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Where passion for science begins, a ranking of student research groups at WUM
Student Research Association has just released its ranking of student research groups (SRGs) operating at WUM. This year’s list included 227 groups. Here are the top ten.
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Prof. Maciej Mazurowski from Duke University with a lecture at WUM
During the lecture, the professor presented the latest achievements of his research team and trends in the development of artificial intelligence in radiology, with particular emphasis on the automated analysis of medical images and large AI models (foundation models).
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Accessible gynecological care: Conference at Karowa Hospital
How can women with disabilities access gynecological care that meets their needs? How should healthcare professionals communicate with patients, prepare examination rooms, conduct diagnostic procedures, and provide treatment? These were the topics addressed at the 5th National Scientific and Training Conference “Accessible Gynecology.” The two-day event brought together experts from various fields, including specialists from WUM.
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A prestigious award for a nuclear medicine paper
Mateusz Borsukiewicz, MSc, a radiology technologist from the Department of Nuclear Medicine at the University Clinical Center, Medical University of Warsaw (UCK WUM), became one of the four laureates of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) 2026 Technologists’ Award. This distinction is awarded during the annual congress of the EANM, which is the largest organization in Europe for specialists in this field.
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Key event on pharmacovigilance returns to WUM
The event in question is the Pharmacovigilance Polska 2026 congress, which our university co-organized for the second time. Although the event is primarily aimed at specialists in this field, its subject matter extends far beyond the expert community. Medication safety is a matter of fundamental medical and social importance, affecting every patient, their family, and the entire healthcare system.
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Prof. Robert Gałązkowski won the Civic Valor Award
Prof. Robert Gałązkowski, the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences WUM, became the winner of the 19th edition of Jerzy Zimowski Civic Valor Award. The professor was honored for many years of involvement in the development of emergency medical services in Poland, the activities of the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service and assistance in training Ukrainian medical professionals.
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A custom occlusal splint may help patients with primary headaches
Can dental treatment support the treatment of primary headaches? Experts from the Medical University of Warsaw investigated the use of a custom-designed relaxation occlusal splint for this indication. The results to date are promising.
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More greenery and biodiversity thanks to a grant for developing Banacha campus grounds
Medical University of Warsaw (WUM) has received funds from the Regional Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (WFOŚiGW) in Warsaw. These funds will help implement another stage of the project whose goal is to improve the microclimate and biodiversity at the University campus. This project will not only transform the appearance of the campus, but it will also benefit both the academic community and the local ecosystem.
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Our scientist in the prestigious group of Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Prof. Piotr Myrcha, the Head of the 1st Chair and Department of General and Vascular Surgery WUM, was accepted as a member of the American College of Surgeons, one of the most recognized surgical organizations worldwide. ACS membership is awarded to surgeons who meet high standards regarding professional qualifications, clinical experience and ethical conduct.
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People with Wilson disease and their guardians met at WUM
The meeting, organized by Wilson Association Poland and the Department of Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine at the University Clinical Center of the Medical University of Warsaw (UCK WUM), offered an opportunity for discussing the experiences, challenges, and treatment of patients with Wilson disease, including screening tests and novel therapies, as well as system-level support.

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