Analytical Microsystems Research Group

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Team leader: dr hab. Łukasz Tymecki, prof. ucz.

Team leader’s e-mail address: l.tymecki@uw.edu.pl

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Brief description of the research topic:

The research group focuses on tasks related to the development, construction, and validation of analytical tools — ranging from novel detection schemes, through sensors (electrochemical and optical), and flow systems utilizing these sensors, to fully integrated analytical devices. The team members are committed to the practical application of scientific research and development results in a business environment. Many of the group’s achievements have been patented, and some have been licensed to external entities for market implementation — most often in the form of medical devices.

One example is the national patent P.414108: “A device for determining the level of an analyte in dialysis fluid via chemical reaction, an apparatus for determining the level of an analyte in dialysis fluid via chemical reaction, a cartridge for determining the analyte in dialysis fluid via chemical reaction, a kit for determining the level of an analyte in dialysis fluid”. This patent formed the basis for the spin-off company of the University of Warsaw – Microanalysis sp. z o.o., founded by current and former members of the group. The company implemented the project POIR.01.01.01-00-1213/20-00, funded by the National Centre for Research and Development (NCBR).

The group addresses technological challenges in practical analytics, with a focus on applications in clinical laboratories as well as point-of-care systems. Therefore, the research interests include the detection of nephrological markers, as well as other medically significant biomarkers.