Project Leader: Prof. Beata Kaczmarek-Szczepańska
This project is an interdisciplinary research initiative rooted in the One Health concept, aimed at developing modern, environmentally friendly biomaterials for applications in both human and veterinary medicine. By combining natural bioactive compounds with advanced technologies, the project team will strive to create innovative dermatological and biomedical solutions with minimal environmental impact.
One of the key assumptions of the project is the identification and use of raw materials derived from renewable, often underutilized sources, such as agro-food industry by-products or medicinal plants. These materials will be thoroughly analyzed for safety, biological efficacy, biodegradability, and implementation potential. Biocompatible and biodegradable polymers will be enriched with natural active substances, including polyphenols, essential oils, and antioxidants, endowing them with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative properties. Technologies such as 3D printing will enable precise tailoring of structure and production scale to specific applications.
A strong foundation of the project lies in its broad potential for interdisciplinary collaboration. Chemists will focus on the design and synthesis of new materials. Biologists will conduct in vitro and in vivo tests, assessing therapeutic properties and environmental impact. Physicists will provide nanoscale structural analyses to support the optimization of material–cell interactions. Statisticians will play a key role in planning and analyzing experiments, ensuring data reliability through advanced mathematical models and validation methods. Veterinarians will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of biomaterials under clinical conditions, translating results into potential applications in human medicine. Legal and administrative experts will ensure regulatory compliance, data protection, and commercialization strategies. A team of philosophers and bioethicists will safeguard alignment with responsible research practices and One Health values. Science communication coordinators and visual designers will create tools and content to effectively share results with audiences across science, policy, and society.
This collaborative project structure translates into a unique added value. Through close cooperation among representatives of different fields, the project exemplifies a modern approach to scientific research—focused not only on innovation but also on tangible social impact.
Join the team and co-create the future of biomaterials in the spirit of One Health—where science meets responsibility and sustainable development.