Poznań University of Life Sciences

20/05/2026

PULS scientists join the Climate and Environment Council 🤩 The ceremony of establishing the Climate and Environment Council under the President of the Republic of Poland took place at the Belweder Palace. Professor Dariusz Gwiazdowicz and Professor Janusz Olejnik were appointed from the Poznań University of Life Sciences. The appointments were presented by Mateusz Kotecki, Undersecretary of State in the Chancellery of the President of the Republic of Poland 📜
The Council's responsibilities will include developing directions for action in the areas of environmental protection, rational management of natural resources, and consideration of the long-term interests of the state.
Source: Chancellery of the President of the Republic of Poland

19/05/2026

We cordially invite you to an open lecture by Prof. Guohang Tian from Henan Agricultural University, a distinguished expert in landscape architecture, urban ecology, and cultural landscape conservation.
Prof. Tian was the first Dean of the College of Landscape Architecture and Art at Henan Agricultural University and has supervised numerous doctoral candidates. He has been actively engaged in fostering international academic cooperation and building long-term scientific partnerships between universities in Europe, Asia, and the United States, including Poznań University of Life Sciences.
As the author of the concept of urban ecosystem regulation based on the principles of “wind domain, river basin, and road domain”, as well as a theory of landscape planning and design grounded in ecology, culture, and human well-being, Prof. Tian is regarded as one of the scholars shaping new directions in contemporary landscape architecture.
During the lecture entitled “Theory, Methods and Practice of Human Settlement Ecosystem Adaptation in China”, participants will have the opportunity to learn about innovative approaches to urban design and management, as well as examples of solutions implemented in China and worldwide.
📅 May 21, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Piątkowska 94, Room 111, Faculty of Environmental and Mechanical Engineering

18/05/2026

Dr. Mirosław Czechlowski, Eng. from the Department of Biosystems Engineering, is training the Polish representative for WORLDSKILLS SHANGHAI 2026 🇵🇱🤩 This year's team includes 23 competitors who will compete against their peers from around the world in 20 technical and service disciplines in September. ⚙️ In the agricultural and construction vehicle mechanics discipline, Dawid Manuszak, a graduate of the Complex of Natural Sciences and Services Schools in Gniezno, will represent Poland 🔥💪
An expert appointed to the team is responsible for the substantive and technical preparation of the competitor - Dr. Mirosław Czechlowski, Eng., Vice-Dean for Studies at the Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. His duties include, among others: advanced computer diagnostics, repairs of engines, drive systems, and power hydraulics of modern agricultural and construction machinery 💻🔧🚜
We're keeping our fingers crossed!

16/05/2026

On 8 May, 2026, the 3rd PULS-ISA Scientific Conference took place at Poznań University of Life Sciences, organised by the International Student Association at PULS (PULS-ISA), bringing together over 90 participants, including 45 student and PhD presenters from various academic fields. 🌍🎓
The conference emphasised the importance of international cooperation and academic exchange in expanding knowledge and building a modern academic environment. It also highlighted the vital role of international students, who, together with their Polish peers and postgraduate students, help shape the University’s community, enriching it with their academic engagement, experiences and diverse perspectives.
Participants presented their projects in BSc, MSc, Poster, and PhD sessions, creating a space for inspiring discussions and knowledge exchange.
The standard of presentations at the conference was very high, resulting in six awards being presented to the best speakers:

• Award for BSc Presentation: Esther Obong Eyo (Economics and Finance Management in Agri-Food Sector).
Topic: The macroeonomic implications of household food waste
• Award I: MSc Presentation Winner: Ola Busola Elizabeth (Animal Production Management).
Topic: Milk yield between Polish and Nigerian dairy systems
• Award II: MSc Presentation Winner: Augustyn Crane (Geoinformation and Spatial Management).
Topic: The impact of noise on machine learning-based lake ice detection on Lake Śniardwy using Sentinel-1 SAR data
• Award III: MSc Presentation Winner: Pius O. Omiunu (Biotechnology).
Topic: Hyperhomocysteinemia and fertility
• Award for Poster Presentation Winner: Olabamiji Dolapo Olajumoke (Horticulture - Seed Science and Technology).
Topic: A Paper Review of Molecular Analysis of PCR-Based Markers Associated with Soybean Maturity Loci E1, E2, E3, E4, and E7 in F7 Breeding Materials
• Award for PhD Presentation Winner: Maja Wojasiewicz (Biotechnology).
Topic: Homocysteine and homocysteine thiolactone contribute to Alzheimer's disease via TAU modifications in N2A-APPswe cells.
Congratulations to all speakers, award winners, organisers, and PULS-ISA coordinators for making this event a great success! 👏
More photos: https://up.poznan.pl/en/news/3rd-english-language-scientific-conference-students-and-phd-candidates-poznan-university-life

