Welcome to the PROM Project participants’ page!
Here you can discover the researchers currently involved in the PROM Project, learn about their research interests, and explore opportunities for academic collaboration.
Project number: BPI/PRO/2025/1/00021
Funding amount: PLN 999,675.00
Project duration: October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026
We also encourage you to familiarize yourself with short summaries of trips carried out under the PROM program by WUEB participants.
Wouter Meuleman
Wageningen University & Research
The Netherlands
Internship at WUEB: 2–31 March 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr hab. inż. Agnieszka Orkusz, prof. UEW
Wouter Meuleman is a Master’s student in Food Technology, focusing on alternative proteins, food structuring, and ingredient functionality. He has entrepreneurial experience, having founded a high-protein ice cream start-up, and is now exploring consumer and sensory science to link food innovation with practical acceptance.
E-mail: [email protected]
Svitlana Kuznetsova
National Technical University “Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute”
Ukraine
Internship at WUEB: 1–30 March 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr hab. Bożena Ryszawska, prof. UEW
Svitlana Kuznetsova is an Associate Professor specializing in finance, accounting, and digital financial ecosystems. Her research focuses on green finance, asset tokenization, and emerging financial technologies supporting financial stability and decision-making. During her visit, she is exploring how Poland’s experience in financing the energy transition can inform sustainable economic reconstruction in Ukraine.
E-mail: [email protected]
Md Yusuf Hossein Khan
University of Algarve
Portugal
Internship at WUEB: 1–30 April 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr Piotr Zawadzki
Md Yusuf Hossein Khan is a PhD candidate in Tourism Management. His research examines Memorable Tourism Experiences in the Age of Overtourism, focusing on how destination image shapes tourist satisfaction and electronic word-of-mouth (eWOM). During his visit, he is exploring sustainable tourism practices and innovative marketing strategies that can enhance destination competitiveness and visitor experience.
E-mail: [email protected]
Dorentina Fazliu
University of Mitrovica ”Isa Boletini”
Kosovo
Internship at WUEB: 1–30 April 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Dorentina Fazliu is a second-year Master’s student in Food Technology Engineering, specializing in cereal-based products, functional foods, and innovative approaches to food processing. Her research and laboratory work focus on food formulation, product development, and quality evaluation. During her international academic engagement, she is exploring opportunities to apply innovative food technologies to improve product quality and support sustainable food production.
E-mail: [email protected]
Florina Musaj
University of Mitrovica ”Isa Boletini”
Kosovo
Internship at WUEB: 1–30 April 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Florina Musaj is a Master’s student in Engineering and Food Technology, specializing in food processing, fermentation science, and quality assurance. Her research focuses on sustainable food production, functional food development, and applying biotechnology to improve safety and quality. During her international academic engagement, she is exploring ways to implement innovative and sustainable solutions in the food industry.
E-mail: [email protected]
Fidane Shalaj Isufi
University of Mitrovica ”Isa Boletini”
Kosovo
Internship at WUEB: 1–30 April 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Fidane Shalaj Isufi is a Master’s student in Food Technology with a background in Chemistry and Physics Education. Her academic interests focus on food quality and safety, laboratory analysis, and food processing. During her international academic engagement, she is exploring opportunities to further develop her research skills and gain practical experience in food technology environments.
E-mail: [email protected]
Beatriz Helena Paschoalinotto
Polytechnic Institute of Bragança (IPB)-Mountain Research Centre (CIMO), University of Vigo (Spain)
Portugal
Internship at WUEB: 20 April – 19 May 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Beatriz Helena Paschoalinotto is a Food Engineer with a Master’s degree in Quality and Food Safety and a PhD candidate at the University of Vigo, conducting research at CIMO since 2021. Her work focuses on sustainable agricultural systems and the valorization of wild edible plants, particularly their nutritional and phytochemical profiles. During her research, she is exploring innovative approaches to enhance the sustainability and nutritional value of food production.
