Prof. Dr. Agnieszka Kieลkowska | Plant Biotechnology | Excellence in Plant Research
University Of Agriculture In Krakow | Poland
Author Profile
๐ฑ Dr. Agnieszka Kieลkowska: A Trailblazer in Plant Biology and Biotechnologyย
๐ย EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. Agnieszka Kieลkowska‘s academic journey began at the Agricultural Academy in Krakรณw, where she earned her PhD in Horticulture with distinction in 2007. Her dedication to advancing her knowledge culminated in achieving a Doctor of Science (DSc) in Horticulture and Biotechnology in 2019 from the University of Agriculture in Krakรณw.
๐งชย PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Dr. Kieลkowska has been a cornerstone in the academic and research landscape. Since 2007, her roles have included:
- Assistant (2007โ2009): Department of Genetics, Plant Breeding, and Seed Science, University of Agriculture in Krakรณw.
- Postdoctoral Research Associate (2010โ2011): USDA-ARS, Department of Horticulture, University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA.
- Assistant Professor (2012โ2019): University of Agriculture in Krakรณw.
- Associate Professor (2020โPresent): Department of Plant Biology and Biotechnology, University of Agriculture in Krakรณw.
๐ฌ CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY
Dr. Kieลkowska is a renowned expert in plant breeding and biotechnology, with a focus on:
- Plant in vitro cultures: Techniques like regeneration, callus cultures, haploidization, and protoplast fusion.
- Cytological studies: Microsporogenesis, gametogenesis, and pollen viability.
- Innovative breeding techniques: Embryo rescue, in vitro pollination, and tissue culture methods for genetic diversity enhancement.
Her recent publications explore topics like protoplast-to-plant regeneration, haploidization in grain legumes, and polyamine-mediated cell division in Brassica species.
๐ย IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Kieลkowska has supervised over 50 BSc and MSc theses and is currently mentoring three doctoral candidates. She has played a pivotal role in fostering plant biotechnology, contributing to international collaboration through academic stays in the USA and Germany.
๐ย ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Dr. Kieลkowskaโs prolific research output includes articles in high-impact journals such as Agronomy, BMC Plant Biology, and Physiologia Plantarum. Key publications include advancements in protoplast culture, doubled haploids, and epigenetics in Brassica species.
๐ ย HONORS & AWARDS
Her accolades include:
- Multiple Individual Awards (2011, 2013, 2018) and a Group Award (2015) from the Rector of the University of Agriculture in Krakรณw.
- Leadership in groundbreaking research projects funded by prestigious institutions like the Polish Ministry of Agriculture and the National Science Centre.
๐ย LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Dr. Kieลkowska’s enduring legacy lies in her innovative contributions to plant biotechnology, particularly in advancing sustainable agricultural practices. Her leadership in research projects like gametic embryogenesis and genetic diversity broadening exemplifies her commitment to agricultural progress.
๐ ย FINAL NOTE
Dr. Agnieszka Kieลkowska’s unwavering dedication to excellence in plant biology and biotechnology has established her as a global authority. Her research continues to shape the future of sustainable crop improvement and genetic innovation.
๐ย NOTABLE PUBLICATIONSย
Current Status of Haploidization in Cool-Season Grain Legume Crop Species
- Authors: Wiktor Skrzypkowski, Agnieszka Kieลkowska
- Journal: Agriculture
- Year: 2024-06
Pollen Development and Stainability in Vicia faba L. and Lupinus angustifolius L.
- Authors: Wiktor Skrzypkowski, Renata Galek, Adela Adamus, Agnieszka Kieลkowska
- Journal: Agriculture
- Year: 2023-10-27
History and Current Status of Haploidization in Carrot (Daucus carota L.)
- Authors: Agnieszka Kieลkowska, Waldemar Kiszczak
- Journal: Agronomy
- Year: 2023-02-26
Doubled Haploids: Contributions of Polandโs Academies in Recognizing the Mechanism of Gametophyte Cell Reprogramming and Their Utilization in Breeding of Agricultural and Vegetable Species
- Authors: Iwona ลปur, Ewa Kurczyลska, Adela Adamus, Teresa Cegielska-Taras, Sandra Cichorz, Ewa Dubas, Monika Gajecka, Katarzyna Juzoล-Sikora, Agnieszka Kieลkowska, Maลgorzata Malicka, et al.
- Journal: Acta Societatis Botanicorum Poloniae
- Year: 2022-12-21
Tissue Culture Techniques for the Production of Interspecific Hybrids in Poland: History and Achievements
- Authors: Karolina Tomiczak, Ewa Kurczyลska, Adela Adamus, Teresa Cegielska-Taras, Agnieszka Kieลkowska, Paulina Smyda-Dajmund, Katarzyna Sosnowska, Laurencja Szaลa
- Journal: Acta Societatis Botanicorum Poloniae
- Year: 2022-11-03