Ktoś, kto był już tam, dokąd zmierzasz.Someone who has been where you are going.

Prof. Piotr Dzięgiel, MD, PhD, is a medical doctor and pathomorphologist, Head of the Department of Human Morphology and Embryology, and Vice-Rector for Research at Wroclaw Medical University.

He graduated with distinction from medical studies, earned his PhD for research on the effects of melatonin, and received his habilitation for work on metallothionein expression in various tumor types. He is the author or co-author of over 470 scientific publications, numerous academic textbooks, and six patents. His work has been cited over 5,000 times (H-index = 37). He has led numerous research projects funded by the NCN, NCBiR, EU programs, and POLPHARMA. He has completed international research internships in Berlin and Padua. He has supervised over 30 PhD theses.

Prof. Dzięgiel has held leadership roles in several scientific bodies, including Chair of the Biomedical Engineering Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences and President of the Polish Society for Histochemistry and Cytochemistry. He serves on the editorial boards of several national and international journals. He is a recipient of many prestigious awards, including the Gold Cross of Merit, the Innovation Leader Award, and the Golden Scalpel (2018 and 2024).

As a mentor with extensive experience, he supports young researchers in shaping their scientific careers, developing independence, and navigating the academic and project-based research environment with confidence and purpose.

Passionate about working with students. Promoter of several Master’s and Bachelor’s research papers. Promoter of healthy lifestyles in practice.

Professor, Head of the Department of Integrated Dentistry, Head of the Laser Therapy Laboratory, Periodontist, twice listed among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (2022, 2024).

Master of Science in Laser Dentistry.

Director of the postgraduate two-year laser therapy program: EMDOLA (European Master Degree in Oral Laser Application).

Associate Professor at the Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), VA, United States.

President of the Polish Society of Laser Dentistry (PTSL).

Member of the FDI Dental Practice Committee.

Executive Board Member of IADR LBP (Laser and Biophotonics), serving as Treasurer and Secretary.

Executive Board Member and Treasurer of the World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD).

Supervisor of the Laser Therapy Scientific Association (SKN Laseroterapia) of medical and dental students.

Area of interest: cooperation with laboratory and clinical units—including diabetology, neurology, psychiatry, oncology, hematology, and more—on projects involving laser therapies (PDT, PBM, high-energy lasers).

I am a physician and researcher specializing in endocrinology, with a PhD in medical sciences and a strong focus on clinical research, academic teaching, and medical innovation. I graduated with honors from the Medical University of Wroclaw, where I later completed both my residency and doctoral studies in endocrinology. I currently hold a research and teaching assistant position at the Department of Clinical and Experimental Pathology, Medical University of Wroclaw. My scientific activities include co-authoring over 25 research publications and book chapters, as well as active participation in national and international conferences. I have been awarded several times for my scientific work, including a prestigious international research grant from the European Society of Endocrinology Young Endocrinologists & Scientists (EYES). I am a reviewer for international medical journals and a member of multiple academic and scientific committees. My interests extend to artificial intelligence and healthcare innovation, and I am currently involved in postgraduate studies and leading initiatives in these areas. I am also an active member of various national and European endocrine societies, and I regularly organize workshops and educational activities for medical professionals and students.

I am an Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical and Experimental Pathology at Wroclaw Medical University and a board-certified staff pathologist at the Wroclaw Medical University Clinical Hospital. My diagnostic practice focuses on diseases of the urinary tract and male genital organs, as well as soft tissue tumors and sarcomas. My scientific interests include the identification and validation of novel cancer biomarkers with diagnostic and prognostic potential, the discovery of targets for personalized cancer therapy, and the application of next-generation immunohistochemistry techniques. I am particularly interested in comprehensive molecular and immunophenotypic profiling of tumors to improve diagnostic precision and support individualized treatment strategies. I collaborate closely with the Laboratory of Pathology at the National Cancer Institute (MD, USA), where I completed an 18-month fellowship as a Guest Researcher and Visiting Fellow, actively contributing to both diagnostic practice and research projects. I have received several prestigious awards and competitive research fellowships, including the Scholarship of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, the NAWA Fellowship, and the Award of the Polish Society of Surgical Oncology. I am the author and co-author of approximately 50 peer-reviewed publications with over 500 citations.

