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UW researchers on transport networks
09-07-2024…flow fluctuations remain tuned in a particular way. “Simple growth rules can often lead to fascinating patterns. Tree-like structures are effective for transport, but networks that contain loops are more resilient to damage. Understanding the necessary conditions for the emergence of loops in evolving networks is our long-term goal,” said Prof. Piotr Szymczak from the Faculty of Physics of the University of Warsaw, a co-contributing author of t…
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University’s Social Responsibility – report
24-06-2024…has been running since 2008. Architecture and city space: the building of the UW Faculties of Modern Languages, and Applied Linguistics at Dobra 55 received the Mayor of Warsaw Architecture Award in 2021. The building was recognised for its modern design, accessibility for people with disabilities and harmonious integration into the space of Warsaw’s Powiśle district; the UW Faculty of Biology was a winner in the Real Estate Impactor 2023 compet…
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Threats of misinformation
18-06-2024…can existing interventions be improved so that they do not reduce trust, increase scepticism or foster misperceptions. The particular emphasis was put on fact-checking, media literacy, and coverage of misinformation through practical guidelines for media organisations, the educational sector and policymakers. The obtained results indicate that the tested interventions are successful at reducing belief in false information, but at the same time, th…
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Meeting with the Rector of Masaryk University
18-06-2024…Research Prof. Zygmunt Lalak, and the Vice-Rector for Cooperation and Human Resources Prof. Sambor Grucza. During the meeting, both parties expressed their concern with strengthening and broadening the existing collaboration in biology and chemistry. “As the University of Warsaw, we are interested in improving the exchange of scientists between our institutions. The presence of good lecturers at foreign universities and the impact of the knowl…
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Statement from the UW Rector on the protests
13-06-2024…een physically attacked, their bodily integrity has been violated, destruction of property (a broken window, damaged monuments and cars), classes disrupted by groups of the protesters, academic employees had their cars blocked by the protesters. Such behaviours should not be justified by any underlying issues. Dear University Community, First and foremost, as the UW Rector, I am committed to providing a safe work environment to each member of…
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The future of biodiversity
03-06-2024…ons presented by the scientists in “Nature Climate Change” may help to design spaces better adapted to the changing environment in the future. Until now, the biological effects of climate change and urban development have been studied as separate issues in the scientific world. A team of scientists, including Prof. Marta Szulkin from the UW’s Faculty of Biology, decided to investigate their joint impact on ecological processes and the evolution of…
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Dr Johan Reinhard with the UW Medal
03-06-2024…ings on the Ampato, Pichu Pichu, Sara Sara Misti peaks in southern Peru and Quehuar Llullaillaco, the highest archaeological site in the world (6739 meters) in north-western Argentina. Lecture and presentation of the UW Medal On 27th May, in the Ballroom of the Tyszkiewicz-Potocki Palace, Dr Johan Reinhard gave a lecture entitled “The sacred Andes. High mountain archaeology”. The event was organised by the Centre for Andean Research, the Museum…
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On the emblem of the University in “Read with the UW”
29-05-2024…of Mordyński. It was Potocki’s design, which was used to create the great seal of the University. The seal certified the completion of master’s and doctoral studies. “The University of Warsaw was meant to be a place of education in the new spirit for future lawyers, doctors, architects, humanists, physicists or chemists. They would take advantage of the newest science achievements and steer the country in a different direction,” Dr Krzysztof M…
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2024 Night of Museums at UW
21-05-2024…artefacts and artistic exhibitions such as clinical atlases of human anatomy, graphics, drawings and posters from various historical periods. The UW Library Garden was open as long as 1 am. Games The University of Warsaw Museum in the Tyszkiewicz-Potocki Palace opened its doors to showcase an exhibition “Na kampusie wszystko gra” which presented the history of games ranging from the Bronze Age to the 20th century. The visitors had also a chance t…
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Extreme neck elongation in archosaurs
16-05-2024…eptile. Their work results are published in Royal Society Open Science. A human, a whale, a giraffe and a mouse share one common feature – they are all mammals. Predominantly, in mammals there are seven cervical vertebrae. The number of vertebrae is essential in the growth and development of an organism. Researchers point out that the increase in the number of vertebrae leads to terminal disorders and tumours as early as in the foetal stage. “An…
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