The UITM houses state-of-the-art laboratories dedicated to education and scientific research. The innovative facilities enable us to combine theory with practice, which is of great importance when it comes to the contemporary job market and links between science and business. The laboratories can be used by the UITM faculty when doing research and students.
There is a great number of advanced technology laboratories, i.e. financial, 3D and 2D computer graphics, as well as, tele-informatics, criminology, cosmetology, and IT.
The newly-established laboratories are located in the Centre for International Education in Kielnarowa.
Laboratory of Cell and Tissue Culture allows to carry out broad spectrum of scientific research using cultures of normal and cancerous mammalian cells in vitro. The Laboratory of Cell and Tissue Culture maintain Biosafety Level 2 (BSL2) standards, according to UE and WHO criteria. It means that the laboratory is suitable for work involving agents of moderate potential hazard to personnel and the environment. Access to this facility is limited and the laboratory personnel have specific training in handling pathogenic agents and maintaining required biosafety standard.
Research possibilities:
Cell cultures are currently one of the most important tools used in biomedical research. The Laboratory of Cell and Tissue Culture allows to carry out broad spectrum of research on physiological processes as well as on pathological conditions. The scientific potential of the laboratory includes:
- studying physiological and pathological processes in skin cells (keratinocytes, fibroblasts, melanocytes);
- analysis of the influence of natural or synthetic compounds on the skin cells, including studies on cytotoxicity, proliferation, apoptosis, metabolic activity, intracellular oxidative stress, secretion of specific cytokines and growth factors, migration, expression and activity of cellular enzymes;
- analysis of the anticancer activity of natural and synthetic compounds on various human cancer cell lines, including colon, prostate, breast, skin, tongue, brain and lung cancer cells.
Scientific equipment:
- laminar flow hood HF Safe-1200
- cell culture incubator with CO2 Heracell 150i
- Biovac+ aspiration system
- automated cell counter TC10
- inverted microscope Nikon Eclipse TS1000 with Invenio 5SII camera
- water bath
- laboratory centrifuge with cooling mode Heraeus Megafuge
- autoclave Medical Prestige 12L
- laboratory refrigerators and freezers -32°C and -80°C
- liquid nitrogen dewar LS750 for long term cell storage
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Katarzyna Gaweł-Bęben, Ph.D. Assoc. Prof.
The Centre for Tourism and Recreation
Tel. +48 17 86-61-412
E-mail: kagawel@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of Immunology and Biochemistry carries out biochemical and immunoenzymatic analyses of samples obtained from experiments carried out on cell lines or samples of biological material.
Scientific potential:
Scientific methods and techniques used in the Laboratory of Immunology and Biochemistry include:
- Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
- SDS-PAGE electrophoresis
- Western blot
- Comet assay
What opportunities does it provide for students?
The Immunology and Biochemistry Laboratory also has an important teaching function. The equipment in the laboratory is used by students of Cosmetology, Physiotherapy and Dietetics during practical exercises in Biochemistry, Laboratory Diagnostics and Immunology with Allergy.
Equipment of the Immunology and Biochemistry Laboratory:
- multimode microplate reader FilterMax F5 (Molecular Devices)
- automated microplate washer
- laboratory centrifuge Heraeus Pico
- autoclave Prestige Medical 12L
- MilliQ Integral II water purification system
- analytical balance
- magnetic stirrers
- laboratory pH-meter
- ice machine
- SDS-PAGE and Western blot electrophoresis kit (Bio-Rad),
- Cooling and heating thermomixer
- Comet electrophoresis kit
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Magdalena Lasota
The Centre for Tourism and Recreation
Tel. +48 17 86-61-412
E-mail: mlasota@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of Molecular Biology is equipped with high-quality equipment that gives students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills in the field of molecular biology techniques. The laboratory also gives scientists the opportunity to conduct innovative research in the field of molecular biology.
What are the possibilities for scientists?
High quality equipment, which the Molecular Biology Laboratory is equipped with, creates very good conditions for conducting scientific research. Researchers have the opportunity to isolate DNA material, evaluate it, as well as study the expression of selected genes, their mutations and polymorphisms. As part of scientific and research cooperation, the Laboratory of Molecular Biology cooperates with other scientific units, including the Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University, and it is a part of the Medical Research Consortium of Eastern Poland.
What are the possibilities for students?
Students of faculties such as Dietetics, Physiotherapy and Cosmetology use the Molecular Biology Laboratory. Classes which take place in the laboratory give students the opportunity to learn about genetic material isolation techniques and its analysis. Experiments on genetic material also rely on the study of effects of various substances on the expression of selected genes. In addition, students acquire practical skills, such as identification of microbiological hazards in food products.
