The traditional academic and local government annual parade of Pomeranian universities under the slogan ‘Long live science!’ takes place on 10 October! This year’s event is organised by The Fahrenheit Union of Universities in Gdańsk (in its new, expanded line-up) and the City of Gdańsk. This joint Gdańsk opening of the academic year will take place for…

fot. Tomasz Nowicki / MWB UG i GUMed Prof. Danuta Gutowska-Owsiak from the Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology UG and MUG has been awarded the EFIS Eastern Star Award 2026. This prestigious honour from the European Federation of Immunological Societies is awarded annually to just three scientists from Eastern Europe conducting…

The European Patent Office (EPO) has granted a European patent for an invention developed by researchers from the Intercollegiate Faculty of Biotechnology UG and MUG. The patent relates to a new reagent used in the process of freeze-drying microorganisms. The invention was previously protected by a Polish patent granted by the Polish Patent Office -…

Dr Magdalena Miklaszewska is returning to Poland from Germany to continue her research into the metabolism and biotechnological production of waxes. She has received funding of over 2.3 million PLN to carry out her research project under the NAWA Polish Returns 2025 programme. She will conduct the research at the Intercollegiate Faculty of…

The Polish Research Fleet and the Centre for Pathogen Research and the Development of Innovative Therapies at the BSL-3+ Laboratory have been included on the Polish Research Infrastructure Map (PMIB). ‘This is an important endorsement of our university’s scientific potential and the quality of the research carried out by our scientists,’ says the…

Antarctic ecology, methods of monitoring the marine environment, tagging seabirds with geolocators and the sustainable management of marine living resources - these are just some of the topics that participants had the opportunity to explore during the course held at the University of Gdańsk in the second half of July as part of the ICEPACT project.…

What do an unsolved Sudoku puzzle, a scratched CD, and a quantum computer have in common? Which quantum technologies are likely to begin transforming our everyday lives within the next decade? And does Poland have a chance to become one of the leaders of the second quantum revolution? We spoke with dr Felix Huber from the Institute of Computer Science…

Three young researchers from the University of Gdańsk were among the winners of the 10th edition of the National Science Centre’s SONATINA competition. In total, they will receive over 2 million zlotys to carry out their research projects. The grants support researchers embarking on independent academic careers, enabling them to conduct innovative…

Bubas, the 39-year-old leader of the pod, has no intention of moving. The trainer patiently encourages him to enter the pool. Once more. And once more. He responds with a loud grunt, turns his head away and pointedly stays put. The tourists burst out laughing. ‘He’s got character. He knows what he wants,’ says Natalia Makałowska-Kur, a seal keeper and…

An article on recognising texts generated by artificial intelligence has been published in ‘The Economist’. Dr Karolina Rudnicka from the Faculty of Languages at the University of Gdańsk provided expert commentary. In the article, which explores the challenges associated with recognising texts created by large language models (LLMs), dr Rudnicka points…

The development and launch of a free MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) educational platform designed to develop skills related to entrepreneurship, innovation and the sustainable use of marine resources, as well as the creation of five online courses covering various areas of the blue bioeconomy - these are the key outcomes of the recently completed BlueBioTechpreneurs (BBT). The University of Gdańsk participated as a…

Success in sport is not just about physical training. When all competitors are performing at a high and consistent level, psychological factors - such as the ability to cope with pre-competition nerves - can be decisive in achieving a top result. Sports psychologists therefore play an important role in the modern preparation of athletes. What does their work involve? We asked dr hab. Dagmara Budnik-Przybylska to share…

A team of researchers from the Faculty of Chemistry at the University of Gdańsk has developed an innovative biosensor enabling the rapid detection of the bacterial endotoxin LPS. This solution has been granted patent protection by the Polish Patent Office. LPS is a substance found in the outer membrane of many infection-causing bacteria, including…

How can you turn research findings into an engaging story? How can you capture your listeners' interest when talking about science? And how can you feel confident when performing on stage? We invite scientists keen to improve their skills in science communication to take part in the Science Show workshop series, which will culminate in a presentation…

Does caring for mental health look the same in different parts of the world? How does culture shape the understanding of well-being, family life, ways of coping with crises, and the search for help, meaning in life, and even death? Participants of the Euro-Asian Scientific Congress on Mental Health, funded by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) will explore these questions. The Congress will take…

