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Becoming a member of the key advisory body of RDA

Magdalena Szuflita-Żurawska becoming a member of the key advisory body of RDA

From January 2025, Magdalena Szuflita-Żurawska has been a member of the Organisational Advisory Board (OAB) within the Research Data Alliance (RDA). This is an international social organization founded in 2013, whose mission is to create modern infrastructure supporting the free sharing of data and conducting research based on its analysis. RDA also serves as a platform for exchanging experiences and ideas in this field.

Grants for Young Researchers

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The call for applications in the "Grants for Young Researchers" competition at the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering of Gdańsk University of Technology starts on January 15 this year, with a maximum funding amount of up to 17,000 PLN.

The aim of the competition is to support young researchers by enabling the implementation of ambitious and original research projects, contributing to an increase in publication output, improving the efficiency of applying for external research grants, enhancing the quality of academic teaching, and increasing their impact on Poland's social and economic development.

Modern facilities in the PG Library Branch

Modern facilities in the PG Library Branch

Faculty of Chemistry and Faculty of Applied Physics and Mathematics Branch Library now has two modern acoustic chairs. They provide comfort and reduce noise, making them perfect for studying, working, or relaxing. With a movable screen and sound-absorbing materials, they offer privacy and peace.

The branch also has a relaxation area with comfy beanbags – a great place to relax or read a book in a friendly space.

New intercultural program – apply now

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OPEN UP! DARE TO! is the slogan of the new intercultural skills development program for employees, PhD candidates, and students of Gdańsk University of Technology. The program includes a film screening, a meeting with a philologist as well as meetings with local cultural institutions. The first event will be held on February 10th – registration now open. The program is organized by the International Relations Office.
  • Why are we afraid to speak English? And why do we focus so much on accents?
  • What does Gdańsk look like through the eyes of newcomers?
  • Can we counteract discrimination? What is the “Yes, BUT…” campaign in Gdańsk about?
  • How does culture – music, art, literature – bring people together? How is this done in Gdańsk?

These and many other questions will be addressed by guests and participants of the OPEN UP! DARE TO! program, which will launch soon at Gdańsk University of Technology.

Free legal advice for foreigners (21.08)

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From January 2025 to July 2026, foreign workers, PhD students, and students can benefit from free legal services. The legal advice will be provided by an external law firm. Consultations will be available in Polish and English. The coordinator of this initiative is the Welcome Office (operating as part of the International Relations Office).

The goal of providing free legal services to foreign workers, PhD students, and students is to assist them in organizing their lives in Poland, thereby facilitating their better integration into their new work and academic environments.


Scope of legal services
  • legalizing residence in Poland,
  • employment of family members,
  • access to the education system,
  • access to the healthcare system,
  • renting/purchasing an apartment,
  • tax matters,

and other related issues. 

New intercultural program – apply now

New intercultural program – apply now
OPEN UP! DARE TO! is the slogan of the new intercultural skills development program for employees, PhD candidates, and students of Gdańsk University of Technology. The program includes a film screening, a meeting with a philologist as well as meetings with local cultural institutions. The first event will be held on February 10th – registration now open. The program is organized by the International Relations Office.

“Pearls of Science” for transition elements research

Szymon Królak
Szymon Królak, MSc, from the Faculty of Applied Physics and Mathematics, received an award as part of Pearls of Science program granted by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. The PhD student will receive funding for research in the field of materials engineering devoted to magnetism and superconductivity of transition metal compounds.

The Ministry of Science and Higher Education will provide PLN 239.8 thousand grant for the project conducted by Szymon Królak, MSc, titled “Layered transition metal oxypnictides: Kondo

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