07 czerwca 2021
The second round of registration for vaccinations at the University Vaccination Point (Uniwersytecki Punkt Szczepień, UPSz) in the University of Warsaw Library building is open until 8th June (midnight).
Following the government’s guidelines, the University of Warsaw has joined the country-wide programme to set up vaccination centres at workplaces and has launched the University Vaccination Point in the University of Warsaw Library building (sports area at the -1 level), at the beginning of May.
The programme is open to those who have not been vaccinated yet. It aims to build a safe place for working and studying regardless of age (one general condition needs to be fulfilled – people aged 18 and over).
UW has open the University Vaccination Point in collaboration with CenterMed that offers occupational medicine services. The overall medical service, including the registration, arranging appointments, informing patients about their vaccination dates, and carrying out vaccinations, is provided by CenterMed.
Those, who have registered for vaccinations as part of a country-wide vaccination programme, who have a scheduled date or are awaiting their appointments, will be able to get vaccinated at the University Vaccination Center if their scheduled date of vaccination is later than the one resulting from the schedule at the University Vaccinated Point.
Registration for vaccination at the University Vaccination Point means to consent to the personal data transfer to CenterMed. It is aimed at determining the number of people and then arranging the vaccination date. CenterMed will order the number of vaccines and then register for exact dates, verifying the applicants with the list obtained earlier from the university.
Who can register for vaccination at the University Vaccination Point?
- Employees who are not academic teachers,
- Academic teachers, doctoral candidates,
- Students of degree Programmes: 1st, 2nd and long cycle studies (Bachelor and Master), aged 18 and over,
- People employed under a civil law contract or self-employed.
How to register for vaccination?
Those who want to register for vaccination are requested to fill in the form “Vaccination application organised by the University of Warsaw in cooperation with CenterMed”. The next registration round is scheduled for 7th and 8th June.
Important information:
- Vaccinations will be administered by the CenterMed Warsaw company (“CenterMed Warszawa”), 00-630 Warsaw, 10a Waryńskiego Street.
- Vaccination place: the University of Warsaw Library building (sports area, at -1 level), 00-312 Warsaw, 56/66 Dobra Street.
- Detailed information regarding the organisation of vaccinations at the University Vaccination Point is available at https://centermed.pl/uw.
Source: www.en.uw.edu.pl
The Centre of New Technologies invites to a webinar by
Prof. Dominika Nowis,
Laboratory of Experimental Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw
Title: Arginases and anti-tumor immune response
Date: 11th June 2021 (Friday)
Time: 12:00 pm (Central European Summer Time)
Host: prof. Joanna Trylska
Virtual seminar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81817087386
Meeting ID: 818 1708 7386
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Abstract:
Depletion of essential (L-tryptophan) or semi-essential (L-arginine) amino acids has been shown to suppress antitumor immune responses. Arginase-1 (ARG1) is a cytosolic enzyme catalyzing degradation of L-arginine to L-ornithine and urea, depleting tumor microenvironment of this compound. T cells need arginine to support their proliferation in the lymph nodes and to promote their ability to kill tumor cells. Arginine deprivation is associated with decreased proliferation potential of activated T cells as well as with down-regulation of CD3 zeta, a major signal transducer from the T cell receptor (TCR). Thus, arginine deprivation due to increased ARG1 activity is a very smart strategy of the tumor to avoid T cell-mediated effector mechanisms and, at the same time, one of the potential targets of anti-tumor therapy. ARG1 is overexpressed not only by cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs), myeloid-derived suppressory cells (MDSCs) but also numerous cancer cells such as ovarian cancer, renal cell carcinoma, breast carcinoma, prostate cancer, and colorectal cancer. During my talk I will present our recent data on the role of cancer cell- derived, MDSCs and macrophages-derived as well as CD71+ erythroid cells-derived ARG in the development of anti-tumor immune response. I will also discuss the clinical potential of targeting ARG in cancer therapy.
02 czerwca 2021
Project Manager – Dorota Latek, DSc PhD (Head of Modeling of Cellular Processes Laboratory, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw) is looking for candidates to work in a research project: „Self-learning systems in the design of compounds modulating GPCR receptors activation”, OPUS 20 – National Science Centre. Deadline for applications: 30 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
27 maja 2021
On 9th June, Welcome Point organises an online meeting on the legalisation of stay in Poland. During the webinar, participants will learn the most important legal aspects regarding their residence in Poland during their studies and after graduation. The application deadline is 2nd June.
The legalisation of stay in Poland during studies and other legal aspects are the most frequent topics discussed by international students and candidates. For those who are currently wondering whether they need to legalise their stay, or how this procedure looks like during a pandemic, Welcome Point organised webinars dedicated to students from non-EU countries. The meeting will be led by specialists from The Association for Legal Intervention, who professionally provide assistance in legalising the stay of international students at UW.
During the meeting, the following issues will be discussed:
- The legalisation of residence in Poland (visa, permanent residence permit)
- Differences between a student visa and a temporary residence permit
- The procedure of application for a residence permit
- Taking up a job during studies
- The legalisation of stay after obtaining a university diploma
- Polish descent and Card of the Pole holders’ rights
- Special solutions for foreigners caused by the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic
Webinars will be held online for safety reasons.
