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All organisms require energy to survive, and the primary energy carrier in biological processes is ATP. Every cell in the human body contains organelles known as mitochondria, which are specialized for ATP production. In addition to the cell nucleus, mitochondria are the only organelles in animal cells, including human cells, that contain their own genome, known as the mitochondrial genome. This genome encodes a small number of genes compared to the nuclear genome, but each of these genes is vital for human life. Extensive research has demonstrated that mitochondrial function is closely linked to various biological processes, including aging, cell death, and the innate immune response. Mutations in the mitochondrial genome or abnormalities in its copy number can lead to conditions known as human mitochondrial diseases.

The meeting will consist of a practical part and a short lecture. Participants will have the opportunity to learn the basics about mitochondria and the mitochondrial genome (DNA). During the practical part, attendees will gain hands-on experience with basic molecular biology techniques, conduct their own experiments to explore the variability of the mitochondrial genome, and observe mitochondria using fluorescence microscopy.

This presentation explores how vibrations create intricate fluid patterns, highlighting sound frequencies' effects on liquid dynamics through cymatics and the Faraday instability. Cymatics vividly shows how sound waves can be transformed into visible geometric structures on a liquid surface. At the same time, the Faraday instability explains how fluids become unstable under the influence of oscillating forces, forming complex wave patterns. We will see how everyday sounds can generate remarkable visual effects in liquids, unveiling the subtle interplay of waves that craft intricate designs.

Imagine an explosion so powerful it can outshine our Sun by a hundred quintillion, that is 10 to the 20th power. These are gamma-ray bursts (GRBs), the most intense explosions in the cosmos since the Big Bang. GRBs occur either when a massive star collapses or when two compact objects (two neutron stars or a neutron star and a black hole) merge. In both scenarios, a black hole forms, and the surrounding gas spirals inward, launching twin jets at nearly the speed of light.

In just seconds, a single GRB can release more energy than the Sun emits in its entire ten-billion-year lifetime. These cosmic cataclysms forge many of the universe’s heavy elements and send ripples through spacetime, the gravitational waves, which we detect on Earth today and will observe in even greater detail with future space-based interferometers. Because no Earthbound experiment can recreate these extreme conditions, we employ numerical simulations performed in super-computers. By modeling the furious interplay of gas, magnetic fields, and gravity, we reveal how jets ignite, how light is produced, and what signatures to seek with telescopes and gravitational-wave detectors.

In this talk, I will guide you through the physics of GRBs, showing our simulation techniques, and highlight key insights into these spectacular cosmic explosions.

The lesson covers Mary Shelley's canonical novel Frankenstein and the circumstances of its creation, and explains the cultural and historical-literary context that helps in its interpretation. We will discuss whether the Monster was really monstrous, whether Frankenstein is a Gothic novel or the first science fiction story, and what inspired Mary Shelley to create her story. We will travel to the Villa Diodati on Lake Geneva, which witnessed the birth of the work, and we will see what theories about the origin of life prevailed in
science in the late 18th century. Finally, we will look at how the moment of the Monster coming to life was shown in one of the films based on Mary Shelley's novel.

Choosing a university is more than picking a place to study—it's about choosing the environment that will shape your future. This interactive session is designed to give you a clear, inspiring look into what life at Kozminski University can offer.

We’ll explore how KU empowers students to grow academically, develop leadership potential, and connect with a global community of forward-thinkers. You’ll hear about the vibrant learning culture, the real-world skills you can build, and how KU integrates innovation and inclusiveness into every step of the journey.

More than just academics, university is where you’ll stretch your thinking, find your voice, and gain the confidence to design your own path. This is where ambition meets opportunity—and it could all begin with KU.

In a world reshaped by rapid technological change, success belongs to those who are ready—not just to adapt, but to lead. This engaging lecture invites new students and graduates to explore how innovation, inclusion, and forward-thinking education can empower individuals to thrive in uncertain times.

Kozminski University is pioneering this shift by integrating Artificial Intelligence and inclusive practices into both its curriculum and culture. These efforts are redefining how we learn, work, and grow—equipping students with the mindset and tools to navigate complexity with confidence.

Join us for a dynamic session that challenges traditional notions of success and offers a fresh perspective on what it means to be truly future-ready.

“Physikshow” aims to educate kids and adults alike about physics through a fun and engaging show. In our shows, we present entertaining and educational experiments and explain them in an easy-to-understand way.  
The “Physikshow” is lead by Prof. Herbert Dreiner and Timo Poller from the Physics Institute of the Bonn University. The students write, organize and perform the shows during their free time.

Physikshow offers fun, educational physics shows for kids and adults, created by Bonn University students and led by Professors Dreiner and Poller.

„Physikshow” ma na celu popularyzację fizyki wśród dzieci i dorosłych poprzez zabawne, angażujące i łatwe do zrozumienia pokazy naukowe. W ramach naszych występów prezentujemy ciekawe eksperymenty, które łączą walory edukacyjne z elementami rozrywki, a ich zasady tłumaczymy w przystępny sposób.

Projekt prowadzony jest przez profesorów Herberta Dreinera i Timo Pollera z Instytutu Fizyki Uniwersytetu w Bonn. Pokazy są tworzone, organizowane i wykonywane przez studentów, którzy poświęcają na to swój wolny czas.