Equipment
- C1000 Touch thermal cycler
- Real-time PCR measurement device
- Gel Doc EZ System
- Wide Mini-Sub Cell GT electrophoresis device
- TDB-100 Dry block thermostat
- Mini UV Transilluminator
- NanoDrop Lite spectrophotometer
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Bartosz Skóra, Ph. D.
E-mail: bskora@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of Cosmetic Chemistry was established to fit the needs of students of Cosmetology as well as to allow faculty of the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów to conduct research. Developing the equipment allowed to extend the laboratory’s activity to include the sphere of business.
What are the possibilities for scientists?
The laboratory’s equipment allows synthesis of chemical compounds, obtaining active substances from raw plant material, as well as identification and assay of selected substances. The equipment also allows to obtain innovative cosmetics, define the possible application of the obtained substance and raw materials in cosmetic products and complex quality analysis of the obtained products.
What are the possibilities for students?
The Laboratory of Cosmetic Chemistry allows students to obtain new cosmetic raw materials, design and create own formulae, and develop the technology for cosmetic product manufacture. Students have the possibility to conduct complex quality analysis of the obtained products and to define the correlation between the composition of the product and its selected physical, chemical and performance parameters. The Laboratory of Cosmetic Chemistry holds classes for Cosmetology students in: Cosmetic Chemistry, Cosmetic Formulation, Perfumery Technology, Manufacture and Analysis of Perfume Product, Cosmetic Technology, Cosmetic Design, Analysis of Cosmetics, Chemical Analysis of Cosmetics.
What do we offer to business?
The Laboratory of Cosmetic Chemistry offers commercial services in:
- formula development of cosmetics and household chemistry products
- examination of physical, chemical and performance parameters of cosmetics and household chemistry products
- examination of physical and chemical properties of cosmetic raw materials
- assay of irritation potential of washing cosmetics
- definition of the impact of cosmetics on skin moisture (corneometric measurement) and the amount of sebum produced (sebumetric measurement)
- definition of the impact of cosmetics on skin temperature (Thermo vision camera), warming and cooling properties of cosmetic product
- assay of antioxidant properties of cosmetic raw material/cosmetic product . Evaluation of ability to neutralize DPPH• free radical
- assay of depigmentation, skin whitening properties of cosmetic raw material/cosmetic product, tyrosinase inhibition measurement
- cytotoxicity evaluation of cosmetic raw material against human dermo cell: fibroblasts, keratinocytes
- assay of dermo regenerating properties of cosmetic raw material “scratch test”- dermal fibroblast proliferation measurement
- assay of anti-aging/anti-wrinkle properties of cosmetic raw material/cosmetic product, elastase activity inhibition measurement.
Equipment of the Laboratory of Cosmetic Chemistry
- Stands for classical quantitative assay.
- Stands for cosmetic formulation and production (lotions, gels, washing cosmetics, solutions, solid mixtures), equipped with water baths, mechanical stirrers, magnetic stirrers and scales.
- A stand with IKA T18 Basic Homogeniser.
- A stand for measuring pH, conductivity and density of samples (pycnometers, pH-meters and CPS 411 Elmetron conductivity meter).
- A stand for evaluating foaming properties with the Ross-Miles method.
- A stand for measuring cosmetic viscosity and rheological properties (FungiLab Expert rotational viscometer).
- A stand for evaluating cosmetic stability: heat stress tests (incubator and refrigerator), mechanical shock tests (MPW 260R spinner), cycle tests.
- A stand for assay of irritation potential of washing cosmetics by measuring the zein number (Wagner-Parnas apparatus for determining protein content).
- A stand for evaluating the impact of cosmetics on skin condition (corneometer and sebumeter Courage + Khazaka electronic GmbH).
- A stand for spectroscope examination (Aqua-Mate Thermo Scientific spectrophotometer).
- A stand for evaluating the release of the active substance from a semi-solid form (DC 600 apparatus for medication release from a semi-solid form from Copley Scientific Ltd.).
- A stand for obtaining plant extracts with the periodical and continuous method (Chemland OS20-PRO mechanical stirrer, Soxhlet extractor).
- A stand for obtaining essential oils through steam distillation (Deryng’s apparatus).
- The Laboratory of Cosmetic Chemistry also has: a rotary evaporator, UV transilluminator, oil pump, nitrogen tank.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Agnieszka Mokrzyńska M. Sc.
