Studenckie koła naukoweStudent Scientific Associations

The SSA addresses issues related to nephrology and transplantology at meetings and provides opportunities to participate in writing scientific papers, traveling to conferences, and being on-call at the clinic.

The SSA’s monthly meetings include lectures and discussions led by practicing physicians, psychologists, and students. The topics of the meetings go beyond the material covered in the course of study for a medical degree and are usually the initiative of students resulting from their interests and desire to gain a broader view of psychiatry and human social functioning.

Participation in the SSA also provides an opportunity for active scientific development through participation in research and grants, creation of scientific papers, and presentation of results at national and international conferences. Members of the SSA also have the opportunity to develop and practice clinical skills by participating in on-call duties in both the children’s and adolescents’ wards and as adults.

The group’s monthly meetings allow students to expand their knowledge of neurology and discuss topics presented by other students. Students can also be on duty and write scientific papers on behalf of the SSA.

The SSA of General, Minimally Invasive, and Endocrine Surgery has for years brought together students interested in surgery who wish to expand their knowledge and develop their skills in this direction. Participation in the SSA gives the opportunity to be on duty in the department and to write scientific papers. We also organize courses in suturing and surgical tying so anyone can start learning surgery from scratch. Meetings are usually held once a month and are tailored to the student’s needs.

We are open to any new ideas and invite you to join us!

The Student Scientific Association of Forensic Medicine is intended for all students interested in forensic medicine. The SSA provides an opportunity to write scientific papers and attend autopsies. Meetings with the group’s tutor are held monthly to discuss selected issues in this field.

The SSA of Young Managers is a student organization working in science called Public Health, which is a companion science closely cooperating with medicine. The issues of Public Health are related, most generally, to aspects of health promotion and management in health care. A manager is a person who is involved in carrying out the management process, that is, planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling. A health care manager is a person who represents these tasks in the health care system.

We are distinguished by such projects as:

• Student Scientific Symposium “Wroclaw Public Health Days”
• Promotional actions: Pink Lips Challenge, Movember
• St. Nicholas Day and Day of Kindness at the Faculty of Health Sciences

The SSA is intended for people interested in diabetology (including diabetes) and pediatric endocrinology. At the meetings interesting patient cases are discussed, methods of insulin therapy combined with practical activities. Those who are willing have the opportunity to write papers for conferences/publications.

The SSA at the Department of Drug Formulation Technology is intended for students of all years of the Faculty of Pharmacy at the Medical University of Wroclaw.

The SSA is focused on scientific activity, writing scientific papers and speaking at conferences. Students interested in working in the scientific circle are asked to contact the president of the group directly by e-mail.

Members of our SSA can conduct laboratory research and write both review and research-based scientific papers. We actively participate in the Lower Silesian Science Festival, the Conference of Young Scientists, and other scientific events every year. We organize various lectures and events thematically related to pharmacognosy. We participate in excursions to herbal plants and other places related to pharmacognosy and pharmacy.

If you are interested in natural medicinal substances, enjoy working in the laboratory, or work with scientific publications, and would like to join our circle, please contact the tutor or the president of SSA.

The SSA at the 2nd Department of General Surgery and Oncologic Surgery is designed for people interested in surgery who want to expand their knowledge beyond compulsory classes. Pre-selected topics, research papers, and LEK questions are discussed at monthly meetings. Members of the SSA prepare lectures from topics proposed or from their field of interest. Students who want to start scientific activities have the opportunity to create papers – and those who would like to see what surgery is in practice can come to on-call, scheduled procedures, and the surgical clinic. We recommend that students from the 3rd year upwards join the group, as basic internal medicine knowledge is necessary for proper understanding of the aspects discussed and full participation in practical activities.

Discussion of otolaryngology-related issues, preparation of publications, and opportunity to attend on-call duties.

The SSA of Microbiologists brings together people interested in virology and microbial life, including bacteria and fungi. The group’s meetings include lectures on such topics as antibiotic resistance or epidemiology of infections. Those interested in clinical microbiology have the opportunity to deepen their theoretical knowledge and participate in research work conducted in the Department of Microbiology. Students work closely with assistants, so they are actively involved in interesting long-term scientific projects, such as those on bacterial biofilm, antimicrobial peptide activity, or opportunistic infections of yeast etiology.

