70 years of the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences
We are delighted to announce a special event marking the 70th anniversary of the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences. This milestone commemorates the first session of the Institute’s Scientific Council and celebrates seven decades of groundbreaking research, innovation, and international collaboration.
Over the years, IChF has continuously evolved, transcending the traditional boundaries of physical chemistry to tackle global scientific challenges. By fostering interdisciplinary research and engaging with partners worldwide, the Institute remains at the forefront of scientific discovery, shaping the future of chemistry and its applications.
Join us in celebrating this significant occasion as we reflect on our achievements and set the course for the next era of pioneering research. Together, we continue to turn scientific dreams into real-world solutions, advancing chemistry across borders.
Program
| 8:00 | Registration and coffee – Administration building |
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| Official part – outside | |
| 09:00 | Unveiling of the commemorative plaque of J. Herbich |
| 09:20 |
Opening of the new laboratory building
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| 09:30 |
Walk through the IChF campus and return to the administration building
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| Session I: building a bright future on solid foundations (and funding) – IChF Aula | |
| 10:00 |
Welcome address by the director of the Institute
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| 10:10 |
Addresses by the representatives of the official bodies
TBA
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| 10:30 |
70 years of IChF in a nutshell
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| 10:50 |
IChF Today and Tomorrow
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| 11:10 |
Vision of vision at IChF: the case of ICTER
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| 11:25 |
Address by the IChF International Advisory Board representative
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| 11:30 | Coffee break |
| Session II: shaping careers with IChF (Chaired by Agnieszka Michota-Kamińska) – IChF Aula | |
| 12:15 |
Address by the head of the PhD Council at IChF
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| 12:20 |
From Quarks to Viruses and Around the World
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| 12:40 |
Physical Chemistry as Queen of Sciences in the Industry
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| 13:00 |
A journey of no return (or how a naive Andalusian chemist ended up counting photons in Warsaw)
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| 13:20 | Lunch and networking – IChF gardens |
| Session III: back to science (chaired by Joanna Niedziółka-Jönsson) – IChF Aula | |
| 15:00 |
Science in IChF from almost 50 years perspective
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| 15:30 |
Digital chemistry - a trip into the blue
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| 16:10 |
Antimicrobials & Cancer Diagnostics Through an Electrochemical Lens
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| 16:50 |
Toward predictive modeling of bimolecular systems, from physical chemistry of polymers to viruses and organelles
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| 17:30 – 21:00 | Informal celebration: grill and networking – IChF gardens, sponsored by Renggli |
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Accommodation Where can I stay?
The list presents recommended hotels within walking distance of the IChF location, ordered from the closest to the farthest. You can make bookings directly with the hotels via the provided links or through email. Please note that the peak season runs from May to September, so we strongly recommend booking your accommodation early.
The conference organizers are not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, endorsed by, or benefiting in any way from the hotels listed below.
Please remember that using any of our recommended accommodations is entirely optional. We’ve simply compiled a list of hotels offering special rates for conference attendees. You are welcome to explore other lodging options through booking platforms.
Holiday INN Express Warsaw - the HUB ***
- Distance from IChF location: 1,3 km
- Address: rondo Ignacego Daszyńskiego 2A, 00-843 Warszawa
- Website: www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 377 37 37; email: reservationcp.warsawhub@ihg.com
- Special offer: 10% off with the code “Candela.” This offer is valid for bookings made until May 5, 2025.
- Additional info: Cost of parking is 120 PLN. Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Crown Plaza ****
- Distance from IChF location: 1,3 km
- Address: rondo Ignacego Daszyńskiego 2, 02-843 Warszawa
- Website: www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 377 37 37; email: reservationcp.warsawhub@ihg.com
- Special offer: 10% off with the code “Candela.” This offer is valid for bookings made until May 5, 2025.