Tel. +48 17 86-61-453
E-mail: amokrzynska@wsiz.edu.pl
The laboratory was established for the purpose of teaching the course Sustainable Development in the Economy, as well as conducting scientific research by the staff of the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow.
What opportunities does it provide for scientists?
The laboratory is equipped with equipment and apparatus that allow research on changes in the structure of the soil microbiome, as well as the identification and quantification of soil microorganisms depending on soil type and environmental factors. Among other things, determination of the effect of stress and drought on the enzymatic activity of soil microorganisms. In addition, the Laboratory’s apparatus facilities enable the verification and implementation of new microbial formulations for complex sustainable fertilization solutions.
What opportunities does it provide for students?
Laboratory of Microbiology enables students to learn the basic methods of culture and preparation of microbiological media. Students have the opportunity to prepare 10-fold dilutions of test material on their own and perform cultures on selective chromogenic media to learn about the diversity in the microbial world and methods of identification. And they also have the opportunity to carry out microscopic analysis of morphological characteristics of various groups of microorganisms and algae. The laboratory is used for teaching classes in the Sustainable Development in Economics course.
Microbiology Laboratory Equipment:
Microbiological media preparation station equipped with magnetic stirrer and precision balance (OHAUS).
Station for sterilization of microbiological media equipped with autoclave (Prestige UK 9L) and water distiller (VEVOR 4L, Pure Water Filter Machine ElectricDen).
Microbiological culture station (microprocess laminar chamber ALPINA K-700).
Station for incubation of samples (BINDER Avantgarde.Line incubator).
Stations for microscopic analysis (DELTA Optical Genetic Pro microscopes).
Stations for culturing pure algal strains (ChemLand orbital shaker, SK-D1807-E and LED lamps with digital power supply and power control).
Photobioreactor for algae culture (Intersonic F 1000/300mm with thermoregulator, aeration system, LED lamp and controller).
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Magdalena Lasota
The Centre for Tourism and Recreation
Tel. +48 17 86-61-412
E-mail: mlasota@wsiz.edu.pl
The Soil and Water Laboratory was established for the purpose of teaching the course Sustainable Development in the Economy, as well as conducting scientific research by employees of the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow.
What opportunities does it provide for scientists?
The laboratory is equipped with equipment and apparatus that allow research on changes in soil fertility and nutrient abundance depending on soil type and under the influence of anthropogenic and stress factors. Among other things, determination of: granulometric composition, phytotoxicity, total nitrogen, organic carbon phosphorus and humic acids in soils. Analysis of effective and balanced management of fertilizer components and development of fertilizer schemes and recommendations for organic farming and health-promoting foods on the basis of soil studies.
In addition, the Laboratory’s apparatus facilities make it possible to test waters for nitrates, orthophosphates, detergents, and to analyze the causes, sources and course of eutrophication of surface waters.
What opportunities does it provide for students?
The Water and Soil Laboratory allows students to become familiar with basic laboratory equipment and testing methods for basic soil physical and chemical parameters. Including: granulometric composition, determination of soil absolute dry matter and hygroscopic water content, acidity reaction, buffer properties of soils, total nitrogen and phosphorus content, organic carbon and humic acids. In addition, students can analyze the basic physical and chemical parameters of water. Including: determination of pH, turbidity, total nitrogen and phosphorus content, detergents (formaldehydes).
Students have the opportunity to develop scientific thinking, improve their ability to calculate nutrients in order to choose the correct/ecological fertilization (type and amount of fertilizer). The Soil and Water Laboratory is used for teaching the course Sustainable Development in the Economy.
Soil and Water Laboratory Equipment:
Workstation for quantification by classical methods (OHAUS Explorer Precision balance).
Stand for homogenization and drying of samples (BINDER Avantgarde.Line dryer).
Stand for pH measurement (pH meter CX-401).
Station for titration (ChemLand dTrite).
Spectroscopic test stand (NANOCOLOR UV/VIS II spectrophotometer).
Station for annealing organic matter (FCF 2.5SM muffle furnace and OHAUS analytical balance).
Station for obtaining soil and plant extracts (ChemLand stirrer with plate-heater) and testing with caustic reagents, including acids (fume hood 1200x960x2600).
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Magdalena Lasota
The Centre for Tourism and Recreation
Tel. +48 17 86-61-412
E-mail: mlasota@wsiz.edu.pl
The Biodiversity Laboratory and the AlpakGarden demonstration garden were created for the purpose of teaching the course Sustainable Development in the Economy, as well as conducting scientific research by the staff of the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow.
What opportunities does it provide for scientists?