The anniversary 30th edition of the international Shakespeare Festival begins on 23 July. Audiences watching performances from Canada, the UK, Romania, the Czech Republic, Spain, and Poland will be accompanied by the festival newspaper ‘Shakespeare Daily’, which will be produced by staff and students from the University of Gdańsk. This year’s edition…

Symposia for academic and administrative staff, and a summer school for students - these events took place in the last quarter at the University of Gdańsk as part of the “SEA-nergy II” project - Support for Synergistic and Complementary Activities of the SEA-EU 2.0 Project’, which aims to develop joint SEA-EU degree programmes and strengthen…

‘To truly understand the process of radicalisation, we need not only more sophisticated research methods, but also interdisciplinary collaboration.’ We spoke to dr hab. Tomasz Besta, prof. UG, about the challenges involved in researching extremism, particularly in the context of cross-cultural studies.   Karolina Żuk-Wieczorkiewicz: - As a researcher,…

The Conference of Rectors of Polish Universities (KRUP), on the initiative of its Chair and Rector of the University of Gdańsk, prof. Piotr Stepnowski, has adopted a position on the launch of a nationwide programme ensuring that students at Polish universities have consistent access to affordable and nutritious meals. The document has been forwarded to…

Over 32,000 candidates are applying for admission to full-time first-cycle degree programmes and integrated master’s programmes at the University of Gdańsk. Among the most popular degree programmes are Criminology, Journalism and Social Communication, Psychology, Audiovisual Production and Japanese Studies. Administration, Film and Audiovisual Culture…

What are the consequences of rejecting scientific knowledge? Why do researchers’ findings so often lose out to ideology, vested interests or social beliefs - and how does this affect our lives and the functioning of the modern world? We aim to answer these questions as part of the series ‘The less I know, the better I sleep...’ - a discussion on the…

The SEA-EU alliance, of which the University of Gdańsk is a co-founder and active contributor, has received further funding from the European Commission. The partners will be given €7.2 million to implement the SEA-EU Next project, which marks the next stage in the development of the European Maritime University. This will enable them to develop joint…

For over 55 years, the University of Gdańsk has helped shape Oliwa’s identity. Today, the university’s largest campus is an integral part of the district, and for decades the academic community has helped shape its scientific, social and cultural character. Therefore, during the celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of Oliwa’s…

The second-cycle degree programme Solidarity Studies, launched at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Gdańsk, has received ex ante accreditation from the Polish Accreditation Committee, confirming the high quality of the study programme and its compliance with current educational standards. The coordinator of the programme’s…

Can sound be converted into light? An international research team, led by scientists from the University of Gdańsk, has demonstrated that ultrasonic waves can trigger light emission in a luminescent material. The research was led by scientists from the University of Gdańsk: dr hab. Sebastian Mahlik, prof. UG and dr Justyna Barzowska from the Institute…

Paula Meehan is one of the most important contemporary Irish poets. Why does she describe herself as O’Malley’s child? How did her fascination with Emily Dickinson begin? And what is the source of her poetry? Urszula Abucewicz and Patrycja Zielke talk to the poet. Patrycja Zielke: - Your poetry, though deeply rooted in mythological and Irish contexts,…

The University of Gdańsk Senate’s last meeting before the summer break took place on 2 July 2026. It was chaired by the Rector of the University of Gdańsk, prof. Piotr Stepnowski, who began by presenting letters of congratulations to those who had recently been awarded the title of professor. The meeting’s agenda also included, amongst other items, a…

‘If someone needs to flee from home, we must suppose living conditions in their country are extremely difficult.’ Dr Francesca Tessitore, psychoanalyst, works with forced migrants and asylum seekers both as a researcher and as a clinician. Her research focuses on the relationship between undergoing extreme trauma and autobiographical narrative in the context of forced migration and seeking international protection. What…

Can viruses help treat bacterial skin infections? A growing body of research suggests that they can. One of the most prestigious journals in the field of clinical microbiology has published a review article on the use of bacteriophages in the treatment of skin infections and diseases. Among the co-authors of the publication was prof. dr hab. Alicja…

Mgr Marta Szaszkiewicz-Sawa, Director of the University of Gdańsk Museum, has been elected Vice-President of the Association of University Museums for the 2026–2030 term. The decision was taken during the Association’s General Election Meeting, which took place on 30 June 2026 at the University of Warsaw Museum. The election of a…