I am an assistant professor in the Physiotherapy Research Laboratory at the University Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre at the Faculty of Physiotherapy, Wroclaw Medical University. I also serve as Vice-Dean for Organisation and Development of the Faculty of Physiotherapy. My research, academic teaching, and professional practice as a physiotherapist focus on developing and applying objective methods for diagnosing, monitoring, and assessing patients with musculoskeletal disorders using objective measurement tools. He is also interested in physiotherapy in orthopedics, traumatology, sports medicine, and rheumatology.

I am a PhD student in my final year at the Doctoral School of the Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. In parallel, for over a year and a half, I have been working as a research and teaching assistant in the Department of Biochemistry and Medical Immunology at Wroclaw Medical University.

Additionally, I serve as the manager of the PRELUDIUM 24 project, which is funded by the National Science Centre.

My research interests focus on biochemistry and molecular biology, with particular emphasis on cancer cell research. After completing my PhD, I plan to continue my research career, while also being keen to share my experience and support those who are just starting their research path.

Head of the Laboratory of Haemodynamics, invasive cardiologist, co-founder of the program for the treatment of cardiogenic shock in Lower Silesia and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in Wrocław.

I am a specialist in family medicine and public health, as well as a certified psychodynamic psychotherapist. I work as a professor in the Department of Research Methodology at the Department of Nursing, Wroclaw Medical University, where I integrate clinical and psychotherapeutic approaches into the education of students and residents.

I have over 20 years of experience in conducting scientific projects, international teaching, and expert activities. I have served as Chair of the Primary Care and Risk Factor Management Section of the European Association of Cardiology (EAPC) and the EURIPA International Advisory Board. I am currently a member of the Board of Directors of the International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC), Editor-in-Chief of the journal Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine (IF 2.1), and Associate Editor of BMC Geriatrics and BMC Family Practice.

As national coordinator, I lead Horizon and EU4Health-funded projects, including SP-EU, RAPHAEL, EUVABECO, and SAPIENCE, and participate in research collaborations within international consortia such as PURE, PREDEM, ATTENTIVE, and LESS in partnership with universities in Switzerland, the UK, and the Netherlands. I am also a reviewer for the European Commission and the NCBR and a member of the Interdisciplinary Team for Research Infrastructure.

I have taught and lectured at universities in Germany, Lithuania, and the USA (including the University of North Carolina Charlotte) and organized international conferences, including six WONCA events and the annual EUROPA forums. I completed my MBA with distinction at Franklin University (Ohio, USA, 2023).

I am a doctor of medical sciences and an assistant professor in research and teaching at the Department of Clinical and Experimental Pathology at the Medical University of Wrocław. My scientific work focuses on the development and testing of innovative targeted therapies, particularly in the treatment of skin cancer and autoimmune diseases. I specialize in research on drug conjugates and compounds for photodynamic therapy, evaluating their efficacy and safety in in vitro and in vivo models. The results of my research have resulted in numerous patents and are actively being commercialized. I am the author of 35 publications in renowned scientific journals from the JCR database, with a total Impact Factor (IF) of 141.7 and a Hirsch index of 13. I gained international experience at the University of Udine in Italy as part of a NAWA scholarship, where I conducted research on innovative photosensitizers.

Professor of medical sciences, urology specialist, Head of the University Center for Robotic Surgery and the Clinic of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Urology at the University Center for Urology in Wrocław. Expert in oncological urology and robotic surgery, with a particular focus on the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. Head and participant of numerous translational and clinical studies, reviewer of international journals, organizer of training courses in robotic surgery for doctors and students. Actively involved in the development of infrastructure and educational programs in robotic surgery in Poland and Europe. Supervisor of the Student Scientific Circle of Urology at the Medical University of Wrocław.

I am completing my training to become a sociotherapist at the Cracow Psychodynamic Centre. I run my midwifery practice. I am researching midwives’ professional satisfaction in relation to their available resources. I continuously benefit from professional supervision as a midwife.