The laboratory is equipped with equipment that allows microscopic analysis of the morphological characteristics of different groups of plants, as well as the study of changes in plant growth and development depending on soil type and under the influence of anthropogenic and stress factors. Analysis of the effective and balanced management of fertilizer components and the development of fertilizer schemes and recommendations for organic farming and health-promoting foods on the basis of studies on plants.
What opportunities does it provide for students?
The laboratory allows students to acquire knowledge of biodiversity and biological processes occurring at different stages of plant development. Including microscopic analysis of morphological characteristics of different groups of plants and algae. And also learning about threats to plant biodiversity and the impact of human activities on biodiversity.
The AlpakGarden demonstration garden allows students to deepen their acquired knowledge of plant biodiversity and its application to planting plants and their pelletization in mini-experimental plots. In addition, students can deepen their knowledge of sustainable agriculture and the oldest crops.
Students have the opportunity to develop their scientific thinking, improve their planning skills, conduct observations and experiments, and make inferences based on the results of research in the AlpakGarden mini-experimental plots. The Biodiversity Laboratory is used for teaching the course Sustainable Development in the Economy.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Magdalena Lasota
The Centre for Tourism and Recreation
Tel. +48 17 86-61-412
E-mail: mlasota@wsiz.edu.pl
Contact with the person responsible for the AlpakGarden Demonstration Garden:
Bartlomiej Rybinski
E-mail: brybinski@wsiz.edu.pl
Laboratory of Biochemistry, Toxicology and Clinical Genetics is designed to perform a wide range of biochemical analysis of biological material collected from patients (blood, serum, urine), plant extracts, food samples and samples obtained in cell culture experiments.
What are the possibilities for scientists?
Scientists using the laboratory have the opportunity to prepare plant extracts, perform biochemical analysis, test antioxidant properties of prepared extracts or study body fluids.
What are the possibilities for students?
During classes in the laboratory, students have the opportunity to perform biochemical analysis of body fluids, determine the pH of tested substances or perform protein electrophoresis.
Equipment:
The laboratory has been equipped with the following:
- Analytical balance
- Laboratory pH meter
- Magnetic stirrer
- Laboratory Fume Hoods
- Laboratory dryer
- Water bath shaker
- Electrophoresis kit for proteins and electro-transfer kit
- Prestige Medical Classic 12L autoclave
- Water treatment system using reverse osmosis
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Bartosz Skóra, Ph. D.
E-mail: bskora@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine is adapted to culture human stem cells in vitro. The Laboratory maintains BSL2 standards, required for research and microbiological laboratories.
Research possibilities:
Conducting research on biochemistry and morphology at the cellular level – both on primary and immortalized cell lines. The laboratory specializes in conducting research on the differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSC) and determination of the influence of selected xenobiotics and naturally released peptides on metabolism (hMSC). An additional area of interest is the receptor-dependent process of endocytosis.
The scientific potential of the Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine includes:
- determination of the influence of natural and synthetic xenobiotics on the metabolism of stem cells, the induction and mechanism of the apoptosis, the production of reactive oxygen species and the activity of antioxidant enzymes;
- nalyzing the detoxification pathways of xenobiotics in cells using techniques for determining gene expression and the activity of individual isoforms of cytochrome P450;
- studying the influence of biologically active peptides on the differentiation process of human stem cells;
- determination of the influence of xenobiotics on the morphology of the cell and its organelles with the use of fluorescent dyes and confocal microscopy.
Students possibilities:
During the classes in the laboratory, students have the opportunity to learn techniques related to sterile work on cell lines – primary and immortalized, methods used in regenerative medicine, basic techniques of molecular biology, research methods in cell biology and biochemistry, and the principles of confocal fluorescence microscopy.
Scientific equipment:
- laminar flow hood (Biotectum 1.2. Comfort)
- cell culture incubator with CO2 (Binder C170)
- inverted microscope with phase contrast (Optikom IM-3)
- water bath (LaboPlay WE)
- laboratory centrifuge (MPW)
- autoclave (Medical Prestige 12L)
- laboratory shaker
- vortex (Phoenix Instruments)
- liquid nitrogen dewar for long term cell storage
- scanning fluorescent miscroscope (ZEISS LSM700)
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Bartosz Skóra, Ph. D.
E-mail: bskora@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of General Biology is designed to perform a wide range of microbological analyzes. Various types of samples can be analyzed in the laboratory, i.e. raw materials and cosmetic products, plant extracts, food samples and biological material collected from patients. The laboratory’s equipment enables various scientific research to be conducted by employees of the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów.
What are the possibilities for scientists?
