…Hong Kong), and their relevance to the current societal climate, i.e. how 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 s…

…negatively assesses the police intervention and the restoration of order.   We were those first to require decisive intervention. We wished for that nightmare to end. We wanted to return to our families, pick our children from kindergartens and schools. We advocated for calling the police.   We fully support the Rector’s decision, understanding that it was not easy and resulted in a media and political uproar. We are thankful that the focus was o…

…estoring order, and ensuring the safety of all members of the academic community.   The University of Warsaw is a place where freedom of speech and the right to protest are valued. However, the expression of views and opinions should not violate the rights of others or lead to destruction, regardless of the underlying issues that evoke strong emotions.   We call for calm, mutual respect, and dialogue in the spirit of the democratic values that gui…

…the 4EU+ Alliance. Project proposals need to be submitted by 30th September. On 21st June, an online information session will be held. Academics from the eight research-intensive universities: the University of Warsaw, Charles University, Sorbonne University, the University of Heidelberg, the University of Copenhagen, the University of Milan, the University of Geneva, and Paris-Panthéon-Assas University can submit their proposals for joint educati…

…legal consequences of their actions as well as to restore peace and order. For the safety of our entire community, the UW gates have been closed temporarily. The gates will be opened only to allow certified vehicles and verified persons to enter the campus. I believe you all understand the challenging situation and ongoing precautions. Nevertheless, I hope that these decisions to navigate this situation will be fully accepted from your side.   Pr…

…quested the assistance from the police to restore the infringed law and order. We strongly believe that just instructions to follow the legal and social rules at the University as well as resulting consequences of the violence should be successful.   Undoubtedly, the University authorities remain steadfast in the dedication to upholding the principles of free speech and academic freedom through dialogue, understanding and support to those who have…

…atform is required. The registration will be closed on 19th June at 11.55 pm.   More information is available via https://welcome.uw.edu.pl/welcome-meeting-for-new-international-uw-employees-june-26th/ The initiative is implemented under Action II.2.3. “Support of the relocation process of employees from abroad by introducing solutions facilitating involvement of new foreign employees to work at UW and preparation to stay in Poland” of the Excelle…

…ence Technology   Distinctions: Appsilon Sp. z o.o. Bhumi Sp. z o.o. Fundacja Koty z Grochowa – Na Rzecz Kotów w Potrzebie Modue Sp. z o.o. From Warsaw into the world The founder of Panattoni Europe, which won the main prize, is Robert Dobrzycki, who graduated from the Faculty of Management of the University of Warsaw. His company develops warehouse and industrial space in Poland and Europe. The company began operating in Poland in 2005, expanding…

…They appear naturally in materials created by low-symmetry molecules, i.e. chiral molecules that are non-superimposable on their mirror images. Electric dipoles are systems of spatially separated positive and negative charges. Although majority of molecules have a dipole moment, they only occasionally form crystalline networks in which the dipoles are aligned in one direction, creating a ferroelectric phase.   Until recently, it was widely believe…

…stitute of Technology (MIT) maintains its top position.   The full rankings can be found at https://www.topuniversities.com/qs-world-university-rankings/2025…