E-mail: [email protected]
Miljana Djordjević
University of Novi Sad
Serbia
Internship at WUEB: 27 April – 26 May 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr inż. Ewa Pejcz
Miljana Djordjević, PhD, is a senior research associate in food technology, specializing in functional foods, valorization of food industry by-products, and innovative technologies such as 3D food printing. Her research focuses on developing plant-based functional ingredients and foods for special consumer categories. During her international academic collaborations and projects, she is exploring sustainable approaches to enhance nutritional value and promote innovation in the food industry.
E-mail: [email protected]
Marijana Djordjević
University of Novi Sad
Serbia
Internship at WUEB: 27 April – 26 May 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr inż. Agata Wojciechowicz
Marijana Djordjević, PhD, is a senior research associate in food technology, specializing in dietary fibres, functional bakery products, and gluten-free food development. Her research focuses on the use of plant-based raw materials and food industry by-products to improve nutritional quality and technological performance. During her academic and international collaborations, she is exploring innovative approaches to developing functional and sustainable food products.
E-mail: [email protected]
Martin Budil
Czech Technical University in Prague
Czech Republic
Internship at WUEB: 28 April – 27 May 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr inż. Maciej Pondel, prof. UEW
Martin Budil is a PhD candidate in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in machine learning applications in clinical data analysis. His research focuses on predicting relapses in multiple sclerosis using advanced computational methods. During his academic work, he is exploring innovative approaches to improve disease prediction and support clinical decision-making.
E-mail: [email protected]
Cheetra Bhajan
University of Mauritius
Mauritius
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 May 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Cheetra Bhajan is a PhD candidate in Food and Agricultural Science whose research focuses on the isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds from Mauritian endemic plants, particularly terpenes and their antioxidant properties. She is interested in exploring natural products for nutraceutical and therapeutic applications, with experience in phytochemical analysis, bioactivity assays, and laboratory-based research.
E-mail: [email protected]
Kibrnesh Tegenaw Tsega
University of Gondar
Ethiopia
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 May 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Kibrnesh Tegenaw Tsega is a lecturer and PhD candidate in Industrial Biotechnology at the University of Gondar, Ethiopia. Her research focuses on probiotics and prebiotics in gut health, microbial diversity in fermented foods, and the development of plant-based food alternatives. She has experience teaching courses in cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics, as well as mentoring undergraduate students.
E-mail: [email protected]
Aime Roger Raherison
King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi
Thailand
Internship at WUEB: 13 May – 11 June 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Aime Roger Raherison is a PhD candidate specializing in plant protein chemistry, food hydrocolloids, and gluten-free product development. His research focuses on the extraction and functional modification of biopolymers, particularly plant-based proteins and hydrocolloids for innovative food applications. During his academic work, he is exploring sustainable approaches to advance next-generation plant-based and gluten-free foods.
E-mail: [email protected]
Besar Jumniu
University of Tetovo
North Macedonia
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 June 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Besar Jumniu is a master’s student specializing in food technology and nutrition, with a strong interest in research, scientific development, and advancing his expertise in the field. He values working in culturally diverse environments and sees the exchange of ideas across different backgrounds as an important driver of innovation and professional growth.
E-mail: [email protected]
Liz Pacheco Pumaleque
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Spain
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 June 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr hab. Izabela Michalska-Dudek, prof. UEW
Liz Pacheco Pumaleque is a PhD researcher in tourism specializing in sustainable tourism and gastronomic destination development, with a focus on how sustainability, authenticity, sensory motivations, and digital co-creation shape tourist engagement using advanced behavioral modeling methods such as PLS-SEM. Their work combines academic research with professional experience in sustainability and ESG implementation, with broader interests in consumer behavior, experiential value creation, and innovation in tourism systems.
