When applying for the RBF scholarship, Adam was an IB student at the 2nd High School of Paweł Jasienica in Warsaw. From his first year of high school, he conducted scientific research at the Medical University of Warsaw, where he studied the electrophysiology of sweat glands, and later completed an internship at the Karolinska Institutet, researching the role of the locus coeruleus in the development of neurodegenerative diseases. During this period, he also achieved distinctions in academic competitions, including 10th place in the National Biotechnology Competition and the title of laureate of the E(x)plory competition, where he co-developed an application for diagnosing breast cancer malignancy. He also became the youngest laureate of the Polish Development Fund’s “School of Pioneers” program. An internship at the Faculty of Chemistry at the Warsaw University of Technology, focused on the optimization of organoboron structures, shaped his interest in physical chemistry and materials science, ultimately leading to his admission to Columbia University in New York.
As a student at Columbia University, he is pursuing a dual degree in Chemistry and Mathematics–Statistics, maintaining a high GPA and following a rigorous academic path. He works in the Owen Group, where he focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and study of functional nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks. His research was recognized with a National Science Foundation grant, which allowed him to continue his internship after his first year of studies, and he presented his findings at three scientific symposia, as well as at the world’s largest conference on semiconductor technology – TECHCON. He also collaborates with the Berkelbach Group, further developing in computational and theoretical chemistry, including simulations of diamond nanoclusters, as well as conducting research in probability theory, involving new applications of the Monte Carlo method and the development of Brownian motion theory. His achievements have led to internship offers from technology companies such as Skeleton Technologies and Airbus, where he will further develop his knowledge of industrial processes.
In parallel, Adam is actively involved in the Sci-Inspire organization, which provides free tutoring for students from underprivileged backgrounds in New York, where he has already completed 45 hours of mathematics tutoring. Inspired by the organization’s positive impact on the lives of dozens of students, Adam took part in board elections and, as a result, will serve as Internal Vice President starting next academic year. In this role, he will continue tutoring while also developing internal projects aimed at improving the organization’s operations and expanding its reach.