15/05/2026

By decision of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, Prof. Agata Chmurzyńska and Prof. Radosław Juszczak were reappointed to the advisory team responsible for assessing applications and reports under the "Implementation Doctorate" program. 🤓📚
The advisory team plays a key role in the evaluation of projects implemented under the program, which aims to combine scientific activity with the practical needs of the economy and support innovation through the implementation of doctorates in cooperation with the socio-economic environment. 🤝
Congratulations! 👏

14/05/2026

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How can cities be designed to remain attractive, functional, and resilient to climate change at the same time?
We cordially invite you to an open lecture by Prof. Anna Szövényi from the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) — an architect, urban planner, and Head of the Department of Urban Planning and Urban Green Infrastructure at the Institute of Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning and Garden Art.
Prof. Szövényi specialises in urban design, urban planning, and green infrastructure. Her academic and professional work focuses on the relationship between urban form and climate conditions, the analysis of public spaces, and the contemporary challenges of climate adaptation in cities.
During the lecture entitled: “Form Follows Climate: Can Attractive Urban Spaces Also Be Adaptive?”
the speaker will present contemporary approaches to urban design in which spatial aesthetics go hand in hand with climate resilience and the quality of urban life.
📅 May 19, 2026
🕚 11:30 AM
📍 Piątkowska 94, Room 111, Faculty of Environmental and Mechanical Engineering
Visit and open lecture financed by PREIDUB project – Strategy of Poznan University of Life Sciences for 2024-2026.

13/05/2026

The Doctoral School of the Poznań University of Life Sciences has received a positive assessment from the Science Evaluation Committee! 🤩💚
The evaluation team confirmed that the educational process at the PULS Doctoral School meets all the criteria specified by law. The academic staff providing education were highly praised, and the internationalization strategy of the School, which is currently being developed, is also noteworthy. 🌍 The PULS Doctoral School also boasts high teaching effectiveness and numerous distinctions for doctoral dissertations, further confirming the quality of its research and academic supervision. 📚
This success was achieved thanks to the commitment of many people, in particular the authorities of the PULS Doctoral School – the current Director, Prof. UPP Magdalena Zielińska-Dawidziak, PhD, and Prof. Janusz Olejnik, PhD, DSc, who headed the School from 2019 to 2025 and currently serves as the Rector's Representative for Evaluation. The administrative team, members of the School Council, supervisors, and representatives of the University authorities also made significant contributions to the preparation of the self-assessment report.

Congratulations! 👏

12/05/2026

⚽🥅 Come and cheer on PULS teams during the EUROASMUS AND FRIENDS CUP 2026! ⚽🥅

Since 2012 the EUROASMUS AND FRIENDS CUP has been uniting international students in Poznań through football, and this year marks the 13th edition.

The tournament will feature 8 teams, each consisting of 10 international students (studying in Poznań) representing their home countries.
This year’s participants include: South Korea, Nigeria, Palestine, Rwanda, two teams from Turkey, Ukraine, and Poland.

PULS will be represented by 2 football teams: NIGERIA team and RWANDA team.

Our teams reflect a diverse international composition, as the Nigeria and Rwanda teams will include players of other nationalities: Poland, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Algeria, Uzbekistan, France, Ghana, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Spain (according to the Rules & Regulations, at least 4 players must be citizens of that country to form a team).

• Date: May 14, 2026
• Venue: football pitch of the Ośrodek POSiR Rataje, os. Piastowskie 106A, Poznań

Let’s gather and cheer on 2 PULS football teams!

United we play, united we support, united we enjoy!

