Current projects and tasks are listed below. For more information, please visit this page: https://awf.poznan.pl/nauka/projekty-realizowane-w-awf/
Research project title: Elucidating molecular mechanisms of the crosstalk between the muscle and the brain during physical activity in obesity
Financing unit: National Science Center, OPUS-25 edition
Head of the project: Joanna H. Śliwowska (Poznań University of Life Sciences, Leader) and Katarzyna Kryściak (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 01-10-2024 to 30-09-2028
Published results of the project:
1. Epigenetics
Research project title: Adaptations of proprioceptive input from muscle spindles to motoneurons in response to strength and endurance training
Financing unit: National Science Center, OPUS-23 edition
Head of the project: Piotr Krutki (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 16-01-2023 to 15-01-2027
Published results of the project:
1. Journal of Applied Physiology
2. European Journal of Applied Physiology
Research project title: Multidimensional mechanistic investigations of trans spinal direct current stimulation in motor neuron disease
Financing unit: National Science Center, JPND Call 2022 edition
Head of the project: Marcin Bączyk (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 01-06-2023 to 31-05-2026
Published results of the project:
1. Computers in Biology and Medicine
2. European Journal of Neuroscience
Research project title: The Effect of 8-Week Krill Oil Supplementation (2 g/day) on Musculoskeletal Pain and Complaints, Inflammatory Markers, Lipid Profile, Menopausal Symptoms, Hormonal Status, and Quality of Life in Menopausal Women
Financing unit: National Science Center, Preludium-24 edition
Head of the project: Beata Jóźwiak (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 16-02-2026 to 15-02-2029
Research project title: The impact of expectations on physical performance and psychophysiological potential: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study on the placebo effect in the context of caffeine supplementation
Financing unit: National Science Center, Preludium-24 edition
Head of the project: Jakub Malik (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 16-02-2026 to 15-02-2029
Research project title: Effect of a short-term multi-strain probiotic supplementation on the exercise- associated gastrointestinal disturbances in trained female athletes under controlled conditions during professional training cycle
Financing unit: National Science Center, Preludium-22 edition
Head of the project: Natalia Główka (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 10-07-2024 to 09-07-2027
Research task title: Assessment of the impact of a six-month training program on selected hormonal parameters related to glucose homeostasis and appetite regulation in women over 60
Financing unit: National Science Center, Miniatura-9 edition
Head of the project: Ewa Bryl (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 10-07-2025 to 09-07-2026
Research task title: The effect of regular physical activity on cognitive functions and the levels of neuroprotective biomarkers (BDNF, GDNF, CLU) in women over 60 years of age
Financing unit: National Science Center, Miniatura-9 edition
Head of the project: Joanna Ratajczak (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 05-09-2025 to 04-09-2026
Research project title: Effectiveness of the “Green Prescription” – the preventive role of health education
Financing unit: Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Science for Society II edition
Head of the project: Jana Krzysztoszek (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 03-2024 to 12-2026
Published results of the project:
1. Biomedical Human Kinetics
Research project title: The impact of SIT implementation during physical education lessons on the cognitive and physical fitness of adolescents
Financing unit: Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Science for Society II edition
Head of the project: Adam Kantanista (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 02-2024 to 02-2027
Research project title: Regular activity is a guarantee of healthy bones
Financing unit: Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Science for Society II edition
Head of the project: Robert Olek (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 04-2024 to 04-2027
Research project title: A two-way road to health – does the environment influence the endocrine function of skeletal muscles and thus regulate adaptive changes induced by physical activity in a group of mature women?
Financing unit: Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Science for Society Development edition
Head of the project: Urszula Czerniak (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 01-06-2026 to 31-05-2029
Research project title: Recipe for health – nutritional intervention combined with physical activity as elements supporting the reproductive health of young women
Financing unit: Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Science for Society Development edition
Head of the project: Małgorzata Mizgier (Poznań University of Physical Education)
Project duration: 26-05-2026 to 25-05-2029