Medicinal Chemistry
Specialist in research and development with over 20 years of experience in the biotechnology sector, with expertise in innovative drug discovery and generic drug development. Master of Science in Chemical Technology (Cracow University of Technology) and a PhD in Medical and Health Sciences in the discipline of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Jagiellonian University).
An enthusiastic and passionate organic chemist skilled in developing and optimizing synthetic processes for biologically active molecules. Extensive experience in lead structure optimization through SAR (Structure-Activity Relationship) development, structure-based drug design, late-stage lead diversification, and risk management. Proficient in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of small molecules using techniques such as NMR, LC-MS, IR, and DSC.
Highly experienced in managing both generic drug development and small molecule discovery projects. Demonstrates strong leadership skills, effectively guiding teams to deliver key research projects on time and within budget. Managed internal and external business partner projects focused on small molecule synthesis, from milligram to kilogram scale.
Since 2015, she has been working at IF PAN, where, in addition to conducting scientific research, she leads the Technology Transfer Department, focusing on the commercialization of research outcomes and promoting the institute’s research portfolio.
The Medicinal Chemistry Unit consists of two laboratories: Analytical Chemistry and Synthesis Optimization and Scale-up Laboratories. The module provides essential infrastructure for the synthesis and analysis of small molecule compounds. Our medicinal chemists possess extensive expertise in the design and preparation of small molecules, optimization of chemical structures to improve ADMET parameters, and the identification of drug candidates. They are ready to engage in internal IF PAN projects as well as collaborations with external academic and business partners in the following areas
- Synthetic pathway design
- Optimisation of reaction conditions for improvement of process efficiency
- Scaling up from milligrams to hundreds of grams for various processes
- Synthesis of small molecule libraries for specific biological targets
- Isolation of compounds from mixtures and determining their chemical structures
Our team comprises chemists with extensive experience in both academic research and industrial practice. We specialise in a wide range of synthetic challenges and in the development of safe, environmentally friendly technologies. Over the years, we have acquired extensive expertise in designing new molecules with potential biological activity, particularly central nervous system (CNS) compounds.
A full list of available equipment can be found in: Chemical analytics laboratory i Synthesis optimization and scaling-up laboratory.
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