Oliwia Kordyl | Drug Delivery Systems | Best Research Article Award
Ms. Oliwia Kordyl, Poznan Univeristy of Medical Sciences, Poland
Ms. Oliwia Kordyl (b. June 9, 1997) is a dedicated PhD student at Poznan University of Medical Sciences, specializing in 3D printed microneedles for targeted drug delivery. With a background in biotechnology from Adam Mickiewicz University, her work spans molecular biology, pharmaceutical technology, and reproductive genetics. Oliwia has held roles as a lab manager, molecular biologist, and biotechnologist, contributing to innovative projects and scientific conferences. She is skilled in advanced lab techniques and passionate about travel, fitness, and continuous learning.
Publication Profile
Education
Ms. Oliwia Kordyl is currently pursuing her Ph.D. (Nov 2023–Present) at the Poznan University of Medical Sciences in Poland, focusing on 3D printed microneedles for voriconazole delivery in treating local skin infections. Her research involves optimizing microneedle manufacturing, assessing physicochemical and pharmaceutical properties in vitro, and evaluating drug permeation ex vivo and microbiological effectiveness 🧪🧬. She earned her M.Sc. and B.Sc. in biotechnology from Adam Mickiewicz University (2016–2021), where she explored DNA methylation in oligozoospermia and gene expression in spermatogenesis 🧫. Her academic journey began at K.K. Baczyński Secondary School, specializing in biology, physics, and chemistry 🔬📚.
Experience
Ms. Oliwia Kordyl completed a valuable internship at Novazym Polska in Poznań from July to August 2019. During her time at this renowned biotechnology company, she gained hands-on experience in laboratory techniques and deepened her understanding of industrial biotechnology practices 🔬💼. The internship provided her with practical insights into the daily operations of a biotech firm and allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in a real-world setting 🧪📊. This experience not only enhanced her technical skills but also strengthened her passion for research and innovation in the field of biotechnology, laying a strong foundation for her future scientific endeavors 🚀.
Awards
🏆 Ms. Oliwia Kordyl has actively contributed to the scientific community through speeches and posters at esteemed conferences. She presented on sperm DNA methylation at the 21st Andrology Day (2019) 🧬 and the 21st European Testis Workshop (2021) in Barcelona. Her posters featured at ESHRE 2020, the European Human Genetics Conference (2021), and the 6th Polish Congress of Genetics (2022) showcased her expertise in epigenetics and sperm chromatin structure 🧫📊. In 2023, she co-authored a poster on microneedles for transdermal drug delivery at PolGerSym10 💉. Oliwia also co-authored a publication in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2022) 📄📚.
Research Focus
Ms. Oliwia Kordyl’s research focuses on the development of innovative drug delivery systems, particularly microneedle-based technologies for transdermal applications. Her work combines 3D printing, pharmaceutical coatings, and hydrogel systems to enhance the treatment of bacterial and fungal skin infections. She also explores photodynamic therapy and nanotechnology for targeted drug release. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutics. Additionally, her research extends to epigenetic analysis in human sperm, highlighting her interest in reproductive biology. Her work is at the frontier of personalized medicine, non-invasive therapies, and advanced pharmaceutical technologies.