E-mail: [email protected]
Fatbardha Terstena
University of Tetovo
North Macedonia
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 June 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Fatbardha Terstena is a graduate student in Food Technology and Nutrition specializing in cereal and pasta technology, functional foods, and sustainable product development. Their research focuses on developing innovative pasta enriched with pumpkin flour and pumpkin peel flour, evaluating technological and quality characteristics while promoting by-product valorization and circular economy principles.
E-mail: [email protected]
Qaisar Farhad
Lanzhou University
China
Internship at WUEB: 04 June – 03 July 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr hab. Marek Biernacki, prof. UEW
Qaisar Farhad is a PhD candidate in graph theory specializing in spectral graph theory. His research focuses on the relationship between graph structure and eigenvalues of graph-associated matrices, including work on graphs determined by their spectra and the spectral properties of the closeness matrix. He applies algebraic and combinatorial methods to study eigenvalue distributions, structural uniqueness, and information propagation in networks, with experience in matrix-theoretic approaches and published work in leading Q1 journals.
E-mail: [email protected]
Valeriya Denisova
Lanzhou University
China
Internship at WUEB: 04 June – 03 July 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Valeriya Denisova is a PhD researcher in Food Chemistry with a background in Nutritional Science, specializing in cultivation techniques and biotechnology of algae, bacteria, and fungi. Their research focuses on bioactive compounds and plant proteins, exploring their potential for innovative food applications.
E-mail: [email protected]
Iryna Mykytiuk
University of Potsdam
Germany
Internship at WUEB: 15 June – 14 July 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Iryna Mykytiuk is a Master’s student in Nutritional Science specializing in microalgae cultivation and their potential for food and biotechnological applications. Their research focuses on brine-based systems, examining how nutrient availability and environmental stress influence growth, pigmentation, and antioxidant activity, supported by experience in experimental design and biochemical analysis.
E-mail: [email protected]
Andrea Osimani
Universita Politecnica delle Marche
Italy
Internship at WUEB: 15 June – 14 July 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Harasym
Prof. Andrea Osimani is a Full Professor of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Microbiology specializing in microbial cultures, food safety, and the characterization of fermented foods using advanced approaches such as metagenomics. His research focuses on microbial diversity, antibiotic resistance, and sustainable fermentation, combining academic expertise with international experience in risk assessment of novel foods and quality management systems.
E-mail: [email protected]
Santiago Vela Espiago
University of Zaragoza
Spain
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 June 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Prof.dr hab. Katarzyna Piwowar-Sulej
Santiago Vela Espiago is a second-year PhD candidate in Economics and Management specializing in corporate governance and ESG practices. Their research focuses on how ESG strategies relate to intra-firm pay disparity, executive compensation structures, and executive–employee pay gaps. With experience in teaching and research assistance, they are particularly interested in responsible business practices, organizational inequality, and international academic collaboration.
E-mail: [email protected]
Deniz Dirik
Manisa Celal Bayar Univeristy
Turkey
Internship at WUEB: 29 June – 28 July 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr hab. Andrzej Sztando, prof. UEW
Deniz Dirik is a Professor of Management specializing in organizational behavior, leadership, and workplace dynamics, with research interests spanning effective leadership, organizational power, gender at work, psychological ownership, and perceived organizational politics. Their recent work focuses on university–industry collaboration, entrepreneurial ecosystems, meaningful work among startup co-founders, and sustainability-oriented leadership. Alongside academic teaching and research, they actively engage in science communication, translating scholarly insights into accessible, evidence-based content for broader audiences.
E-mail: [email protected]
Jana Nemcova
MENDELU University
Czech Republic
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 July 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr Piotr Luty
Jana Nemcova is a PhD candidate specializing in financial accounting and auditing, with a research focus on fair value accounting, valuation discretion, audit judgment, and earnings management in real estate firms. Their work examines the impact of IFRS fair value measurement—particularly Level 3 inputs—on earnings quality, information asymmetry, stock returns, and market volatility, using quantitative methods and panel data analysis. Alongside their academic research, they work as a Senior Audit Assistant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, gaining practical experience in complex accounting estimates and high-risk audit areas, bridging academic theory with real-world auditing practice.
