płk rez. dr hab. inż. Tomasz Smal
Krzysztof Jóźwiakowski
CETEF’26 Thematic Conference
Circular Economy Technologies, Biotechnologies and Agrotechnologies
Day II20.10.2026
Time: 9:00 - 15:00The Lecture and Conference Center of the Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 2, Poznań
Organizer
The Poznań University of Life Sciences (PULS) is a leading Polish university in the field of life and agricultural-forestry sciences, as well as related economic and engineering-technical disciplines. Our university is called a “green university” because it is close to nature, ecology, and environmental management. The UPP structure includes 6 faculties, with 750 scientific staff conducting research in 10 leading scientific disciplines, mostly rated A+ and A. The PULS educates over 7,000 students and 120 PhD students. Educational programs are tailored to the challenges of the modern world, and its research sets new directions in agriculture, ecology, biotechnology, and life sciences. PULS graduates are globally respected specialists – leaders who shape the future in the natural, economic, and technological sectors. Thanks to its extensive research infrastructure and modern laboratories, the university conducts innovative, world-class research. University researchers actively participate in international research projects, collaborating with leading institutions and companies worldwide. In a recent ranking, 29 PULS employees were among the top 2% of the world’s most cited scientists. PULS manages over 14,500 hectares of land across 10 agricultural and forestry experimental plants and farms. This makes PULS a multidisciplinary source of innovation, expert knowledge, and solutions with high implementation potential. It is a key scientific partner for businesses in agriculture, forestry, the agri-food industry, and sectors related to quality of life and ecology, contributing to sustainable social development, respect for the natural environment, and the promotion of healthy eating. One of PULS’s latest scientific and educational initiatives, with a significant impact on the socio-economic environment, is the creation of the Green AI HUB – the Wielkopolska Center for Sustainable Artificial Intelligence.
The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Non-Ferrous Metals is a scientific institution conducting innovative research aligned with global trends. We focus on the development of new technologies, optimization of industrial processes, and modernization of production lines. Our areas of interest include recycling and environmentally friendly solutions.
We conduct research across the entire development cycle: from laboratory studies to pilot-scale and prototype-scale investigations covering all non-ferrous metals. We are equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation, accredited laboratories, and fully equipped industrial halls.
The Institute’s headquarters is located in Gliwice, while we also have branches in Skawina, Legnica, and Poznań. Our workforce comprises nearly 500 employees.
Within the Institute, there operates an Industry Contact Point Sustainable Economy, which provides support to entities wishing to apply for funding from Horizon Europe, through the organization of matchmaking and networking events as well as industry consultations. The activities of the Industry Contact Point are carried out free of charge thanks to funding from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.
Description
The title of conference “Circular Economy Technologies, Biotechnologies and Agrotechnologies” covers a broad range of topics with a significant impact on manufacturing processes in the economy and society, from agriculture and biotechnology-based raw material processing to waste management to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization. The conference will present innovative technologies across all thematic areas, drawing on examples from ongoing research and development projects and their implementation in enterprises.
Agenda
Opening of the conference
Session I
(09:10 – 10:40) – Circular Economy Technologies
Introduction – Prof. ???? Łukasiewicz IMN (chairman)
Keynote speaker – prof. Alexandros Stefanakis, University of Crete, Chania, Greece – Implementing nature-based solutions for circular wastewater management: examples and case studies (20 min.)
Presentation – prof. dr hab. Krzysztof Jóźwiakowski, Lublin University of Life Sciences – Results of study a demonstrator of a hybrid constructed wetland system used for final treatment of dairy wastewater – project SUP-RIM (10 min.)
1 hour of session left for Łukasiewicz IMN (Director Barbara Juszczyk)
Coffee break (10:40 – 11:00)
Session II
(11:00 – 12:30) – Biotechnologies
Introduction – Prof. UPP dr hab. Wojciech Białas, Poznań University of Life Sciences (chairman)
Keynote speaker – Salim Essakali, MSC, MBA, Vice President, Head of OEM Business (QIAGEN GmbH)
Panel discussion:
Moderator: Prof. UPP Dr hab. Wojciech Juzwa, Poznań University of Life Sciences
Panelists:
- Andrzej Orłowski – Quality Director, Polmlek Sp. z o.o.
- Łukasz Michalak – President, SMP Agro Sp. z o.o.
- Grzegorz Semerjak – Technology Director, ORLEN Południe S.A.
- Krzysztof Tomalik – Industrial Talent Manager, Lactalis Group
- Justyna Bernat – Operations Director, QIAGEN Polska
- Presentation: Adamed Pharma S.A.
- Presentation: StartUp of a young researcher, Poznań University of Life Sciences
- Summary – Prof. UPP dr hab. Wojciech Białas, Poznań University of Life Sciences
- At the stand: Students’ Scientific Club of Biotechnologists OPERON, Poznań University of Life Sciences
Lunch (12:30 – 13:30)
Session III
(13:30 – 15:00) – Agrotechnologies
Introduction – Prof. UPP dr hab. Krzysztof Koszela, Poznań University of Life Sciences (chairman)
Topics of the speeches:
Smart Agrotechnologies for Europe’s Technological Sovereignty and Food Security
Digital Agrotechnologies: Data, AI and Robotics for Europe’s Food Security
Advanced Agrotechnologies for Europe’s Resilient and Autonomous Agriculture
- Keynote speaker – Jelte Wiessma, Secretary General of CEMA (European Agricultural Machinery Industry Association (15 min.)
- Keynote speaker – Artur Szymczak, Managing Director, KUHN – Maszyny Rolnicze Sp. z o.o., Member of the Management Board of the Polish Chamber of Agricultural Machines and Equipment PIGMUR (15 min.)
Presentation/movie – dr Marcin Płóciennik (Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center), dr Tomasz Wojciechowski (Poznań University of Life Sciences) – Smart Agrotechnologies for Europe
Panel discussion:
Moderator: Dr Piotr Łuczak – Agrokonsument
Topics of panel:
- Who Owns Agricultural Data? Building Trusted European Agri-Data Ecosystems
- Will Autonomous Robots Transform European Agriculture by 2035?
- High Technologies for Resilient and Sustainable Food Production
- Agricultural Data Spaces and Interoperability for European Food Security
Panelists:
- Jarosław Adamczyk, Digital Business Director, CLAAS Polska
- dr Marcin Płóciennik, Head of the IoT Technology Department, PCSS
- prof. dr hab. inż. Adam Cieślak, Poznań University of Life Sciences
- dr inż. Mirosław Czechlowski, Poznań University of Life Sciences
Presentation: polski StartUp Nirby
Movie: Digital Agriculture Initiative – a new chapter in agricultural innovation
Summary – Prof. UPP dr hab. Krzysztof Koszela, Poznań University of Life Sciences
At the stand: Students’ Scientific Club of Agricultural Engineering, Uniwersytet Przyrodniczy w Poznaniu
Speakers
Prof. dr hab. Piotr Goliński
Prorektor ds. nauki Uniwersytet Przyrodniczy w Poznaniu
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