Warsaw University of Technology, Poland
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Dr. Sandra Lepak-Kuc’s impressive research portfolio, extensive industry collaborations, and impactful scientific contributions make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her commitment to sustainability and innovation in printed electronics positions her as a leading expert in the field. Recognizing her achievements with this award would not only honor her individual contributions but also inspire further advancements in eco-friendly and functional materials research.
Author Profile
Education
Dr. Sandra Lepak-Kuc holds a PhD in Engineering with a specialization in printed electronics and material science. She earned her doctoral degree from Warsaw University of Technology, where she researched conductive and biodegradable materials for flexible electronics. During her academic journey, she undertook advanced training at renowned research centers such as the Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences. She also pursued international research at the Josef Stefan Institute (Slovenia) and Cranfield University (UK), gaining interdisciplinary expertise in nanomaterials and functional composites. Dr. Lepak-Kuc’s academic foundation includes extensive coursework in materials engineering, nanotechnology, and additive manufacturing. Her studies have been pivotal in shaping her research focus on sustainable and printable electronic materials. She has received several research grants, reflecting her academic excellence and contributions to advancing innovative materials for electronics and biomedical applications.
Professional Experience
Dr. Sandra Lepak-Kuc has a rich professional background in material science, printed electronics, and nanotechnology. Since joining Warsaw University of Technology as an Assistant Professor, she has led multiple research projects, including eco-friendly carbon composites for sustainable electronics and functional materials for wearable devices. She has collaborated on projects with industries and institutions such as the Josef Stefan Institute and Cranfield University. Her expertise spans developing conductive inks, screen-printable materials, and biodegradable electronic structures. Dr. Lepak-Kuc has also worked as a researcher at the Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies (CEZAMAT) and contributed to defense-related projects on high-power microwave protection. Her industry partnerships include working on high-conductivity silver paste development for Chimet S.p.A. She has authored numerous publications, patents, and research proposals, solidifying her position as a leading scientist in sustainable material innovations.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Sandra Lepak-Kuc has received numerous awards for her pioneering research in printed electronics and sustainable materials. She was awarded the Dean’s Grant for Research Excellence (2017-2019) at the Faculty of Mechatronics, Warsaw University of Technology. She was a recipient of the Innovation Incubator+ 2018 Grant for her work on electronic pastes for textronics. Her research in environmentally friendly electronic structures earned her the FIRST TEAM Project Grant (2019) from the Polish Science Fund. Additionally, she has been recognized for her contributions to national and European research projects, including the EMERGE Research Infrastructure Project (2021-Present). Her work on biodegradable electronic substrates has also been featured in high-impact journals. Dr. Lepak-Kuc’s achievements extend beyond academia, as she actively collaborates with industry partners, earning recognition for applied research in advanced materials and flexible electronics.
Dr. Sandra Lepak-Kuc is highly skilled in developing functional materials for printed electronics, with expertise in nanomaterials, conductive inks, and biodegradable electronic substrates. Her research focuses on sustainable and eco-friendly electronic components, including carbon-based composites, graphene-infused materials, and flexible printed circuits. She is proficient in screen printing, inkjet printing, and additive manufacturing technologies for advanced materials. Dr. Lepak-Kuc’s work extends to biocompatible materials for biomedical engineering, particularly in the development of sensors for wearable electronics. She also specializes in electrical conductivity testing, mechanical durability analysis, and thermal stability studies of printed materials. Her collaborative research involves multi-disciplinary projects, including IoT-based environmental monitoring and printed electronics for healthcare applications. With extensive experience in project management, patent development, and industrial collaboration, she is a key contributor to advancing sustainable electronics and functional printing technologies.
Publications
Eco-friendly and cytocompatible graphene composite based on water-soluble biopolymers for modern printed electronics and beyond
- Authors: Aleksandra Kądziela, Sandra Lepak-Kuc, Zofia Szczesiul, Arkadiusz Jeznach, Monika Staniszewska, Katarzyna Wójkowska, Daniel Janczak, Małgorzata Jakubowska
- Journal: Sustainable Materials and Technologies
- Year: 2025
Development of Highly Stretchable Ag-MWCNT Composite for Screen-Printed Textile Electronics with Improved Mechanical and Electrical Properties
- Authors: Daniel Janczak, Katarzyna Wójkowska, Tomasz Raczyński, Marcin Zych, Sandra Lepak-Kuc, Jerzy Szałapak, Mikko Nelo, Aleksandra Kądziela, Grzegorz Wróblewski, Heli Jantunen et al.
- Journal: Nanotechnology, Science and Applications
- Year: 2024
Multifiller carbon nanotube, graphene, and carbon black composite filaments: A path to versatile electromaterials
- Authors: Sandra Lepak-Kuc, Łukasz Nowicki, Agnieszka Lekawa-Raus, Małgorzata Jakubowska
- Journal: MRS Bulletin
- Year: 2024
Sustainable, cytocompatible and flexible electronics on potato starch-based films
- Authors: Sandra Lepak-Kuc, Aleksandra Kądziela, Monika Staniszewska, Daniel Janczak, Małgorzata Jakubowska, Ewa Bednarczyk, Tomasz Murawski, Katarzyna Piłczyńska, Zuzanna Żołek-Tryznowska
- Journal: Scientific Reports
- Year: 2024
Carbon-Based Composites with Biodegradable Matrix for Flexible Paper Electronics
- Authors: Jerzy Szałapak, Bartosz Zdanikowski, Aleksandra Kądziela, Sandra Lepak-Kuc, Łucja Dybowska-Sarapuk, Daniel Janczak, Tomasz Raczyński, Małgorzata Jakubowska
- Journal: Polymers
- Year: 2024