Karolina Zapadka

Karolina Zapadka is a highly educated professional with a diverse background in chemistry and related fields. She holds an MSc in Chemistry with a specialization in photochemistry and spectroscopy from Uniwersytet Jagielloński w Krakowie, a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Cambridge, an MSc in Chemical Physics from Lunds universitet, and a BSc in Chemical Physics from the same university. With a strong academic foundation, Karolina has been actively involved in various organizations across different roles. She has served as the Chief of Staff in the Executive Team at Innovation Forum, where she showcased her leadership skills and strategic thinking. Prior to this, Karolina held the position of Post-Doctoral Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, demonstrating her expertise and research capabilities. Her experience also includes serving as the Chief Marketing and Communication Officer in the Executive Team at Innovation Forum and as the President (Cambridge Chapter) at Oxbridge Biotech Roundtable, highlighting her multifaceted skill set and ability to thrive in different roles. Additionally, Karolina has worked in various research and academic settings, including roles as a PhD Student at MedImmune, a Research Scientist at Arecor Limited, and engaging in research projects at prestigious institutions such as the Focas Institute at Dublin Institute of Technology and the Department of Chemical Physics at Lund University, Sweden. Her early professional experience includes serving as a Chemist Assistant at Advanced Cosmetic Technologies, where she gained practical exposure to the field. Karolina Zapadka's background exemplifies her strong academic credentials, diverse skill set, and valuable experience across academia, research, and executive roles.