I have been a research and teaching staff member at Wroclaw Medical University for many years. I began my scientific journey with my doctoral studies, which I conducted in the Department of Pharmacology at WMU. At the University Clinical Hospital (USK) in the Department of Rheumatology and Internal Diseases, I gained my first clinical (specialization in internal medicine and then in rheumatology) and scientific experience. Currently, I am pursuing my passion for teaching and research in the Department of Pharmacology, where I conduct cell culture and animal studies focused primarily on bone metabolism, diabetes mellitus, and toxicological investigations. I have extensive experience in both preclinical and clinical research, and a passion for teaching that drives me to share the knowledge and skills I have acquired with young scientists.

I am an assistant professor of research and teaching in neurology, with a special interest in cerebrovascular diseases and neurosonology. I completed the tutoring course provided by Wroclaw Medical University in 2018. I have been a tutor for the Research Circle at the Department of Neurology for over 10 years. In addition, I am an expert at the Medical Research Agency.

I have been affiliated with the Wroclaw Medical University for almost 30 years. My scientific interests are primarily focused on assessing maternal, fetal, and neonatal well-being in relation to perinatal risk factors, with a particular emphasis on metabolic disorders in pregnant and breastfeeding women. I actively participate in the development of the younger generation at our University by supervising undergraduate and graduate theses, supporting the activities of the scientific association at the Department, and getting involved in ongoing projects.

I conduct research focused on the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer, particularly in the areas of fusion biopsy, mpMRI imaging, and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy. My studies analyze predictive factors for histopathological upgrading and upstaging of prostate cancer, using clinical, laboratory, and radiological data from large, homogeneous patient cohorts. In my analyses, I use advanced statistical models, including logistic regression and multivariate risk factor analysis. I pay special attention to parameters such as PSA density, the presence of PIRADS 5 lesions on MRI, and blood inflammatory markers (NLR, PLR, SII). I also lead projects on the quality of life of patients after surgical treatment for prostate cancer, including validation of Polish versions of questionnaire tools: EPIC-26, IIEF-5, and EORTC QLQ-PR25. In 2021, I completed a research traineeship at Mayo Clinic Rochester (USA), where I gained experience working with large oncological databases and designing clinical studies. For several years, I have been actively involved in the Student Urology Research Group, currently serving as a research project supervisor and supporting students in their scientific activities. My goal is to advance translational research in urologic oncology and to develop tools that support clinical decision-making in prostate cancer treatment.

I work as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Medicinal Chemistry. I have supervised 21 master’s theses. I am actively involved in the peer review process for scientific journals, including the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Powders, Nutrients, and Molecules. Additionally, I serve as a Guest Editor for Pharmaceuticals. I also co-supervise the Cosmetic Chemistry Student Scientific Circle, affiliated with the Department of Medicinal Chemistry. The Circle has been actively engaged in organizing and supporting events such as the University Open Day, as well as co-organizing the scientific conference “Natural and Synthetic Compounds Used in Pharmacy and Cosmetology,” held in Wrocław on June 21, 2024. Since 2013, I have regularly participated in organizing educational activities as part of the Lower Silesian Science Festival (DFN). I have also conducted classes for the university’s patron school programs.

I specialize in science communication and enhancing the visibility of researchers and academic institutions. I support the development of skills in scientific storytelling, research popularization, and strategic personal branding. I also help strengthen soft skills such as effective communication, self-presentation, and academic career planning.

I am a pharmacist, practitioner, and teacher with 30 years of experience in the profession and 28 years of experience at the university level. I teach compulsory classes, lectures, and guest lectures. I have been promoting dissertations for many years with good results. Additionally, in the care of students in the pharmaceutical chemistry research club, I invite students to participate in research from their third year. I act as a year supervisor and help students organize their timetables as part of their courses of study. Together with students, I organize classes, workshops, and lectures as part of the Lower Silesian Science Festival and the University Open Day. I have completed the expert course of the tutor school.

I offer scientific support in finding your own research path in organic chemistry. Preparing as a Tutor helps me motivate people to take action and achieve new milestones in their work.