The SSA of Children’s Surgery deals with pediatric issues, especially in surgery and urology. As part of the SSA’s activities, it is possible to attend duty at the Clinic, write scientific papers and participate in Conferences on these topics. The Children’s Surgery SSA is also the organizer of the Wroclaw All-Pediatrics Conference. Meetings with the Tutor are held a minimum of once a month, usually on Mondays at 16:00 in the Department Library. Issues in pediatric surgery and urology are discussed at these times, as well as recent surgeries performed at the Department—enrollment in the study circle for all students of the Faculty of Medicine by contacting the President of the group.

The SSA operates at the Department of Infectious Diseases, Liver Diseases and Acquired Immune Deficiencies at 5 Koszarowa St. As part of the SSA’s activities, monthly meetings are held, during which presentations prepared by members of the group are given and discussions are held on interesting topics related to infectious diseases, and questions from the Medical Final Examination in Infectious Diseases are discussed. Members are allowed to participate in on-call activities and prepare scientific papers. The SSA is the organizer of the Interdisciplinary Conference “Infections as a Challenge for Modern Medicine”.

The SSA of Endocrinology functions at the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology, and Isotope Therapy at the Wroclaw Medical University. At monthly meetings, the SSA discusses current endocrinological issues through presentations prepared by students and discussions on the topic. Members of the group are also engaged in scientific activities. We invite you to the annually organized Student Conference.

The SSA covers topics related to dental surgery and implantology. Under the supervision of their advisors, club members have the opportunity to conduct research and write scientific papers and articles. We invite all students interested in deepening their knowledge of dental surgery to join us.

The Janusz Korczak Pediatric SSA focuses on general pediatric topics, with a particular emphasis on primary immunodeficiencies. It is an excellent place for those interested in deepening their pediatric knowledge and wishing to take their first steps in scientific activity.

SSA members meet every month to explore knowledge about neonatology. During the meetings, we present topics and cases that interest us. After each meeting, we visit the ward to discuss the problems of our little patients. The club also provides opportunities for scientific development and participation in conferences. We organize workshops on neonatal resuscitation and co-organize Premature Baby Day at the University Clinical Hospital every year. We also have the opportunity to work alongside our doctors, which allows us to develop our clinical skills.

The SSA is actively involved in presenting its work at conferences, including the International Conferences of Young Scientists, the Congresses of the Polish Toxicological Society, and conferences at the Faculty of Pharmacy. The SSA’s activities also include organizing student conferences, such as “Advances of young scientists in research on food, drugs, and other xenobiotics,” “Interdisciplinarity in contemporary toxicology,” and “Wroclaw Scientific Meetings.” Members of the Toxicology SSA have received numerous awards and distinctions for their work. They are the authors of many reviews and original publications. The Toxicology SSA has achieved high rankings several times in the ranking of all SRGs at our University: 3rd place in 2018 and 10th place in 2017. Currently, the attention of SRG members is focused on the most critical toxicological issues.

The SSA of the Urology Center is affiliated with two clinics – the Clinic of Urology and Urological Oncology and the Clinic of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Urology, which together form the University Urology Center.

The SSA brings together students interested in writing scientific publications on broadly understood urological topics, as well as those interested in the operating theatre and surgical aspects of urology. During the SRG’s meetings, progress in scientific work written by students is discussed, and workshops are organized, including laparoscopy and ultrasonography. SSA members have the opportunity to enhance their scientific achievements, participate in conferences (including those of the Polish Urological Association), and visit the ward to expand their practical knowledge.

Students in the SSA of Oncological Hematology have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of scientific research and assist in the co-creation of scientific projects of our university’s teaching staff. Students involved in helping with scientific work in the field of hematology have the opportunity to learn about the specifics of this type of professional development for doctors and explore the entire process, from data collection and analysis to the creation of scientific studies. The SRG offers opportunities to publish the results obtained during student conferences and to co-author articles. At monthly meetings of SSA members, aspects of hematology in everyday life, current scientific reports, and daily clinical practice are discussed. Meetings are scheduled periodically by members.