The laboratory is equipped with devices and laboratory equipment that enable the performance of analyzes with the use of many bacterial strains. The laboratory infrastructure allows for the assessment of the antibacterial properties of many chemical compounds and plant extracts, detection of microorganisms in clinical material, determination of the sensitivity of bacterial strains to antibiotics, microbiological control of food or the assessment of microbiological purity of a wide range of samples, including cosmetics, raw materials and food products, drugs, medical devices and pharmaceuticals, as well as environmental samples.
What are the possibilities for students?
The laboratory enables students to observe various microorganisms under the microscope and learn the rules of their identification and cultivation. Light microscopes and hundreds of different microscopic slides allow them to observe the morphology of various types of cells and tissues, both animal and plant. The available equipment also enables the assessment of the influence of various chemical and physical factors on the growth and multiplication of microorganisms. The numerous microbiological media at the laboratory’s disposal also enable the microbiological evaluation of cosmetic preparations made by students or the evaluation of products available on the market. Students can also perform analyzes aimed at identifying various microorganisms in the material collected from patients. The laboratory also allows the assessment of the sanitary condition of environmental samples, such as water, soil and air samples.
What do we offer to business?
The General Biology and Microbology Laboratory offers commercial services in:
- Assessment of microbiological purity of cosmetic raw materials and cosmetics
- Assessment of microbiological purity of medical and pharmaceutical products
- Assessment of microbiological quality of food
- Microbiological tests of animal feed raw materials and mixtures
- Analysis of the purity of environmental samples (water, soil and air)
- Quantification of the number of microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) in the samples
- Assessment of microbial interactions
- Evaluation of the antibacterial potential of various types of samples, including cosmetic and food raw materials
- Determination of the sensitivity of bacterial strains to antibiotics and other drugs
- Analysis of the antimicrobial activity (antibacterial effect) of substances synthesized or isolated from natural raw materials (active substances, essential oils, plant extracts)
- Determining the microbiological cleanliness of usable surfaces (countertops, floors, equipment)
- Assessment of the effectiveness of the adopted procedures for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and devices
Equipment of Laboratory of General Biology and Microbiology
- Laminar chamber
- Light microscopes
- Shaker
- Autoclave
- Laboratory dryer
- Incubator
- Laboratory dishwasher
- Fridge-freezer
- UV-Vis spectrophotometer
- Analytical balances
- pH meters
- Magnetic stirrers
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Martyna Zagórska-Dziok M. Sc.
E-mail: mzagorska@wsiz.edu.pl
Laboratory of Confocal Microscopy allows scientists to perform research at the single-cell level using qualitative and semi-quantitative fluorescence methods in normal and neoplastic models.
The capabilities of the Confocal Microscopy Laboratory include in particular:
- Evaluating the changes in the cell cycle, mitochondrial membrane potential, release of lysosomal enzymes, and generation of reactive oxygen species in normal and neoplastic cells in vitro.
- Performing the immunofluorescence-based visualization of specific cells’ organella, as well as creating 3D models of individual cell models in situ.
- analysis of the transfection efficiency of eukaryotic cells and analysis of proteins, using immunofluorescence methods in a selected cell population.
- assessment of the toxic effects of environmental substances in selected cell models.
The Laboratory is equipped with:
– inverted confocal microscope with a scanning module (ZEISS LSM700) and a monochromatic camera (AxioCam MRM).
– flow cytometer (BD Accuri C6 plus) equipped with an autosampler with a control arm (CSampler Plus).
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Bartosz Skóra, Ph. D.
E-mail: bskora@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of Virtual Reality and Image Processing was created in response to the growing interest on the commercial and the educational market in issues related to creating compute graphics, virtual worlds, and augmented reality.
The main aim of the laboratory is to produce complex 3D scenes, animations and postproduction in moving images. Additionally, the laboratory can support rapid prototyping processes and matters concerning the use (and promotion) of 3D print in everyday life. One of the major tasks performed in the laboratory is the education of students in the above listed areas. That gives students the chance to work with professional equipment and software and to use the experience and knowledge of qualified faculty.
Why is it unique?
The Laboratory of Virtual Reality and Image Processing is one of the most state-of-the-art laboratories of that type in Podkarpacie. The available equipment allows for extensive image processing and virtual reality creation – both based on existing objects and working with clearly conceptual ones. Additionally, the advanced projection system of the virtual cave allows to present the results of the work in a unique manner.
What are the possibilities for scientists?