The EUROASMUS AND FRIENDS CUP has enjoyed great popularity among the international academic community for years. First organized in 2012 to coincide with the European Championship held in Poznań, the tournament continues to attract many eager participants and demonstrates that the legacy of UEFA Euro 2012 is still very much alive. The tournament also serves another purpose: it brings together students from around the world who are studying in Poznań and promotes the city globally through extensive photo coverage on social media.
https://www.poznan.pl/mim/studia/en/euroasmus-and-friends-cup-2017,p,23177,23178,38104.html

Organized by the Wielkopolska Pracownia Pomysłów Foundation

Partners and sponsors: the City of Poznań, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Poznań University of Physical Education, Poznań University of Technology, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań University of Economics and Business

11/05/2026

Poznań University of Life Sciences has been included on the list of competent organizations – a European network of scientific institutions supporting EFSA in its food safety activities. 🍎🤩 This status confirms the University's high expert potential and opens up access to research projects, EFSA grants, and participation in international scientific consortia. 🤓 PULS scientists will be able to actively participate in the work of EFSA's expert panels and scientific networks, benefit from internship programs, and collaborate as national experts delegated to the Office. 🤝
Achieving this status was possible thanks to the commitment and work of many people. We extend special thanks to Prof. Joanna Kobus-Cisowska, PhD, DSc, Eng., Mirosław Różycki, Katarzyna Trzeciak, and Prof. UPP Magdalena Zielińska-Dawidziak, PhD, DSc, Eng., whose contributions were significant in incorporating the Poznań University of Life Sciences into the EFSA network of competent organizations. 👍

09/05/2026

08/05/2026

Students from 19 countries will compete in the EUROASMUS AND FRIENDS CUP 2026!

The legacy of UEFA EURO 2012 lives on in Poznań! The EUROASMUS AND FRIENDS CUP, launched in 2012, will be held for the 13th time this year!
On Thursday, May 14th, the EuroASMUS and Friends Cup 2026 International Football Tournament will take place at the POSiR Rataje Center (106A Piastowskie Housing Estate).
Who will triumph in 2026?
The tournament will feature eight teams consisting of ten international students (studying in Poznań) representing their home countries. This year, the participating teams will be South Korea, Nigeria, Palestine, Rwanda, two Turkeys, Ukraine, and Poland. It is worth emphasizing, however, that although there are 8 teams, the players will come from a total of 19 countries, some of which will also include representatives of other nationalities (according to the regulations, at least 4 players had to be citizens of that country).
During the last edition of the tournament in 2025, 8 teams participated: Palestine, Uzbekistan, Egypt, Canada, Tajikistan, Italy, Poland, and England (15 nationalities in total). Traditionally, everyone played according to the motto "We play together, we support together, we celebrate together!"
A total of 16 matches were played during the day, initially played in two groups. Then, the 4 best teams advanced to the semi-finals, only to face off in the third-place matches and the grand final. This final featured teams from Poland and Palestine. After two 8-minute matches and scoring two goals, the Polish national team was finally able to lift the trophy for The best team won 2-1. In a fierce match for third place, pitting players from Egypt and Canada against each other, Egypt ultimately scored one more goal, winning 1-0. An Egyptian player was named the tournament's best goalkeeper, and a representative of Palestine was named the best player.

I have had the honor of playing in the tournament since 2014, when I was still a student at Adam Mickiewicz University. Since then, I have played for the Georgian and Ukrainian teams, and this year, as a guest player for the Tajikistan team. The tournament has gained a lot of attention in Poznań, and many students are eager to participate. In my opinion, something that unites people and students around the world is sport; here, the love of football unites us all. This tradition, interest, and continuation of the Euroasmus and Friends Cup is proof that it is an important cultural and sporting element of the city of Poznań, creating an international environment, bringing together people from different cultures, traditions, languages, values, and religions – Maged from Yemen.

We play together, We support together, we celebrate together!
The EUROASMUS AND FRIENDS CUP has enjoyed great popularity among the international academic community for years. First organized in 2012,
to coincide with the European Championships held in Poznań, the tournament continues to attract many eager participants and demonstrates that the legacy of UEFA Euro 2012 is still alive. The tournament also serves another purpose: it integrates students from around the world studying in Poznań and promotes the city worldwide through extensive photo coverage on social media.
www.poznan.pl
Organizer: Wielkopolska Pracownia Pomysłów
Partners and sponsors: City of Poznań, Poznań University of Life Sciences, Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Poznań University of Physical Education, Poznań University of Technology, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań University of Economics