The SSA meets once a month in the conference room of the Department and Clinic of Ophthalmology. The topics discussed include issues related to ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology, and surgical ophthalmology. Specialists lead the meetings in these fields. SSA members can participate in ophthalmology conferences, come on duty, and observe procedures.

Members of the SSA conduct in vitro cultures of medicinal plants, learn methods of obtaining medicinal plant substances through extraction and distillation, as well as methods of identifying plant-derived compounds using chromatographic techniques and studying the expression levels of enzymes responsible for the formation of specialized plant metabolites. SSA members participate in national and international scientific conferences, organize student science camps and student scientific conferences, and are authors and co-authors of scientific articles. Registration for the SSA is ongoing.

The SSA of Molecular and Cellular Medicine at the Department of Molecular Techniques (ZTM) is a student organization bringing together students from various faculties. The aim of the SSA is to promote knowledge and laboratory techniques in the field of molecular medicine, infectious disease diagnostics using molecular biology techniques, cancer diagnostics using molecular biology techniques (liquid biopsy), cell biology, cell signal analysis, gene therapy, forensic and population genetics.

The aim is also to share knowledge, skills, news, and groundbreaking discoveries in the field of molecular medicine.

During meetings, issues related to pediatric cardiology are discussed, including congenital heart defects, emergency procedures, principles of operation and interpretation of ECGs, echocardiograms, Holter ECGs, and ABPMs. The SSA also allows students to participate in on-call duties at the ward.

Meetings of the SSA are held monthly in the seminar room at the 1st Department and Clinic of Pediatrics, Allergology, and Cardiology.

The SSA brings together students from various years and fields of study, including pharmacy and medical analytics. Its activities involve expanding knowledge in the fields of nanomedicine and toxicology in the broad sense, including nanotoxicology and environmental hazards, through regular club meetings, the involvement of its members in scientific research and participation in the publication of the results obtained, as well as through participation in scientific conferences.

The SSA focuses on genetic diseases (especially those not covered in the curriculum) and congenital malformations. Members have the opportunity to conduct scientific activities (conferences, publications) and work at the genetic clinic.

The SSA enables medical students to develop their interests not only in areas closely related to thoracic surgery but also in pulmonology, internal medicine, surgery, and many other fields. Club members can deepen their knowledge through discussions with teachers by participating in on-call duties and observations in the operating room. An essential activity of the club is conducting scientific work and participating in conferences, for which we prepare in collaboration with our supervisor.

The SSA of Clinical Pharmacology at the Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Wroclaw Medical University, was established in 2010. It brings together students from the Faculty of Pharmacy with the Department of Medical Analytics, the Faculty of Medicine, and the Faculty of Health Sciences. Its primary goal is to develop young scientists’ interest in contemporary medicine. The main areas of research carried out by the Clinical Pharmacology SSA focus on optimizing pharmacotherapy, clinical pharmacy, and social pharmacy. The activities are based on pharmacogenetic research into the metabolism of drugs, conducted in the Department’s Pharmacogenomics Laboratory, and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) analyses, which involve measurements of drug concentrations in the body in selected patient groups. We study biomarkers associated with drug-related complications. Students also conduct numerous surveys assessing various aspects of broadly understood pharmacotherapy, public knowledge of drug side effects monitoring, drug interactions, and addiction treatment. Since the inception of our activities, we have also been organizing various pro-social campaigns and participating in charitable activities. We have co-organized several nationwide scientific conferences, and every year, we organize our micro-conference on pharmacology for students, not only from our university. SSA members fulfill themselves through their own scientific and research projects. We create opportunities for self-improvement.

The SSA meets monthly to discuss cardiology and interventional cardiology. Specialists lead the meetings in these fields. SSA members can participate in writing scientific papers and observe procedures directly in the hemodynamics laboratory.

