Iwona Golonka | Dermatological Pharmacology | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Iwona Golonka, Medical University of Wrocław, Poland

Dr. Iwona Golonka is an assistant professor at the Wroclaw Medical University, specializing in physical chemistry and biophysics. With a Ph.D. in chemical sciences from the University of Wrocław (2006), she has authored 16 scientific papers (IF: 67.162, H-index: 9) and contributed to numerous research projects and patents, including innovations in flotation tablets. Her work spans antimicrobial peptides, membrane biophysics, and EPR spectroscopy. A recipient of multiple national awards and scholarships, Dr. Golonka is also actively involved in international conferences and academic collaborations in pharmaceutical sciences.

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Education

Dr. Iwona Golonka has been an Assistant Professor at Wroclaw Medical University’s Faculty of Pharmacy since 2003, working in the Department of Physical Chemistry and Biophysics. She earned her Ph.D. in chemical sciences in 2006 from the University of Wrocław, specializing in coordination chemistry . Her academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Environmental Chemistry in 1999. Dr. Golonka is a co-author of several research projects and a teaching script , and has published 16 scientific papers with a total impact factor of 67.162 and an H-index of 9, including a notable 2020 paper with an IF of 9.381.

Awards

Dr. Iwona Golonka has received numerous honors for her outstanding scientific contributions. In 2022, she was awarded a diploma by the Rector of the Medical University of Gdańsk for her team’s research on antimicrobial compounds and fluorescent dyes . She earned multiple individual awards (2020–2024) for high-impact publications in JCR journals . Notable achievements include a 2016 1st degree team award for physicochemical methods in drug research and a national Eureka! MZD distinction for an innovative flotation tablet. She also received scholarships (2011, 2004) and several team awards (2006–2010) for creative and environmentally focused scientific work .

Experience

Dr. Iwona Golonka has contributed significantly to pharmaceutical innovation and research. In 2014, she participated in the Lower Silesian Innovation Voucher project, working on innovative cosmetics using active marine collagen . She co-invented a flotation tablet for prolonged therapeutic activity on the stomach lining, leading to a European patent application in 2015 . This innovation was officially patented in 2020 under Polish patent number 235144, emphasizing its impact in pharmaceutical sciences . Her work showcases a strong focus on translational research and product development, bridging the gap between scientific discovery and real-world application.

Research Focus

Dr. Iwona Golonka’s research centers on biophysical and pharmaceutical sciences, particularly focusing on lipid monolayers, antimicrobial peptides, antioxidants, and nano-formulations. Her work explores the interactions of bioactive compounds—such as ascorbic acid and quercetin—with model membranes, as well as the development of innovative drug delivery systems using materials like bacterial cellulose, alginate, and chitosan. With applications in dermatology, photoprotection, and nutraceutical delivery, her studies integrate physicochemical characterization, nanotechnology, and molecular modeling to enhance therapeutic effectiveness. Her contributions support advancements in formulation stability, antioxidant efficacy, and antibacterial activity.

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