{"id":19416,"date":"2023-11-06T13:24:29","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T12:24:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/impib.lukasiewicz.gov.pl\/domestic-projects\/"},"modified":"2026-06-17T14:08:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T12:08:18","slug":"domestic-projects","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/impib.lukasiewicz.gov.pl\/en\/domestic-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"Domestic projects"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Project\/task name: 19th International Conference ELASTOMERS 2026 “Rubber-related – elastomers today and tomorrow”<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project financed from state budget funds allocated by the Minister of Science and Higher Education under the Science Vectors Program<\/p>\n

Total project\/task budget: PLN 422,411.00<\/p>\n

Value of funding: PLN 322,264.80<\/p>\n

(Contract\/Project No.: WNK\/SN\/0122\/2025\/01)<\/p>\n

Date of signing the co-financing agreement: 12\/2025.<\/p>\n

Project\/task description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The subject of the project is the organization of the 19th edition of the International Conference ELASTOMERY 2026, which is a cyclical scientific event recognized in Poland and abroad. The conference is planned for May 27-29, 2026 in Warsaw, and will be held under the slogan “Rubber-related – elastomers today and tomorrow”, with the possibility of participation in a stationary form. The organization of the conference is a response to the needs reported in recent years by the scientific and industrial communities related to the subject of elastomers and rubber. The ELASTOMERY conference is the only one in Poland devoted to this topic. The conference will be addressed to a wide audience: scientists, employees of scientific and research and development centers, engineers and managers from industrial enterprises, as well as students and PhD students. <\/p>\n

The aim of the conference is to create an optimal space for presenting the latest scientific achievements and development trends in the field of polymer materials engineering, especially in the field of elastomers and rubber. The conference will be attended by representatives of science and industry from both Poland and abroad, which will be a good form of integration of the scientific community with industry representatives and exchange of experiences. <\/p>\n

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Project name: Chemical recycling of waste PET packaging – an innovative method of obtaining plastic plasticizers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project acronym: rePET<\/strong><\/p>\n

Role in the project: Partner<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project\/task co-financed from the state budget: Targeted grant from the President of the \u0141ukasiewicz Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

Total project budget: PLN 3,947,451.19<\/strong><\/p>\n

including the \u0141-IMPIB budget: 1 109 571,11 z\u0142<\/strong><\/p>\n

Funding value: 3 552 706,06 z\u0142<\/strong><\/p>\n

including \u0141-IMPIB funding: 998 614,00 z\u0142<\/strong><\/p>\n

Date of signing the subsidy agreement: 11.2025 r.<\/p>\n

Project\/task description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The project focuses on increasing the TRL level of the technology for chemical depolymerization of waste poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) from level 5 to 7. The aim of the project is to develop a technology enabling effective chemical recycling of PET by converting waste into products with increased added value – plasticizers for plastics. These activities are consistent with the assumptions of the circular economy, in which PET waste is transformed into valuable raw materials for the chemical and plastics industries. The project includes the development of a process including the preparation of raw material with various degrees of fragmentation, optimization of depolymerization using a prototype installation and development of methods for purifying products. The technology uses a catalyst that is resistant to waste PET contamination, which allows the use of low-quality raw materials. The final products \u2013 terephthalic acid esters \u2013 will be used as plasticizers in PVC mixtures. <\/p>\n

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Project name: Disposable flexible endoscope for examinations through natural body openings<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project acronym: MED-SKOP.2<\/strong><\/p>\n

Role in the project: Leader<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project\/task co-financed from the state budget: Targeted grant from the President of the \u0141ukasiewicz Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

Total project budget: PLN 3,605,503.01<\/strong><\/p>\n

including \u0141-IMPIB budget: PLN 3,277,120.20<\/strong><\/p>\n

Value of funding: PLN 3,244,952.72<\/strong><\/p>\n

including \u0141-IMPIB co-financing: PLN 2,949,408.18<\/strong><\/p>\n

Date of signing the subsidy agreement: 11.2025 r.<\/p>\n

Project\/task description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Endoscopes are equipped with a handle with a speculum probe with a tip activated by knobs. Current flexible endoscopes are subjected to washing, leak checking and high-level disinfection after each use. These activities do not eliminate the risk of infections. Mechanical elements are often damaged, covers crack, channels are damaged and, as a result, the micro camera is damaged. Current endoscopy systems are complex, expensive to purchase, and labor-intensive to operate. The planned endoscope solves the above-mentioned issues. problems by technically separating the optical function – a reusable module, from other mechanical functions – a disposable module. As part of the project, a disposable flexible endoscope will be developed for diagnostics and medical treatments through natural body openings. The technology for continuous production of the sight glass probe and the control mechanism will be developed. First, a probe for the gastrofiberoscope will be made, which is the best point for further modification. <\/p>\n

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The project is co-financed by Swiss Financial Aid supporting the reduction of economic and social differences in the EU and from the state budget through the National Center for Research and Development.<\/em><\/p>\n

Project Title: Robotic Automated Sustainable Coating System.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project acronym: RASCOS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Role in the project: Leader<\/strong><\/p>\n

Competition: 2nd Swiss Polish Cooperation Program CALL 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

Source of financing: Swiss Funds and NCBR (https:\/\/www.programszwajcarski.gov.pl<\/b><\/span><\/a>)<\/p>\n

Total project budget: PLN 4,481,621.42<\/p>\n

Value of funding: PLN 3,876,136.12<\/strong><\/p>\n

Co-financing by \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 IMPIB: PLN 1,454,195.00<\/strong><\/p>\n