The SSA of Vascular Surgery was established in 2018 through the merger of the Vascular Surgery SSA and the SSA at the Department of Surgical Specialties at 4WSK. It brings together students interested in surgery who want to broaden their knowledge and practical skills in this field and develop their scientific aptitude. SSA members meet once a month for a general meeting to discuss a given surgical problem and are on duty at the clinic.

Deepening anatomical knowledge, studying autopsy and excavation materials, and participating in conferences are just a few of the SSA’s goals.

The SSA at the Department of Industrial Pharmacy brings together third-, fourth- and fifth-year students of the Faculty of Pharmacy at the Wroclaw Medical University. One of the primary objectives of the SSA is to bring students together voluntarily to promote and expand knowledge about the requirements for medicinal raw materials, modern analytical methods, and quality standards in the production of medicinal products and dietary supplements.

The Pathomorphology SSA, located at the Department of Pathomorphology, brings together students who wish to initiate or continue their scientific endeavors. It is possible to join ongoing research projects or start your research projects. SSA members will have the opportunity to learn how to organize work during clinical trials, learn microscopy and prepare microscope slides, participate in the development and presentation of scientific papers, work on molecular, histopathological, and cyto-oncological research, and participate in pathomorphological sections.

The Clinical and Dissecting Anatomy SSA, operating at the Department of Normal Anatomy, brings together students from the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Medicine ED at the Wroclaw Medical University. The members of the SSA are individuals who actively participated in organizing the “Scapula Aurea/Golden Scapula” anatomy competition or were finalists in the Wroclaw edition of the “Scapula Aurea/Golden Scapula” competition. The primary research and teaching plans of the club are related to:

• Conducting preparatory research – fetal: developmental anatomy of the lower and upper limbs
• Learning preparation techniques: preparing specimens for the Anatomical Museum
• Conducting anatomical research based on the ultrasound and anthropometric equipment available at the Department
• Conducting preparatory research on adult cadavers

The SSA of Pediatric Nursing operates at the Faculty of Health Sciences of Wroclaw Medical University. It was founded in the spring of 2014. The members of SSA are interested in the theoretical and practical aspects of pediatric nursing. Our scientific activity focuses on supporting children in both health and illness. Our primary scientific goal is to conduct and participate in research and publish the results. We also develop our interests and create opportunities for personal growth and improvement. We invite you to join us and participate in SRG meetings!

Cancer is currently one of the leading causes of death. To address the problems of today’s world, we are searching for and researching new therapies (including chemotherapy (CT), electrochemotherapy (ECT), and photodynamic therapy (PDT)) that may be used in oncology in the future. Through the use of specialized molecular research, we deepen and expand our understanding of cancer cell biology. The subject of our activity is the preparation, conduct, and promotion of research projects related to cancer cells.

The SSA activities are based on training in current strategies for treating heart disease and developing scientific papers, which we then present at conferences throughout Poland and publish. In addition, we strive to collaborate scientifically with other clubs, both within our university and across centers. We also offer the opportunity to learn the future profession in practice by participating in on-call duties.

The SSA focuses on expanding practical skills and knowledge related to life-threatening emergencies. At each meeting, selected topics in the field of emergency medicine and emergency conditions are presented and discussed, with a focus on the diagnostic and therapeutic process in individual cases. An integral part of the SSA’s activities is participation in shifts at the Emergency Department of the University Clinical Hospital. The SSA also offers the opportunity to participate in practical workshops.

The SSA of Adult Allergology brings together students interested in allergology who want to expand their knowledge. The club organizes monthly meetings and workshops. Members can write scientific papers on allergology and participate in conferences.

The SSA for Specialized Biological Analysis brings together students interested in diagnostic analyses of selected diseases who want to expand their knowledge. The SSA organizes monthly meetings and workshops. Members can write scientific papers on current threats resulting from the development of diseases associated with modern civilization and their risk factors, and can also participate in conferences.

The SSA of General Radiology and Neuroradiology brings together students who wish to broaden their knowledge in the field of radiology. The SRG organizes meetings to discuss clinical and diagnostic aspects of the most interesting cases from our clinic. On behalf of the club and in collaboration with the university’s centre for diagnostic imaging, there is the opportunity to write scientific papers and participate in conferences.

