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- 12-9-2023
Prof. Henryk Skarżyński distinguished in Kyrgyzstan
On September 11-12, 2023, during the XIII International Tinnitus Seminar and 2nd World Tinnitus Congress held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Prof. Henryk Skarżyński was awarded the Tonndorf Prize. The ITS/WTC Congress is an important event on the global map of scientific meetings on tinnitus. The number of people diagnosed with tinnitus is growing worldwide, which is why research on this problem is …
- 24-8-2023
9th International Music Festival for Children, Youths, and Adults with Hearing Disorders “Beats of Cochlea”
This year, the International Music Festival “Beats of Cochlea” was held at the World Hearing Center in Kajetany on August 25-26, 2023. The Festival’s rich program aimed to promote music as a therapy for people with hearing impairments. The originator and organizer of the Festival was Prof. Henryk Skarżyński, who, for more than 30 years, has been bringing people back from the …
- 1-7-2023
Prof. Henryk Skarżyński holds a leading position in medical literature worldwide
Scientific publications in worldwide recognized journals are a measure of research activity. The level of activity of scientists or research centers can be verified in scientific databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, or Google Scholar. The browsers allow checking the number of publications on a given topic (in a keyword form) published by the author and determine the author’s position in relation to other scientists publishing in the same …
- 26-6-2023
Prof. Henryk Skarżyński honored by Prof. Marcin Wiącek, Ombudsman for Human Rights
– I am an ordinary doctor, and it is not modesty. I did and do what I can do best and what I felt an inner calling, Prof. Henryk Skarżyński said, receiving the “Merit for the Protection of Human Rights” Badge of Honor from the hands of Prof. Marcin Wieniek. During the 31st Forum of Research Institutes, held on June 26 at the World Hearing Center …
- 12-6-2023
The future of science in Poland – a summary of the “Science for Society” Congress
We practice science not for ourselves, not for its own sake, but for society, the participants of the “Science for Society” Congress repeatedly emphasized. Scientists must share their knowledge, bring what they do closer to the public and solicit new talents willing to develop science in Poland. They urged not to be afraid of change, challenges, or difficulties because only then the chosen …
- 31-5-2023
Sapientia et Veritas
On May 31, 2023, representatives of the world of Polish science were awarded the “Sapientia et Veritas” Medals of Merit for Polish Science. They received them from the hands of Minister of Education and Science Przemyslaw Czarnek. Among the decorated was Prof. Henryk Skarżyński, who received the highest honor – the Gold Medal. – We want to honor outstanding professors …
- 30-5-2023
IFPS inventions recognized in Katowice
The Sensory Examination Capsule and the Skarżyński’s Polymodal Sensory Perception Stimulator were awarded at the 16th INTARG® International Trade Fair of Inventions and Innovations. The Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing was awarded Diplomas of Recognition by the Minister of Education and Science. They were awarded during the 16th INTARG® International Trade Fair for Inventions and …
- 17-5-2023
Medal of honor for Prof. Henryk Skarżyński
During the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, celebrated for several days, Prof. Henryk Skarżyński was awarded the “Warsaw Ghetto Uprising” Medal of Honor, awarded by the Association of Jewish Veterans and Victims of World War II and the Association of the Jewish Historical Institute in Poland. In his laudation, Marian Kalwary, a ghetto …
- 26-4-2023
Personalities and Successes of the Year 2023
On Monday, April 24, 2023, the “Personalities and Successes” gala was held in Warsaw. Among the prominent awardees was Prof. Henryk Skarżyński, Director of the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing and the World Hearing Center in Kajetany. – The Personalities and Successes Gala is like no other because we honor outstanding people from different backgrounds. Everyone has a personality in their …
- 18-4-2023
On April 17, 2023, the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw hosted the award ceremony for the 2nd edition of the “Perspectives of Medicine” 2022 competition. The report of the 4th Congress “Health of Poles” 2022 was presented on the same day. The Congress is a joint initiative of the Committee on Clinical Sciences of the Polish Academy of Sciences, …
- 15-4-2023
XXX Welconomy Forum in Toruń 2023
The most important economic event in Kujawy and Pomerania region was held in early April (3-4.04.2023) and brought together nearly 160 experts from the world of business, politics and science. This year’s edition of the Welconomy Forum had a unique dimension, as it was part of the celebrations of the Copernican Year. This is why the opening session “On …
- 1-3-2023
The winners of this year’s List of One Hundred most influential people in Polish medicine have been announced
On 28 February 2023, the anniversary gala of the List of One Hundred plebiscite took place – for the 20th time, the editors of “Puls Medycyny” presented the most influential doctors in Polish medicine. Prof. Henryk Skarżyński – Director of the World Hearing Center at the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, national consultant in otorhinolaryngology, Chairman of the …
- 28-2-2023
World Hearing Day 2023
World Hearing Day, initiated by the World Health Organization (WHO), is celebrated every year on March 3. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the prevention of deafness and hearing loss and to promote hearing prevention worldwide. In recent years, more and more Member States and partner agencies are joining World Hearing Day by organizing activities and events in their countries. According …
- 28-2-2023
Prof. Henryk Skarżyński appointed as a member of the Partnership Agreement Committee
On 16 February 2023, Grzegorz Puda, Minister of Funds and Regional Policy, signed the appointment of Prof. Henryk Skarżyński, representing the General Council for Science and Higher Education, as a member of the Partnership Agreement Committee for 2021-2027. The Committee ensures coordination and supervises the Partnership Agreement and implementing programs. The Partnership Agreement Committee is the main body supporting …
- 16-12-2022
Sensory Examination Capsule awarded in Paris
On November 15, 2022, a gala was held in Paris to officially announce the PRIX EIFFEL 2022 International Invention Competition results. In this competition, the Sensory Examination Capsule – an innovative and globally unique multifunctional device enabling diagnostics of the most essential senses in one place – was awarded the Platinum Medal. The event was organized by: the French Federation of …
- 8-12-2022
Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing honored as the Leader of Change – Leader in Health Care competition
Support for paramedics, development of psychiatry, assistance for children with autism, and development of diagnostic reagent kits are the winning projects chosen by Mazovian residents in a special edition of the Leader of Change – Leader in Health Care competition. The final gala of the competition was held during the 12th Mazovia Development Forum on 6 December 2022 at the Legia …
- 26-10-2022
The 4th Congress’ Health of Poles’ is over – check it online!
This was the largest interdisciplinary meeting this year, addressing the most critical issues of health care and medical achievements, said Prof. Henryk Skarżyński about the Congress’ Health of Poles Congress’ 2022. The Congress, organized for the fourth time, was held on October 17-18 under the slogan “Health Prevention and Innovative Solutions in Health Care.” During two congress days, …
- 10-10-2022
Award for the World Hearing Center of the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing
In the 5. edition of the “Healthy Future – Inspirations,” the World Hearing Center at the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing was distinguished in the “Innovative Hospital – Management” category. The “greatest number of highly specialized surgeries of various types of hearing implants for different types of deafness in the world (as of 2021)” was submitted for the …