In the aspect of research, the laboratory offers a broad range of possibilities. That results mainly from the equipment available, but also from our competent faculty. One of the areas of research is virtual reality, its creation, applications, as well as perception. It is highly important at the time of high digitalisation and high dynamics in IT- and Internet-related areas. Several project were prepared in the laboratory, like Wirtualne Muzea Podkarpacia (Virtual Museums of Podkarpacie), where 7 museums of the region were digitalised, and the results published online. Another research area is work with 3D images – their analysis, perception, and well as generation. The 3D printer allows to apply 3D print in everyday life. Current projects include work on the application of 3D print in medicine and stomatology, as well as in place/space records and documentation. Thanks to the motion capture system, the laboratory conducts research on the manners of human movement using data collected e.g. for the needs of computer animations.
What are the possibilities for students?
Working in the laboratory, students have the chance to gain broadly understood skills in computer graphics. That applies to all students who have classes in the laboratory. The skills include e.g.: image processing and retouch; creating 3D models; film animations and editing; special effects addition; creating graphics for computer games; programming virtual walks and simple games; photo studio tasks; 3D scanning; preparation for 3D printing. Using the laboratory equipment in teaching, the student may be fully prepared for a career of a computer graphics, film editor, animator, or graphic designer.
What do we offer to business?
As concerns commercial services, the laboratory offers services within:
- 3D animation and production,
- Modelling, texturing,
- Motion image realisation (including special effects),
- Motion capture,
- Virtual walks (based on spherical panoramas, using real-time rendering technology),
- 3D scanning,
- 3D print,
- Graphic design in visual identification, advertisement, generally understood graphics, including DTP processes,
- Animation rendering in 18-computer cluster.
Equipment
- 18 workstations with state-of-the-art software for graphics,
- studio motion capture, which capters an actor’s movements and shifts it onto virtual characters,
- the virtual cave, aimed at researching the possibilities of “immersing” a user in a virtual world,
- 3D printer allowing to create real, physical models designed earlier in the virtual space,
- 3D scanner to digitalise and record existing objects,
- A photographic studio.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Mariusz Chorąży
E-mail: mchorazy@wsiz.edu.pl
The Laboratory of Advanced Robotization and Automation Technologies was established as a response to the market demand for specialists in the field of robot programming and automation of technological processes.
The Laboratory of Advanced Robotization and Automatization Technologies, due to its equipment, allows you to conduct research activities for the needs of industry. Research areas that can be dealt with include:
- Industrial automation and combination of automation with IT. In the context of strictly automation in laboratory are available PLC Beckhoff controllers and they allows to build the prototypes of industrial networks with an indication of how to control them. In addition, it is a possible to design systems for monitoring, diagnostics and management of production processes, management of the optimization and operation systems used in production. The availability of various type of robots, especially industrial robots, makes it possible to test the designed solutions based on PLC controllers and verify the safety systems planned to be implemented in production plants.
- It is also worth paying attention to the availability of equipment for prototyping solutions in building automation in the laboratory. Its concern various type of the manners to the programming and modeling elements of Smart House and not only. The activities in this area are possible due to the availability of appropriate infrastructure. The Smart Home industry area is a very popular and desirable development direction over the use of existing technologies in combination with physical elements. Particular attention should be paid to the huge implementation potential of the prototypes under development.
- Next research area possibility to conduct in laboratory are analyze the effects of connection solutions based on industry automation with building automation. Research in this area can concentrate on the connection effectiveness both research areas. In the result, the laboratory give ability to making more complicated systems such as control systems or decision support systems.
- The ability to design critical infrastructure systems and safety critical systems in manufacturing plants may also be an important element for industry. Due to the capabilities and experience of the staff, this area can be effectively developed. Safety topics in the technical industry are particularly relevant. The laboratory gives the opportunity to perform the research in the field of testing emergency control systems of production lines with the use of the previously mentioned PLC controllers.
- Relevant in this time is aspect of environment protection. In the laboratory could conduct research in the field of broadly understood environmental security and monitoring systems. For this purpose, it relies on elements of the Internet of Things, software and the experience of the staff. Examples of this solutions could be water supply and sewage systems. In this area can also create a systems for other economic sectors.
- Information systems and measurement in intelligent networks are next research area, which can perform in Laboratory of Advanced Robotization and Automatization Technologies in connection with physical laboratory, which would allow to performing accurate measures. Mentioned measures can concern diagnostic of the devices state and existing infrastructure audits on the base of analyze the measurement signals.
What opportunities it gives students ?