We deal extensively with the subject of heart failure therapy.

The SSA enables:

• Participation in meetings where we practice the ability to interpret ECGs and perform heart echoes, and deepen our knowledge of heart failure therapy
• Writing scientific papers and participating in conferences
• Possibility to participate in on-call cardiology (from 4th year onwards)

The SSA of Human Physiology, which operates at the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Wroclaw Medical University, brings together students wishing to broaden their knowledge of human physiology by participating in periodic scientific meetings moderated by the Department’s staff, or by taking part in research work conducted at the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology, often in collaboration with clinical units at the Wroclaw Medical University and the Medical University of Silesia. Bearing in mind that Physiology – referred to as the “Queen of all medical sciences” – encompasses, at least to some extent, almost all (if not all) branches of medicine, we do not restrict the subject matter of scientific meetings and remain open to suggestions made by students. It is our hope that the meetings address the most topical, widely discussed, and exceptionally contentious physiological issues. Meetings are also organized to prepare for the “Great Synapse” National Competition of Physiological Knowledge.

Students who discover a research interest within themselves are invited to participate in scientific projects, which are implemented or co-implemented by the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology. We also leave it up to you to propose and conduct your “own” research experiment in the area of broadly understood autonomic nervous system physiology, culminating in a conference abstract or scientific paper.

The SSA Corpus Vi was established to create additional space for sharing knowledge and skills in physiotherapy, as well as to support students’ scientific development and social activities. SSA meetings are tailored to the needs of the members and take place both onsite and online. Students interested in joining the circle are invited to contact us directly by email.

The SSA of Echocardiography brings together students interested in the subject of imaging of the cardiovascular system who want to expand their knowledge and develop their skills in the field of echocardiography. Our activities are particularly oriented towards scientific work. Members have the opportunity to prepare papers for echocardiography conferences and to write articles published in scientific journals. Meetings of the members are held periodically and focus on the joint creation of projects carried out within the SSA. Students interested in joining the SSA are invited to contact us directly by email.

The SSA of Cosmetic Chemistry was founded in 2024. Its primary aim is to develop young scientists’ interests related to cosmetic chemistry in general.

The SSA’s research areas encompass both the history of cosmetology and the raw materials (both plant-based and synthetic) used in the cosmetic industry. In addition, the SSA is also interested in issues related to novelties in the cosmetic market, as well as the safety of existing preparations. This SSA provides an opportunity to apply knowledge of pharmacy and medicine to cosmetic chemistry. Since the beginning of our activity, we have also attempted to popularize issues concerning cosmetic chemistry by organizing (in collaboration with other scientific circles) conferences on cosmetology and pharmacy.

As a Student Scientific Association, we would also like to participate actively in the Lower Silesian Science Festival. To improve practical skills, the club’s students will prepare basic formulations of cosmetic chemistry (emulsions, creams, and soaps) in the laboratory.

The SSA of Internal Medicine at the Department of Internal Medicine and Allergology is pleased to invite all persons who are interested in topics related to Internal Medicine. In this group, we make it possible for participants to engage in on-call activities and write scientific papers. Thanks to these activities, every member has the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of various internal diseases, as well as acquire practical skills by attending on-call sessions or workshops.

The SSA of Psychopharmacology and Forensic Toxicology is the first and only scientific club in Poland to deal with the pharmacology of psychiatric drugs, taking into account the full spectrum of their dosage and the resulting consequences.

The interdisciplinarity of forensic medicine enables a holistic, comprehensive, and full-scale approach to dose analysis, ranging from therapeutic doses used by medical practice to potentially lethal doses tested in toxicology laboratories.

Understanding the entire mechanism of action of substances will enable us to obtain valuable results that can significantly contribute to the scientific development of our University.

The organization’s aim is to foster the scientific development of its members while maintaining the highest standards in their scientific publications.

In addition, as an SSA, we plan to conduct educational campaigns to popularise the universally understood art of psychiatry and its conscientiousness through the best-suited individual psychopharmacotherapy.