Implementation period: 01\/01\/2026 – 31\/12\/2028<\/strong><\/p>\n

Date of signing the co-financing agreement: March 5, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The project aims to develop an innovative, sustainable coating system for hyperloop infrastructure, using advanced robotics for precise application, inspection and autonomous maintenance. The consortium combines competences in materials science, robotics and transportation engineering, using an iterative development and testing approach, ensuring adaptability and optimal system performance. The key goal is to develop a bio-based polymer coating with high air and water tightness, chemical resistance and durability in both atmospheric and vacuum conditions. <\/p>\n

The Automated Modular Multi-Purpose Maintenance Vehicle (AMMMV) will perform precision surface inspections, defect detection and autonomous coating repairs, using advanced odometry and energy optimization to increase efficiency and reduce human exposure to hazardous work environments. System validation includes experimental setups reflecting operational conditions, including vacuum chambers and advanced material characterization techniques. In the final stage, the system will be tested on the EuroTube DemoTube hyperloop track, in accordance with rigorously defined performance indicators (KPIs). <\/p>\n

An important element of the project is the development of competences – providing young researchers and PhD students with interdisciplinary training at the intersection of robotics, coating technology and transport infrastructure. This is intended to support the transfer of knowledge, building scientific independence and preparing highly qualified research staff. <\/p>\n

Apart from the hyperloop sector, the innovations developed in the project can be used in railways, road infrastructure, industrial pipelines and the aviation sector. The developed coatings and robotic systems have the potential to reduce maintenance costs, extend the life cycle of infrastructure and reduce environmental impact through the use of bio-based materials and process automation. The project aims to set new standards for sustainable, efficient and safe infrastructure maintenance, while developing scientific knowledge and industrial practice in the field of next-generation transport. The project is carried out in cooperation with SPE Labs<\/span><\/strong><\/strong><\/a> and EuroTube<\/span><\/a>. <\/p>\n

More information on the project website: www.rascos.eu<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n

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Project co-financed\/financed by the National Center for Research and Development under the CORNET 38 Initiative program<\/em><\/p>\n

Project Title: Advanced, environmentally friendly aqueous primers with reduced zinc content and ionic liquids for long-term protection of steel.<\/p>\n

Role in the project: Partner<\/strong><\/p>\n

Competition: Cornet 38 Initiative<\/p>\n

Source of financing: NCBR<\/p>\n

Total project budget: PLN 1,860,534.72<\/p>\n

Co-financing by \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 IMPIB: PLN 824,413.92<\/p>\n

Implementation period: 01.07.2025 r. \u2013 30.06.2027 r. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Project description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Due to the environmental impact of zinc, this project focuses on coatings with reduced zinc content. Today, conventional zinc-rich solvent-based primer systems meet the requirements for the protection of steel structures. Zinc primers based on water-based binders (WB) combine protection with lower environmental impact. The CORNET project “EcoWaterZinc” optimized such systems as a starting point for a new design. Zinc pigments are too reactive for use in water-based systems, requiring surface modification with silanes.The aim of this research project is to modify anti-corrosion protection systems of steel structures using paint products with a reduced content of surface-treated zinc and ecological ionic liquids (IL). The aim is to investigate environmentally friendly primers with a minimum amount of modified zinc but optimal corrosion protection. This is achieved by improving conductivityelectrical coatings using IL and other conductive additives. The resulting coating should be environmentally friendly and provide extended anti-corrosion protection, increasing the durability of steel structures and industrial facilities. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Project co-financed\/financed by the National Center for Research and Development under the CORNET 38 Initiative program<\/em><\/p>\n

Project title: Conservation of emulsions and paints by thermal treatment<\/p>\n

Role in the project: Partner<\/strong><\/p>\n

Competition: Cornet 38 Initiative<\/p>\n

Source of financing: NCBR<\/p>\n

Total project budget: PLN 1,009,290.60<\/strong><\/p>\n

Co-financing by \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 IMPIB: PLN 879,726.60<\/p>\n

Implementation period: 01.07.2025 r. \u2013 30.06.2027 r <\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Project description:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The aim of the project is to develop an effective solution for preserving emulsions and paints using thermal treatment. The submitted design application covers thermal preservation of architectural paints. Contrary to the published prior art, this is to be carried out at temperatures above 75\u00b0C (i.e. according to our preliminary tests at 100-140\u00b0C under pressure or also at 90\u00b0C as high pasteurization). Thermally treated water-based coating materials will be subjected to application, analytical and microbiological tests and compared to unpreserved counterparts. If the results of the project are positive, a technological approach will eventually be available that can produce biocide-free or low-biocide aqueous formulations. Assuming that approximately 25% of water-based products can be thermally preserved in the future, these estimates result in annual sales of around USD 16 billion worldwide or \u20ac0.4-0.5 billion in Germany. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The \u0141ukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Polymer Materials has started the implementation of the project entitled “Establishment of the Jan Czochralski Kuyavian-Pomeranian Science and Technology Center: Regional Network of Laboratories INNO-NET” <\/strong><\/p>\n

Project no. FEDKP.01.01-IZ.00-0002\/25 titled “Establishment of the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Science and Technology Center named after Jan Czochralski: Regional Network of Laboratories INNO-NET” is co-financed by the European Funds for Kujawy and Pomerania 2021-2027 Program, Priority 1 European Funds for the increase of innovation and competitiveness of the region, Measure 01.01 Strengthening the research and innovation potential. <\/p>\n

Lead Partner in the project<\/strong><\/p>\n