Classes on Programmable digital circuits carried out in KM303 present the possibilities of implementing digital circuits and systems using programmable digital circuits. IT graduates will acquire competences in the field of tools and designing digital systems, implementation of digital systems in programmable logical structures and ability to use a computer-aided design tools when creating digital systems. Teaching on the Application of computer science in automation and robotics carried out in KM303, shows the principles of operation of selected automation devices, as well as selected robot structures and the dependencies connecting the control layer (IT) with equipment (technical aspects). IT students who realize this subject can obtain necessary skills in the field of robot programming and programmable logic controllers.
Why is it special?
The laboratory is equipped with equipment that allows you to familiarize yourself with the technologies of programming robots and industrial controllers.
The Laboratory of Advanced Robotization and Automation Technologies located in KM303 allows to familiarize the students with all types of modern robotics and the latest programmable logical structures. IT students will acquire the skills needed to operate various types of robots and work with the use of programmable logic controllers. By implementing the teaching using the equipment of the KM303 laboratory, you can conduct practical preparation for the profession of automation robotics, programmable digital systems engineer and computer science.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Mateusz Liput, M. Sc.
E-mail: mliput@wsiz.edu.pl
Learning how to invest in financial instruments to become a professional trader through simulations of financial transactions and investment portfolio management – that is the biggest advantage of the largest such Financial Laboratory in Poland.
The Financial Laboratory is a specialist dealing room innovatively designed and equipped for educational and academic research activities.
It is located at the Centre for International Education in Kielnarowa at the University of Information Technology and Management (UITM) in Rzeszow.
The Financial Laboratory project is patterned on the best centres of that kind worldwide which have created professional transaction rooms at universities to provide both financial education under exceptional conditions, and the ability to carry out the most advanced academic research.
What are the possibilities for scientists?
It allows to conduct scientific research related to financial markets using automated stock exchange transactions (algorithms). In particular, it enables research in the following areas:
- personal finance management
- financial and economic analysis
- study of the behaviour of financial and capital markets
- technical and fundamental analysis
- creating business models (used in simulation games)
- creating econometric models for use in banking sector
- testing the volatility of financial instruments
- research in the field of behavioural finance
- coding the automated trading robots
What opportunities does it offer to students?
It allows education in the field of finance in conditions corresponding to both the needs of today’s labour market and the expectations of young people starting education at a university. Students are not only able to use equipment analogous to that used in real trading rooms, but can also experience the actual atmosphere of such a place. That is of great importance from the point of view of the quality of the didactic process. This professionally equipped Financial Laboratory inspires and is an invaluable encouragement to study often difficult financial issues.
Students will be familiarised with:
- personal finance management and budget planning
- financial and economic analysis of the company
- technical and fundamental analysis of financial markets
- behavioural finance and investment psychology
- advanced strategies and investment systems (as part of training during the meeting of the FLOW, Green Economics scientific clubs)
After classes in the Financial Laboratory, the student will be reliably prepared to work as an investment analyst, financial dealer, securities broker or investment adviser. However, the most attractive prospect for our graduates may be the opportunity to become a professional stock exchange trader.
What does the Financial Laboratory offer to companies?
- High quality trainings on investments carried out by experienced practitioners dealing professionally with investment and financial issues. The offer covers a large part of the issues necessary to enhance investment knowledge and provides the opportunity to benefit from the knowledge and experience of people professionally involved in financial market investments;
- carry out workshops in the field of economics and finance.
The Financial Laboratory is equipped with:
- 24 workstations with special terminals that enable practice in the field of fundamental and technical analysis.
- Each computer has the Office package installed, and in particular the most important tool used by financial analysts – Excel spreadsheet.
- The Data Wall is a professional display device which acts as a connector between six screens, each may display different content (for example notations from various markets: capital, currency, commodities, etc.)
- An interactive board (smart board) enabling current analysis of financial instruments.
The Financial Laboratory offers access to digital business television and provides presentation of economic news. The equipment was provided by a company which delivered similar solutions for the Warsaw Stock Exchange.
What is more…
All studies on the state of financial knowledge among Poles clearly show that only half of the citizens have savings and use any financial products. Those statistics are very disturbing. At the same time, they show the need to create new programs and forms of education that will allow young people to take advantage of both the global capital markets and the offers provided by individual financial institutions in the country. UITM experts emphasise that it is necessary to build a financial education strategy, which allows not only to manage own budget properly and wisely, but also enables companies to employ professionally educated financial specialists. The university meets such expectations by enabling classes in such a professionally equipped Financial Laboratory.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Alina Yakymchuk, prof., dr econ. sc.
E-mail: ayakymchuk@wsiz.edu.pl
Computer simulation is an increasingly used tool in almost every area of our lives, the only limitation to its use is our imagination and skills in using simulation tools. Hence, in order to meet the market demand for people with competence in computer simulation, a Simulation Laboratory was established at the Center for International Education in Kielnarowa.
