A graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Wrocław. He has been dealing with eye diseases of dogs, cats and horses since 2005. During her studies, she completed numerous internships and internships, including as a scholarship holder at the University of Budapest and the University of Ludwik Maximilian in Munich, in one of the best centers of veterinary ophthalmology in Europe under the supervision of prof. H. Gerhards. After an internship at a horse hospital, she gained experience in the field of companion animal diseases in one of the largest clinics in Wrocław. Member of the European Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology, a longtime translator of ophthalmic publications for Elsevier, author of many articles in the trade press. He regularly participates in ESVO and ECVO conventions. He has completed a course in cataract surgery using the phacoemulsification method and cryosurgery. She completed the 1st degree course in ophthalmology in Luxembourg and the 2nd degree course in the field of ophthalmic surgery organized in Toulouse. Since 2016, he has additionally been involved in scientific work in the field of applying the latest achievements in regenerative medicine in the treatment of retinal diseases.

Dr. Małgorzata Nowicka-Kaźmierczak is a molecular biologist and geneticist, holding a PhD from the Faculty of Biological Sciences at the University of Wrocław. She is affiliated with the International Institute of Translational Medicine (MIMT), where she serves as an expert in biomedical research, laboratory manager, and coordinator of scientific projects. Her scientific background, which has been significantly broadened through participation in numerous international conferences, spans cell biology, genetics, molecular mechanisms of cellular stress responses, and regenerative medicine. She is the author and co-author of peer- reviewed publications produced in collaboration with national and international research teams. Dr. Nowicka-Kaźmierczak combines extensive laboratory expertise with strong organizational and project management skills, proven by her success in securing multiple scholarships and her involvement in the preparation and implementation of grant projects. She oversees laboratory infrastructure, coordinates experimental workflows, and ensures effective communication within research teams. At MIMT, she contributes to the development of innovative biomedical technologies and supports the implementation of high-quality research standards across the institute.

Chemist specializing in chemical biology and the design of selective molecular tools for studying proteases involved in the blood coagulation cascade. She earned her PhD with distinction at the Department of Biological Chemistry and Bioimaging, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, where she developed advanced activity-based probes enabling precise profiling of coagulation-related enzymes. For over five years, she was a researcher in the prestigious TEAM grant funded by the Foundation for Polish Science, conducting pioneering work on substrate specificity of APC, thrombin, factor Xa and XIa using combinatorial chemistry and HyCoSuL technology. Her work included the design and solid-phase synthesis (SPPS) of fluorogenic peptide substrates, the development of inhibitors and activity-based probes, as well as kinetic analyses, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting and confocal imaging. She also gained extensive expertise in human plasma isolation, cell culture, enzymatic activity profiling and the biological analysis of peripheral blood cells. Dr Modrzycka-Gach is the author of several publications in leading international journals such as Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Science, and Organic Letters, and a co-author of a patent application concerning activity-based probes for parallel imaging of coagulation proteases. She has presented her research at international conferences, where her work earned awards for outstanding presentations. She received multiple Rector’s Scholarships and the Primus Award for high-impact scientific publications, and was also distinguished in the TOP10 Graduates competition of the Faculty of Chemistry at WUST.

Microbiologist and Molecular biologist with international experience across Spain and the United States. He has led independent, competitively funded research as Principal Investigator on a CFAR Pilot Grant at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (HIV/TB host–pathogen interactions, United States), later securing Torres Quevedo and IVACE funding in Spain as PI while directing precision-oncology projects at Bionos Biotech. He has extensive experience in molecular microbiology, genetic engineering, cell biology, immunology, microbiome, transcriptomics and molecular oncology. He has published in leading journals (e.g., Nature Communications, Cell Reports) and received multiple presentation and fellowship awards. Currently, he combines teaching with active research as Co-Principal Investigator, together with Prof. Krzysztof M. Marycz (MIMT, Poland), on a Morris Animal Foundation-funded project investigating mitochondrial dysfunction and mtDNA mutations in canine hemangiosarcoma, with the goal of developing earlier diagnosis and precision, mitochondria-targeted interventions.

Kacper Zbieralski, MSc, is a PhD candidate at the University of Wrocław, where he studied Genetics and Experimental Biology. His doctoral research investigates cellular responses to toxic metalloid-induced stress, focusing on protein sorting and homeostasis in both native and heterologous expression systems. As a co-investigator on a National Science Centre-funded project, he examines the evolution and application of plant metalloid transporters. He completed a research traineeship at the Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes, France, gaining international research experience. He has received multiple academic honors, including the Rector's Scholarship for Highest GPA and grants through the "Young Scientist – 2020-2025" competition. He actively participated in international conferences on molecular biology, contributing to the advancement of metal(loid) stress research. At MIMT, he works on genetic and metabolic engineering, as well as contributes to the development of industrial biotechnology.

A graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences. From the beginning of her veterinary studies, she gained extensive clinical experience through internships and externships in numerous veterinary practices and hospitals in Poland, United Kingdom and Italy, working under the supervision of leading specialists in various fields of veterinary medicine. Her professional focus is the ophthalmology of small and large animals, a discipline in which she consistently expands her knowledge and clinical skills. She has completed numerous specialized trainings, including the ophthalmology course organized by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) and the two-level ophthalmology programme offered by the European School for Advanced Veterinary Studies (ESAVS). She is a regular participant in ECVO and ESVO congresses. Since 2021, she has been affiliated with the International Institute of Translational Medicine, where her scientific work focuses on the use of subconjunctival implants in the treatment of ophthalmic diseases in dogs and horses.

A graduate of Molecular Biotechnology and Biocatalysis at the Faculty of Chemistry, Wrocław University of Technology. During her engineering studies, she dealt with the search for an alternative method of fighting pathogens and preventing the formation of bacterial infections and epidemic outbreaks. To this end, it synthesized bacterial serine protease inhibitors as a new therapeutic approach. During her master’s studies, under the supervision of the Director of the National Medicines Institute, she worked on the influence of cannabinoids derived from Cannabis sativa L. in the prevention of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. She is a certified specialist in R&D projects. She completed courses in business negotiations, obtaining EU funds and the “Digital Marketing Course” conducted by, among others, Rob Percival. For a year, he has been cooperating with biotechnology companies, the High-tech and IT industry, on obtaining EU funds in prestigious grants and competitions (EU funds, PFR, NCBiR). At the International Institute of Translational Medicine, he continues to study the therapeutic potential of cannabis-derived compounds on ASCs-Adipose-derived stem cells. She is also responsible for the development of innovation, contact with partners and for establishing cooperation.

PhD student at the Wrocław University of Science and Technology in the discipline of mechanical engineering. The doctorate is carried out as part of the 6th edition of the implementation program of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education in Poland. The aim of the PhD thesis is to construct a model of an innovative bioreactor for the cultivation of bioengineered microorganisms that are a source of health-promoting active substances for use in veterinary medicine. The doctorate is being carried out in cooperation with the biotechnology company HippoVet+, where he is the manager of the production of supplements and clinical preparations for animals. In 2022, he completed his master's degree in biotechnology and molecular biology at the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, where he completed the implementation master's program. The program resulted in the development of an innovative transplant material with cyclosporine A for use in veterinary ophthalmology.

A graduate of Microbiology at the Faculty of Biological Sciences of the University of Wrocław, where she completed her master’s studies with distinction. Her scientific path has been closely connected with parasitology and veterinary diagnostics. In her bachelor’s dissertation, she focused on the wild and synanthropic protozoan reservoirs of Leishmania spp., analysing their impact on the circulation of pathogens between wildlife, domestic animals and humans. Her master's thesis focused on the molecular identification of coccidia from the family Eimeriidae in free-living predators, combining advanced molecular techniques with field parasitology. Professionally, she is involved in diagnostic work in horses, dogs and cats, specialising in parasitology, microbiology and the molecular biology. Her main scientific interests revolve around zoonoses, environmental reservoirs of infections and the clinical relevance of parasites and microorganisms in veterinary medicine. She is an active member of the parasitological scientific association ASCARIS. Throughout her academic path, she received the Rector’s Scholarship for the best students for three consecutive years and consistently engaged in research projects. Outside the laboratory, she dedicates her time to sports, especially volleyball, which has accompanied her for many years. Currently she continues to develop her expertise at the intersection of microbiology, parasitology and veterinary diagnostics, combining scientific precision with practical clinical relevance.

Chemist specializing in biomedical chemistry. She completed her Master’s degree at the University of Gdańsk, conducting research focused on peptide synthesis and their applications in medicine. Her master’s thesis centered on the development of peptide substrates designed for the synthesis of conjugates with potential use in targeted therapies for the treatment of HER2-positive breast cancer. As part of her research, she worked on optimizing the conditions for substrate synthesis. She is currently continuing her scientific career as a PhD student in the same field at the University of Gdańsk. Her project involves developing a peptide with anti-inflammatory and pro- regenerative properties, with potential application in veterinary medicine. The aim of this research is to create an innovative biologically active molecule capable of supporting tissue repair processes and limiting the development of inflammatory states in veterinary practice. In her work, she combines chemical synthesis methods with the evaluation of the biological activity of the designed peptides.

Natalia Nowicka is a bioinformatics engineering student at the University of Wrocław, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics. Her studies combine computational methods with molecular biology, enabling her to work at the intersection of data analysis, biological systems, and biotechnology. She has developed skills in programming, statistical analysis, genomics, and the processing of biological data, gaining experience with bioinformatics tools and computational workflows. In parallel, she is building practical laboratory skills. Her academic interests include programming, molecular data analysis, modeling biological systems, and using computational methods to study cellular processes. For her engineering thesis, she plans to focus on computational solutions supporting biological research, including data-driven analyses, genomic interpretation, and algorithmic approaches. She is committed to expanding her expertise in bioinformatics and contributing to research bridging biology and computer science.