E-mail: [email protected]
Nicoleta-Ștefania Drăgan
Academy of Economic Studies Bucharest
Romania
Internship at WUEB: 28 July – 26 August 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr hab. Marcin Pełka, prof. UEW
Nicoleta-Ștefania Drăgan is a PhD candidate in Economics specializing in applied econometrics, econometrics-based data analysis, and economic growth studies, with research focusing on international trade and export diversification. Their doctoral work examines how export structure and diversification influence economic growth using advanced econometric methods and real-world datasets. Alongside their academic role as a teaching assistant in Econometrics, they have professional experience in data analytics and actuarial analysis, working with large-scale datasets, predictive modeling, and financial reporting, combining academic rigor with industry-driven, data-focused insights.
E-mail: [email protected]
Anar Ibrahimov
University of Porto
Portugal
Internship at WUEB: 01 – 30 August 2026
Scientific Internship Supervisor:
Dr Karolina Daszyńska-Żygadło
Anar Ibrahimov is a PhD candidate in Finance specializing in sustainable finance and ESG research, with a focus on the bidirectional relationship between ESG performance and corporate financial performance in US and European firms. Their research examines institutional differences, endogeneity, and ESG complementarities in shaping financial outcomes, with broader interests in ESG measurement, sustainable investment strategies, and corporate governance. Alongside their doctoral studies, they have experience as a university lecturer in corporate finance and sustainable investment, as well as practical experience in financial analysis and business management, supporting a strong applied and empirical research perspective.
E-mail: [email protected]
Students & Researchers Experiences
Olgierd Jeż
Research Internship at Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania
01 February – 02 March 2026
Olgierd Jeż is a PhD candidate whose research focuses on the economic and socio-spatial determinants of the housing gap in Poland and the evaluation of housing policy. During his 30-day research internship at Vytautas Magnus University, he carried out research and analytical work, participated in methodological consultations, and actively engaged in academic activities at the host institution. He attended seminars and meetings that fostered the exchange of experiences and the development of scientific networks. The internship enhanced his international perspective, strengthened his research skills, and provided valuable insights to support his ongoing research, while also contributing to the internationalization of UEW’s academic collaborations.
E-mail: [email protected]
Kamila Łuczak
Research Internship at University of Salerno, Italy
13 February – 14 March 2026
Kamila Łuczak, PhD student and Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Business Intelligence in Management, completed a 30-day research internship at the University of Salerno, in the Human-Computer Interaction and Usability Engineering (HCI-UsE) Lab. The research internship focused on human-computer interaction design, with particular emphasis on the potential application of cognitive neuroscience techniques and methods. As part of the internship, a joint research plan was developed, an analysis of similarities and differences in the teaching of interaction design was conducted, and recommendations were formulated regarding infrastructure development in the field of cognitive neuroscience, which are relevant to the home institution in the context of further development in this area.
E-mail: [email protected]
dr inż. Ewa Biazik
Research Internship at the University of Natural Resources and Life Science, Vienna, Austria
16 February – 17 March 2026
Ewa Biazik, PhD, is an Adiunct in the Department of Agroengineering and Quality Analysis, Wrocław University of Economics and Business. Her research lines include oxidation processes in meat/meat products, the use of natural antioxidants (such as carnosine) in the inhibition of food oxidative spoilage, food quality and safety, and consumer purchasing preferences. During a 30-day research internship at the University of Natural Resources and Life Science (BOKU) in Vienna, she developed analytical techniques concerning lipid oxidation product determination, i.a. SPME HS GCMS. Moreover, she actively participated in academic activities at the host institution, focusing on building new scientific skills via the use of AI tools. This internship had significant added value and helped with the improvement of the teaching program at her home institution by adopting good practices observed at the prestigious academic institution, which is characterized by a high degree of internationalization.
E-mail: [email protected]
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