Why it is unique.
The laboratory, thanks to its innovation, offers people who want to expand their skills and knowledge in the field of simulation high-end software used in companies around the world. These include, among others, the most popular analytical and simulation tool in the logistics industry, FlexSim, which, together with CAD vector graphics software, provides almost unlimited possibilities for 3D virtual reality modeling. In addition, in the lab we can use SAP software recognized as a market leader in integrated ERP information systems.
What opportunities does it provide for scientists?
A noticeable trend in the scientific world is the verification of research hypotheses using simulation methods. Some scientists are supported only by visualization of the actions taking place in order to better understand them, but the current IT solutions found in the simulation laboratory allow us to acquire raw data on the basis of which we can easily verify the hypotheses of the research carried out.
What opportunities does it provide for students?
Students in the course have the opportunity to get acquainted with professional simulation software FlexSim, the curriculum includes, among other things, modeling of selected processes using the basic functions of the program, as well as analysis of data generated during the simulation.
The training of simulation skills in the Logistics major is phased and consists of:
Familiarization with software functionalities, learning about the computer tool and its capabilities – 2nd semester Simulation Workshop
Formation of skills in designing simulation models – 4th semester Computer Simulation of Logistics Processes
Shaping skills of data collection and experimentation – 6th semester Logistics Process Optimization
Formation of skills to independently carry out a simulation project – 7th semester Diploma Seminar
The university also organizes classes in the simulation laboratory in the formula of the Academy of Logistics Simulation and Analysis. These classes are optional and their organization depends on the number of applications. In these classes, real examples of logistics processes are designed and studied, and students look for solutions to process flow problems.
What does it offer companies?
Within the framework of external cooperation, the simulation laboratory offers interested entrepreneurs services related to the design of warehouse and production spaces, as well as simulation analysis along with optimization of the processes taking place.
Equipment
The laboratory consists of 40 computer workstations (room KM112 in CEM in Kielnarowa and room RA145 in the main building in Rzeszow) equipped with modern central units meeting the high requirements of the computer programs on them,
Software in the laboratory (network licenses of 40 positions):
– FlexSim GP v24.0.2 (General Purpose)
– FlexSim CT v3.3 (Container Terminal)
– OptQuest
Comments on the laboratory
The possibilities that the computer simulation method brings today are enormous. First of all, it is a powerful tool for analysis and experimentation, but also, through 3D visualization, a clear realization of the designed business processes. It is not easy or quick to learn all the functionalities of simulation, but after acquiring a certain level of skill, working with the program in the laboratory is very rewarding. An interesting new proposal for students is the introduction of the ETS2 truck set driving simulator to the class. By simulating and playing various freight scenarios, the student becomes familiar with the technical and equipment aspects during transportation and the specifics of transporting many types of cargo. Dawid Kyc (Logistics graduate)
Location
The Centre for Tourism and Recreation
Kielnarowa 386a, 36-020 Tyczyn
KM 112 and KMRA 145B
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Grzegorz Wróbel, Ph.D.
tel. 17 8661 186
E-mail: gwrobel@wsiz.edu.pl
Main fields for laboratory works are AI, speech recognition, natural language processing, speech properties, acoustic devices measurement, room acoustics, digital signal and sound processing.
What are possibilities for scientists?
It facilitates works in speech recognition ( works in NCN grant „Semantic memory organisation in motiveted learning of robots” http://ncn.wsiz.rzeszow.pl/ ) ond natural language modelling (works done in PhD grant)
What opportunities does it provide for students?
Through the Laboratory, students can gain skills in making measurements in acoustics. They will learn about the construction and operation of equipment such as an amplifier or mixer. They will measure acoustic transducers such as microphones and loudspeakers. They will learn how to design room acoustics and operate equipment such as an oscilloscope, function generator and computer measurement set. They will also be able to program circuits with signal processors performing, for example, audio signal processing. The laboratory’s hardware and software can be used for dissertation purposes.
What does it offer companies?
Development of speech recognition systems for voice control of devices.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Leszek Gajecki, Ph Eng.
E-mail: lgajecki@wsiz.edu.pl
Thanks to its equipment, the laboratory allows to perform research for industrial needs. Possible research areas include:
• security – threat simulation,
• improvement of database management methods and data analysis,
• scalability of databases,
• processing queries,
• data cleaning, transformation and visualization,
• metadata management.
Contact with the person responsible for the Laboratory:
Łukasz Piątek , Ph Eng.
E-mail: lpiatek@wsiz.edu.pl