- Meeting in English: 9th June 2021, 3:00 p.m. CEST
- Meeting in Polish: 11th June 2021, 3:00 p.m. CEST
To participate in the event, students and candidates are requested to register in advance by completing the form. The application deadline is 2nd June.
At the end of the meeting, the Q&A session will be held. Experts will answer the questions that can be sent along with the registration form.
More information on meeting and the legalisation of stay in Poland is available on the Welcome Point website >>
Source: www.en.uw.edu.pl
The Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS), compiled by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy, is out. Mathematics and Physics, run by the University of Warsaw, were ranked 76-100. Also, nine other UW subjects were listed in the ranking.
The 2021 GRAS is one of the most comprehensive and objective rankings of world universities by subjects. This year league table contains rankings of universities in 54 subjects across natural sciences, engineering, life sciences, medical sciences, and social sciences. Over 1 800 out of 4 000 universities across 93 countries and regions are listed in the rankings.
The University of Warsaw in GRAS 2021:
Ranked 76-100
Ranked 201-300
Ranked 301-400
- Atmospheric science
- Biotechnology
- Political science
- Psychology
- Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Ranked 401-500
- Economics
- Chemistry
- Materials science and Engineering
The ranking was compiled based on the following indicators: research output (Q1), research influence (CNCI), international collaboration (IC), research quality (Top), and international academic awards (Award).
More information on the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021 >>
Source: www.en.uw.edu.pl
Project Manager – dr hab. Sebastian Kmiecik, Head of Laboratory of Computational Biology at Biological and Chemical Research Centre, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw is looking for candidates to work on the scientific project: „Development of tools for the rational design of peptide therapeutics” financed by the National Science Centre OPUS program for PhD student (2 positions). Deadline for applications: 20 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
26 maja 2021
Project Manager – Dorota Latek, DSc PhD (Head of Modeling of Cellular Processes Laboratory, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw) is looking for candidates to work in a research project: „Self-learning systems in the design of compounds modulating GPCR receptors activation”, OPUS 20 – National Science Centre. Deadline for applications: 30 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
Project Manager – Dorota Latek, DSc PhD (Head of Modeling of Cellular Processes Laboratory, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw) is looking for candidates to work in a research project: „Self-learning systems in the design of compounds modulating GPCR receptors activation”, OPUS 20 – National Science Centre. Deadline for applications: 30 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
24 maja 2021
The Centre of New Technologies invites to a webinar by
Prof. Michael Feig,
Michigan State University, USA
Title: Can machines learn all of the rules of physics, chemistry, and biology?
Date: 28th May 2021 (Friday)
Time: 14:00 pm (Central European Summer Time)
Host: prof. Joanna Trylska,
Virtual seminar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81220964820
Meeting ID: 812 2096 4820
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Abstract:
Artificial intelligence is making many inroads in traditional areas of science. Initial efforts were complementary to traditional approaches towards interpreting and predicting data, but most recent successes are surpassing what theory and empirical methods can deliver, especially in areas where there is extensive high-quality data for machines to learn from. A striking example is the field of protein structure prediction where machine learning has led to tremendous advances solving a problem long faced with tremendous challenges. To illustrate what machine learning can deliver, recent predictions from the latest round of CASP are analyzed in depth via more conventional physics-based simulations that were initially meant to refine imperfect models by adding physical insights. The conclusion appears to be that machines learned not just all of the physics and chemistry of protein structures but even part of the biological context that modulate specific aspects. The broader implications for what may be possible in the future are profound and will be discussed based on additional examples.
19 maja 2021
The Volunteer Centre of the University of Warsaw together with the UW student community has prepared a real treat not only for cooking enthusiasts, but also for those who want to spend as little time in the kitchen as possible. Polish-English culinary publication “Student Cookbook” is a collection of several dozen favourite recipes of the University of Warsaw students. In the ebook you will find ideas for a snack, something sweet, really quick dishes and many more, in vegan, vegetarian and meat versions. Choose your favourite recipe – it’s gonna be yummy!
Link to the publication: https://wolontariat.uw.edu.pl/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/COOKBOOK.pdf
The Student Cookbook is available free of charge.
VC UW encourages you to share the publication, test recipes and post photos of prepared dishes on social media using the following tags and hashtags:
- Instagram: @ucw_uw
- Facebook: @UCWUW
- #przepisnikstudenckiuw #studentcookbookuw #uniwersyteckiecentrumwolontariatu #vcuw
Sharing the publication with the University of Warsaw community is not the end of the project. The Volunteer Centre of UW is planning further attractions related with cooking so it’s worth following the VC UW social media to keep up to date with current activities.
PS A bonus awaits you at the end of the publication!
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About the project:
The idea for the project „Student Cookbook” appeared in the spring of 2020, during the pandemic. In these unusual circumstances, cooking was one of the ways to break away from reality. From November students of the University of Warsaw could send their favourite recipes, adding anecdotes and interesting stories related to their preparation. Participants were also invited to an online culinary workshop, during which they learned how to prepare simple and healthy meals and had a good time together. The culinary publication „Student Cookbook” is the result of the project.
More information about the „Student Cookbook” project: https://wolontariat.uw.edu.pl/przepisnik/
