Dr. krzysztof Bienkowski | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. krzysztof Bienkowski, University of Warsaw, Poland

Dr. Krzysztof Bieńkowski is a distinguished chemist specializing in photo- and electrochemistry, with extensive expertise in spectroscopy, surface analysis, and semiconductor material synthesis. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Warsaw in 2019, where he conducted pioneering research on mixed metal oxides for photoelectrochemical devices under the supervision of Professor Paweł Kulesza. His academic journey also includes a Master of Science in Chemistry (2016) and a Diploma in Project Management

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Krzysztof Bieńkowski is a highly accomplished researcher with expertise in photo- and electrochemistry, materials science, and spectroscopic techniques. His research has significantly contributed to the development of semiconductor materials, energy storage systems, and surface analysis technologies, making him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

PhD in Chemistry (2019) – University of Warsaw
Thesis: “Preparation and characterisation of mixed metal oxides for photoelectrochemical devices.”
Master of Science in Chemistry (2016) – University of Warsaw
Thesis: “Study of the dependence of polymer film morphology on polymerisation conditions.”
Diploma in Project Management (2013) – University of Economics and Innovation, Lublin

💼 Work Experience

Adjunct, Laboratory Manager (2019–Present) – University of Warsaw, Centre for New Technologies
- Managed laboratory and research team in Dr. Renata Solarska’s group
- Led an international research project “HERA” on hydrogen energy (6.5M PLN budget)
- Specialist in spectroscopy, electrochemical & surface characterization techniques
Assistant, Laboratory Manager (2012–2019) – University of Warsaw, Centre for New Technologies
- Coordinated research in Prof. Jan Augustyński’s laboratory
Assistant (2014–2017) – University of Warsaw, Faculty of Chemistry
- Principal investigator of NCN-funded project on non-stoichiometric titanium oxides
TEAM Programme Fellow, Assistant (2009–2013) – Institute of Electronic Materials, Dept of Functional Materials
- Developed a new electrode preparation method for photoelectrochemical cells
- Co-authored 2 European patents
Assistant (2007–2009) – Institute of High-Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences
- Worked on material synthesis via solvothermal methods and high-pressure sintering
Assistant (2006–2007) – University of Warsaw, Faculty of Chemistry
- Conducted research on CdSe photoelectrochemical studies
International Fellowship (Mar-May 2023) – Department of Technology Systems, Oslo, Norway
- Research on optimizing PEC photoanodes for hydrogen sorption

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

Technical Leader of the NCBiR-funded international project “HERA” on hydrogen energy
Managed a research budget of 6.5 million PLN 💰
Principal investigator of an NCN-funded project on titanium oxides
Co-author of 2 European patents for semiconductor material synthesis 🏅
TEAM Programme Fellowship Awardee (awarded by Prof. Dorota Pawlak) 🎖

Publication Top Notes:

Solar-driven water oxidation and decoupled hydrogen production mediated by an electron-coupled-proton buffer

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Enhanced water splitting at thin film tungsten trioxide photoanodes bearing plasmonic gold–polyoxometalate particles

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Highly Efficient and Stable Solar Water Splitting at (Na)WO₃ Photoanodes in Acidic Electrolyte Assisted by Non‐Noble Metal Oxygen Evolution Catalyst

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Enhanced Photocatalytic Water Splitting on Very Thin WO₃ Films Activated by High-Temperature Annealing

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Highly Efficient Sunlight‐Driven Seawater Splitting in a Photoelectrochemical Cell with Chlorine Evolved at Nanostructured WO₃ Photoanode and Hydrogen Stored …

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Dr. Simona Nica, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Romania

Simona Nica, is a distinguished researcher in the field of organic and supramolecular chemistry, currently serving as the Scientific Secretary at the “C. D. Nenitzescu” Institute of Organic and Supramolecular Chemistry in Romania. She holds a Ph.D. from Siegen University and Friedrich-Schiller University Jena, Germany, where she specialized in organic chemistry. Simona completed her Master’s degree at the University of Bucharest and has accumulated extensive experience in both academia and research. Her previous roles include Senior Researcher at the Romanian Academy and Associate Lecturer at the University Politehnica of Bucharest. With a strong background in project management, she is currently leading significant research projects funded under the PNRR framework, focusing on advanced materials and cellular metabolism. Simona is committed to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation in her field, demonstrated through her active participation in various research initiatives and collaborations.

Suitability of Simona Nica for the Best Researcher Award

Candidate Overview: Simona Nica is a highly qualified researcher with a robust academic background and extensive experience in organic and supramolecular chemistry. Her commitment to advancing research and her leadership in significant projects make her a suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

2010 – 2013: Postdoctoral Fellowship, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iasi, Romania

2001 – 2005: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Siegen University and Friedrich-Schiller University, Jena, Germany (Dr. rer. nat.)

1991 – 2001: Master of Science in Organic Chemistry, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Chemistry

1995 – 1999: Bachelor of Science, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Chemistry

💼 Work Experience

2022 – Present: Scientific Secretary, „C. D. Nenitzescu” Institute of Organic and Supramolecular Chemistry, Romania

2018 – 2022: Senior Researcher II, Romanian Academy, “C. D. Nenitzescu” Center of Organic Chemistry

2006 – 2018: Senior Researcher III, Romanian Academy, “C. D. Nenitzescu” Center of Organic Chemistry

2016: Associate Lecturer, University Politechnica of Bucharest, Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Materials Science

2010 – 2013: Postdoctoral Researcher, Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Iasi, Romania

2005 – 2006: Postdoctoral Researcher, Friedrich-Schiller University, Jena, Germany

2002 – 2005: Ph.D. Researcher, Friedrich-Schiller University, Jena, Germany

2001 – 2002: Ph.D. Researcher, Siegen University, Germany

2000 – 2001: Chemist, Research and Development Department, Biofarm S.A. (pharmaceutical company)

🏆 Achievements, Awards, and Honors

2023: Project Manager for “Magnetic resonance methods to assess cellular metabolism and the formation of reactive oxygen species in the context of therapeutic approaches” funded by PNRR

2023: Key Person for “High performance chiral materials for circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) and chirality induced spin selectivity (CISS) (CRUNCHINESS)” funded by PNRR

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