Tibetan language belongs to Tibeto-Burman language group. Thanks to the Tibetan language, particularly the Classical Tibetan language, Tibetan Buddhism originated from India is well preserved for more than a thousand years. Because of this language Buddhism spread all over the world for the benefit of all beings. The Modern Tibetan language and the Classical Tibetan language share more common values than differences and help each other to understand written documents, old and modern, deeper and better.

Tibetans traditionally categorize the Tibetan language into two groups. They are known by the name, written language (yig skad) and spoken language (ngag skad). It is one of the oldest languages with a script and writing system in the world. According to modern Tibetologists Tibetan language belongs to Tibetic language group, utilized and spoken in Tibet proper and around the Himalayan regions. Based on the research findings of the Tibetan language, we can categorize it into three groups; Old Tibetan, Classical Tibetan, and Modern Tibetan. The Tibetan script we have now was invented more than a thousand years ago, in the middle of the 7th century. According to Tibetan history, a minister of the Tibetan imperial court, Thon mi Sambhota, was sent to India to learn the Indian language. Spending more than a decade in India he returned to Tibet and invented two kinds of scripts, Dcu
chen and Dcu med. The script Dcu chen is mainly for printing documents and Dcu med script is for everyday usage, writing notes and letters.

There are different theories about the invention of the two Tibetan scripts. Most of the traditional Tibetan historians assert that the two Tibetan scripts are invented based on Lantsa [Ranjana] and Wartula Indian script. And some historians stated that it derived from the Indian Devanagari script. The modern Tibetan scholar Dge ’dun chos ’phel (1903-1951) believe that Dbu chen script is invented based on the Gupta script of India and Dbu med script is just a faster writing version of Dbu chen script, similar to many old archaic writings as well as Dzongkha writing of Bhutan nowadays. In some archaic documents we could find the combination of both scripts in a single syllable. Those archaic documents are called yig rnying (old writing). Except for minor stylistic differences between Tibetan archaic script and modern script, the basic structure of the script remained unchanged without evolution.

Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits on the host. One of the basic criteria for selecting probiotic microorganisms, including bacteria, is their ability to survive in the host's body. Adhesion, i.e. the ability of microorganisms to adhere to the intestinal mucosa, enables the colonization of the gastrointestinal tract, and thus extends the probiotic action and contributes to improving the microbiological balance of the gastrointestinal tract. Other features, such as resistance to low pH or bile salts, production of various metabolites, including substances against other, competing microorganisms, also determine the ability of bacteria to survive in the gastrointestinal tract of animals or humans. Adhesion also allows for direct contact between microorganisms and epithelial cells, which is an important factor in many of the health-promoting effects observed with probiotic strains. During the lesson, we will introduce lactic acid bacteria, a group of microorganisms that includes the largest number of probiotic bacterial strains. We will show what their cells look like, how to investigate their probiotic properties using simple microbiological and biochemical tests, and talk about research on probiotics that use modern omics techniques (genomics, metagenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics).

This lecture explores how robotics and automation are reshaping global labor markets, with a focus on productivity, employment trends, and the evolving role of human workers. We will examine case studies from the manufacturing sector and consider policy responses to technological disruption.

There is a lot of talk about the dramatically low birth rate in Poland and possible reasons for the reluctance of Polish women and men to have children. Meanwhile, thousands of people, predominantly of childbearing age, have arrived to Poland from various countries. It is therefore worth considering how newcomers to Poland perceive the country as (potential) parents. What conditions are necessary to decide to start a family from the perspective of people with different migration histories and cultural backgrounds? What are the advantages and disadvantages of Poland for parents, compared to other countries? I invite you to a discussion inspired by the results of my research on conditions for having children and parenting plans conducted among immigrants from Ukraine and Polish return migrants. The meeting will take place at the Multicultural Centre with the possibility of sub-group discussions in different languages.

Dużo mówi się o dramatycznie niskiej liczbie urodzeń w Polsce i możliwych powodach niechęci Polek i Polaków do posiadania dzieci. Tymczasem z różnych krajów do Polski przybywają tysiące osób, głównie w wieku odpowiednim by założyć lub powiększyć rodzinę. Warto więc zastanowić się, jak osoby przybyłe do Polski oceniają ten kraj jako (obecni lub potencjalni) rodzice. Jakie warunki są niezbędne by zdecydować się założyć rodzinę w nowym miejscu z perspektywy osób z różną historią migracji i przybyłych z różnych krajów? Jak pod kątem rodzicielstwa wypada Polska w porównaniu z innymi krajami? Zapraszam do dyskusji inspirowanej wynikami moich badań nad warunkami dla posiadania dzieci i planami rodzicielskimi przeprowadzonymi wśród osób z Ukrainy i polskich migrantów powrotnych. Spotkanie odbędzie się w Centrum Wielokulturowym z możliwością dyskusji w podgrupach w różnych językach.

З точки зору людей з різною міграційною історією та прибулих з різних країн, які умови необхідні для прийняття рішення про створення сім'ї на новому місці? Як Польща порівнюється з іншими країнами з точки зору батьківства? Я запрошую вас до дискусії, натхненної результатами мого дослідження умов для народження дітей та батьківських планів, проведеного серед вихідців з України та польських мігрантів, які повернулися до Польщі. Зустріч відбудеться в Мультикультурному центрі з можливістю обговорення в підгрупах різними мовами.