- Additional info: Cost of parking is 120 PLN. Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Hotel Radisson Blu Sobieski ****
- Distance from IChF location: 2 km
- Address: plac Artura Zawiszy 1, 02-025 Warszawa
- Website: www.radissonhotels.com
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 579 10 00; email: reservation.sobieski.warsaw@radissonblu.com
- Special offer: 550 PLN/night single room; 600 PLN/night double room. Prices include breakfast. Use the code “Candela”, reservation via phone or email.
- Additional info: Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Golden Tulip ****
- Distance from IChF location: 2 km
- Address: Towarowa 2, 00-811 Warszawa
- Website: warsaw-centre.goldentulip.com
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 582 75 00; email: confirmation@booking.goldentulip.com
- Special offer: 15% off with the code “Candela2025” for reservations made by 16 May 2025.
- Additional info: Check-in 2:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Campanile ***
- Distance from IChF location: 2 km
- Address: Towarowa 2, 00-811 Warszawa
- Website: varsovie.campanile.com
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 582 72 00
- Special offer: 15% off with the code “Candela2025” for reservations made by 16 May 2025.
- Additional info: Check-in 2:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Royal Tulip Warsaw Centre *****
- Distance from IChF location: 2 km
- Address: Grzybowska 49, 00-844 Warszawa
- Website: unique-hotels.pl
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 102 71 00
- Special offer: 600 PLN/night single room; 700 PLN/night double room. Prices include breakfast. Book via website https://royal-tulip-warsaw-centre.goldentulip.com/pl/, use discount code “92210802”
- Additional info: Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Leonardo Royal Hotel Warsaw ****
- Distance from IChF location: 2,1 km
- Address: Grzybowska 45, 00-844 Warszawa
- Website: www.leonardo-hotels.pl
- Contact: tel.: +48 22 278 88 88; email: reservations.warsaw@leonardo-hotels.com
- Special offer: 15% off with the code “Candela” for Superior rooms, reservation via phone or email.
- Additional info: You can cancel your reservation by 6:00 pm on the day of arrival. Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm.
Travel How to get here?
The Institute of Physical Chemistry (IChF) is located in the Wola district of Warsaw, close to the city’s business center. The area is well-connected to the city center and other districts, offering convenient access via public transport and main roads. Its strategic location makes it easily reachable for both local and international visitors.
Location:
Marcina Kasprzaka 44/52,
01-224 Warszawa
Click here to check the location on Google Maps
Closest metro stations, M2 line:
- Płocka
- Rondo Daszyńskiego
Closest bus stops:
- PKP Wola (Kasprzaka)
- Szpital Wolski
Closest tram stations:
- Szpital Wolski
Arriving in Warsaw
If you arrive by plane at Warsaw Chopin Airport, there are two recommended options to reach the conference center:
- Taxi
There is a dedicated taxi operator at the airport (EleTaxi). The journey from the airport to the institute takes about 20 minutes and should cost around 85 PLN (approximately 20 EUR). Card payments are accepted. Please note that Uber and Bolt also operate at the airport. - Train
You can take the S2 line to the Warsaw West station. From there, you can take bus 523 to Pkp Wola (Kasprzaka) stop and take a walk to the Institute (600m).
If you arrive by train at Warszawa Centralna Station, there are three recommended options to reach the conference center:
- Metro
You can take the M2 metro from Świętokrzyska Station (approximately a 15-minute walk from Warszawa Centralna) to the Płocka metro station. From there, it is a 9-minute walk to the Institute. Please note that you will need to purchase a ticket, which can be done at ticket vending machines located near the entrance to the metro. - Taxi
There is a dedicated taxi operator at the train station (iTaxi). The journey to the Institute takes about 10 minutes and costs around 45 PLN (approximately 10 EUR). You can also use Uber or Bolt as alternative options. - Bus
You can take the 178 bus line to the Szpital Wolski bus stop. From there, it is a 3-minute walk to the Institute. Tickets can be purchased at vending machines located at the bus stop or inside a bus.
