Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anna Zawadzka | Materials Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Physics; Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Informatics at Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, Poland

Anna Zawadzka is a distinguished physicist and materials engineer 🧪🔬, currently a faculty member at Nicolaus Copernicus University, Toruń, Poland 🇵🇱. With a Ph.D. in Atomic and Molecular Physics and a habilitation in Materials Engineering, she has significantly contributed to research in photovoltaics, nanomaterials, and hybrid structures 🌞⚡. She has collaborated with top institutions worldwide 🌍, published 144 papers 📚, and holds a Hirsch index of 22 📊. Recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally (Stanford), she is actively involved in research projects, editorial boards, and international scientific initiatives 🏆🌟.

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Education & Experience

📚 Education:
✅ Dr. Habilitation (2019) – AGH University of Science and Technology, Cracow 🏛️ (Materials Engineering)
✅ Ph.D. (2001) – Nicolaus Copernicus University 🎓 (Atomic & Molecular Physics)
✅ M.Sc. (1996) – Nicolaus Copernicus University 🎓 (Physical Basics of Microelectronics)
✅ Pedagogical Studies (1996) – Nicolaus Copernicus University 🎓 (Education)

💼 Professional Experience:
🔹 Nicolaus Copernicus University (1996–Present) – Faculty of Physics, Astronomy, and Informatics 🏫
🔹 Radboud University, Netherlands (2003–2004) – Postdoctoral Researcher 🌍
🔹 Internships & Collaborations – France, Spain, Morocco, Czech Republic, and more 🌎

Professional Development

Anna Zawadzka has played a pivotal role in advancing materials engineering, photovoltaics, and applied physics 🏗️🔋. She has led multiple national and international research grants, including Horizon 2020 and Erasmus+ projects 📑💡. As a guest editor and reviewer for leading scientific journals 📖, she has contributed over 300 reviews. Her extensive conference participation includes plenary, keynote, and invited lectures in renowned institutions 🌍. She also mentors students, oversees laboratory work, and collaborates on high-impact interdisciplinary projects 🤝📊. Her leadership in scientific research and education makes her an influential figure in modern physics and engineering 🌟🔬.

Research Focus

Anna Zawadzka’s research revolves around advanced materials engineering, focusing on photovoltaics, nanotechnology, and hybrid materials 🌞🧪. Her work explores perovskites, organometallic complexes, and oxide structures for energy applications ⚡🔋. She integrates physics, chemistry, and metrology to enhance material efficiency and sustainability 🔬🌱. Her research extends into nonlinear optics and semiconductor technologies, contributing to energy-efficient solutions 🔍💡. With international collaborations in France, Germany, Spain, and Morocco 🌍, she is at the forefront of scientific innovation in functional materials. Through her research, she aims to revolutionize energy solutions and technological advancements for a sustainable future 🌏🔋.

Awards & Honors

🏅 Scholarship of the French Government (2015) 🇫🇷
🏅 Stanford University Top 2% Scientist (2020, 2021, 2023) 🏆
🏅 Scientist of the Future Award – Smart Development Forum (2021) 🌍
🏅 NCU Rector’s Team Award (2019, 2009) 🎖️
🏅 Priority Research Team Distinction (2019) 🌟
🏅 President & Member of Ph.D. Thesis Juries (France, Morocco, Poland) 🎓
🏅 Evaluator for EU & NCN Grants 💡

Publication Top Notes

1. Role of Composition and Temperature in Shaping the Structural and Optical Properties of Iodide-Based Hybrid Perovskite Thin Films Produced by PVco-D Technique
   Published: March 18, 2025, in Materials
   DOI: 10.3390/ma18061336
   Summary: Investigates how composition and temperature influence the structural and optical properties of hybrid perovskite thin films when fabricated using the Physical Vapor Co-Deposition (PVco-D) method.

2. Protective Layer Engineering: Impact of SnO₂ and PbI₂ on the Optical Parameters and Stability of Hybrid Perovskite Thin Films
   Published: February 11, 2025, in Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals
   DOI: 10.1080/15421406.2025.2458934
   Summary: Examines the effect of protective SnO₂ and PbI₂ layers on the optical properties and long-term stability of hybrid perovskite thin films.

3. Control of Second- and Third-Order Nonlinear Optical Properties of DCM and Znq₂ Composites Fabricated by the Physical Vapor Co-Deposition Process
   Published: November 2024, in Optical Materials
   DOI: 10.1016/j.optmat.2024.116045
   Summary: Explores the nonlinear optical behavior of DCM and Znq₂ composite materials created via PVco-D, focusing on second- and third-order optical properties.

4. Low-Temperature Influence on the Properties and Efficiency of Thin-Film Perovskite Solar Cells Fabricated by the PVco-D Technique
   Published: August 2024, in Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells
   DOI: 10.1016/j.solmat.2024.112993
   Summary: Studies how low-temperature conditions affect the performance and properties of perovskite solar cells fabricated through the PVco-D method.

5. Simple Hole Transporting Material Based 2,7-Carbazole for Perovskite Solar Cells: Structural, Photophysical, and Theoretical Studies
   Published: June 2024, in Physica B: Condensed Matter
   DOI: 10.1016/j.physb.2024.415852
   Summary: Investigates the use of a 2,7-carbazole-based hole transport material in perovskite solar cells, analyzing its structural and photophysical characteristics alongside theoretical calculations.

Conclusion

Anna Zawadzka’s extensive research output, global collaborations, leadership in scientific initiatives, and prestigious awards make her a highly suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award. Her contributions to materials engineering, photovoltaics, and interdisciplinary sciences have left a significant mark on her field, making her a deserving recipient of such recognition.