on urban agriculture. This European initiative is implemented within the EU's Horizon Europe research and innovation program. Researchers from the Institute of Spatial Economy, the Department of Horticulture, and the Department of Landscape Architecture at Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences will be conducting the project.
Earth Hour with Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences
26.03.2024
Earth Hour 2024. Poland has participated in the WWF campaign for the 17th time, this time focusing on the poor state of rivers, with the Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences playing a significant role.
FARMWISE: How to protect water in soil
20.03.2024
FARMWISE is a project funded by the European Union, carried out in cooperation with foreign partners, including those from Sweden. In total, it involves 20 entities from 12 countries, including the University of Environmental and Life Sciences in Wrocław.
Rescuing the African penguin
18.03.2024
Paweł Borecki from the UPWr Doctoral School is conducting research aimed at protecting one of the most endangered penguin species – the African penguin. His work opens up new possibilities in the conservation of endangered species through cryopreservation of genetic material.
BioExplor project unveils basic science solutions for health and industry
15.03.2024
The BioExplor project, under the leadership of visiting Professor El-Sayed R. El-Sayed is paving new paths in fungal research, with findings that could revolutionize the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries. This project, based at UPWr and carried out within the BioActiv LRG led by Professor Filip Boratyński, is exploring the untapped potential of endophytic fungi, leading to discoveries that span from potential new antibiotics to the production of natural pigments.
Prof. Krzysztof Kubiak appointed as new Rector of UPWr
13.03.2024
Prof. Krzysztof Kubiak from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine has been appointed as the new rector of the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences. His term will begin on September 1, 2024.
Fast, efficient, economical – nearly perfect plasma
11.03.2024
The use of cold plasma in food technology is very promising. It could even revolutionize the food industry – says Dr. Klaudia Masztalerz. She emphasizes, however, that further research is needed to confirm the safety of this innovative method.
UPWr becomes a member of international projects under the Interreg Central Europe program
07.03.2024
The Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences will participate in three new international projects carried out under the Interreg Central Europe Program, funded by the European Regional Development Fund. These are foodCIRCUS, Climate_CRICES, and URBIO BAUHAUS.
Culinary e-book by UPWr students: nutritious and tasty
05.03.2024
Students specializing in human nutrition and dietetics have prepared a culinary e-book featuring recipes with Nutridrink as the main ingredient – a high-energy nutritional supplement. These dishes are designed to meet the needs and address the issues of individuals suffering from illnesses, including cancer.
WRO4diglTal and UPWr for Digital Europe
01.03.2024
The Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences is a member of the WRO4diglTal consortium, which creates the EDIH – European Digital Innovation Hub. The program developed by the European Commission to coordinate and support the digital transformation of economies aims to increase the level of digitalization in the EU, thereby increasing the competitive advantage of companies and improving the functioning of public administration.
Research papers of the week – February 2024
01.03.2024
We present the highest-score research papers of February 2024. These papers have ben published in journals with the highest Ministerial score – 200 points.
Appetite-regulating scents: swap sweets for scented blotters
28.02.2024
Dr. Jacek Łyczko's team from the Department of Food Chemistry and Biocatalysis at UPWr is embarking on consumer studies in the final phase of his research on creating a new generation of appetite-regulating agents. The scented prototypes have already been designed: 12 of them to stimulate appetite (e.g., for seniors) and 4 to reduce it, which will interest individuals with obesity. Some of these have already been filed for patent by the university.
New board for the Convention of the Doctoral Student Council has been elected
26.02.2024
Chairman of the Convention of the Doctoral Student Council, Adam Cegła, and vice-chairs: Justyna Załuska and Rafał Ramut discuss their plans and objectives for the upcoming year.
MERIT grant awarded to scientist at UPWr
23.02.2024
Dr. Radosław Zajdel from the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences has been awarded a MERIT grant for the project "BIG4," which aims to explore the full potential of GNSS technology for precise geodetic research and monitoring of Earth's changes.
