BioActive History
The BioActive conference series is dedicated to research on bioactive compounds of natural origin, their chemical structure, biological activity, and practical applications in medicine, biotechnology, agriculture, and the food industry.
Bioactive compounds derived from natural sources such as plants, microorganisms, algae, and fungi play a key role in modern science and industry. These substances are widely studied for their antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and therapeutic properties, as well as for their potential use in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and functional foods.
The BioActive conference series was created to provide a platform for scientists working in natural product chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, biotechnology, analytical chemistry, pharmacology, and related disciplines. The meetings promote interdisciplinary collaboration and allow researchers to exchange ideas, present new discoveries, and discuss emerging trends in the study of biologically active molecules.
A distinctive element of the BioActive conference series is its close connection with the scientific achievements of Professor Czesław Wawrzeńczyk, whose work has significantly contributed to the development of research on natural bioactive compounds.
Prof. Czesław Wawrzeńczyk
Professor Czesław Wawrzeńczyk is a Polish chemist specializing in bioorganic chemistry and natural product chemistry. For many years he has been associated with the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, where he contributed significantly to the development of research in the field of bioactive compounds of natural origin.
His scientific work has focused on the chemistry, biological activity, and transformations of natural compounds, including terpenoids, lactones, and phospholipids. Professor Wawrzeńczyk has authored numerous scientific publications and supervised many doctoral students who continue research in natural product chemistry and bioorganic chemistry.
The BioActive conference series has been closely connected with important milestones in his scientific career, celebrating both the 50th anniversary of his academic work and later his 80th birthday.
BioActive 2017
1st Conference – Bioactive Compounds of Natural Origin
Trzebnica, Poland
23–24 January 2017
The first conference dedicated to bioactive compounds of natural origin was organized by the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences together with the Wrocław University of Science and Technology.
The meeting was associated with the 50th anniversary of the scientific career of Professor Czesław Wawrzeńczyk, whose research has strongly influenced studies on natural bioactive molecules.
The conference brought together researchers working in the fields of chemistry, biotechnology, food science, and life sciences, creating an interdisciplinary forum for the discussion of natural product research.
The scientific program included lectures, oral presentations, and poster sessions devoted to topics such as:
natural bioactive compounds and their biological activity
terpenoids and plant secondary metabolites
bioinspired technologies
natural phospholipids and lipid-derived bioactive molecules
enzymatic and chemical modifications of natural compounds
analytical methods used in natural product research
The first BioActive conference established a scientific community focused on the exploration and application of natural biologically active compounds.
BioActive 2023
2nd National Conference – Bioactive Compounds of Natural Origin
Trzebnica, Poland
9–10 October 2023
The second edition of the BioActive conference was organized by the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences and the University of Gdańsk.
The conference was dedicated to the 80th birthday of Professor Czesław Wawrzeńczyk, honoring his long-standing contributions to the field of bioorganic chemistry and natural product research.
The meeting gathered scientists from numerous research institutions working on different aspects of bioactive natural compounds and their applications.
The scientific program included thematic sessions focused on:
isolation, analysis, and identification of natural compounds
biologically active plant substances
natural compounds in biology and medicine
bioactive lipids and peptides
enzymatic transformations of natural molecules
chemical synthesis and modification of bioactive compounds
In addition to scientific presentations, the conference also featured poster sessions and industry presentations, highlighting modern analytical techniques and technologies used in natural product research.
