External R&D Partner
for the European Chemical Industry
Accelerate market entry, navigate regulatory pressure, and innovate with confidence with flexible access to award-winning scientific expertise from the Łukasiewicz Research Network – ICSO.
Discuss a ProjectChemistry Expertise.
When You Actually Need It.
Formulation, analytical testing, and bio-based R&D for partners that need trusted chemistry expertise without the wait.
Areas of Expertise
Analysis of contaminants, pesticides, and migration limits. GLP-certified results accepted by EFSA and BfR.
Development of industrial chemical processes and specialty products from laboratory to production scale.
Formulation of plastic additives, biodegradable polymers, and bio-based composites for standard industrial equipment.
High-pressure and hydrogen technology development for energy transition and industrial decarbonisation.
Heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis for petrochemical, carbochemical, and oxyalkylation processes.
Chemical recycling of plastics and waste streams into usable raw materials and circular products.
Development of biofuels, biocomponents, and renewable raw material processing technologies.
Formulation of waterless cosmetics, surfactants, and high-efficacy pesticide-removing cleaning products.
Specialist additives for plastics, lubricants, and industrial applications including nano-additive systems.
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Discuss a projectDiagnostics & Testing
Rapid identification of chemical composition, contamination, and compliance gaps — with a technical report in hand before your deadline.
Typical timeline: 1–4 weeks
What's included
- Expert chemical analysis (GC-MS, chromatography, spectroscopy)
- Contaminant & pesticide detection
- Migration testing for food-contact materials
- Regulatory compliance report (REACH, BfR, EFSA)
- First technical feedback within 24 hours
Formulation & Process Adaptation
Your external R&D team. We take ownership of formulation iteration, regulatory alignment, and process optimisation — so your internal team stays focused.
Typical timeline: 1–6 months
What's included
- Expert chemical analysis (GC-MS, chromatography, spectroscopy)
- Contaminant & pesticide detection
- Migration testing for food-contact materials
- Regulatory compliance report (REACH, BfR, EFSA)
- First technical feedback within 24 hours
- Dedicated project manager and monthly reporting
Technology Development & IP
From concept to market-ready technology with full IP transfer — for organisations building a lasting competitive advantage in chemical innovation.
Estimated individually for each project.
What's included
- Expert chemical analysis (GC-MS, chromatography, spectroscopy)
- Contaminant & pesticide detection
- Migration testing for food-contact materials
- Regulatory compliance report (REACH, BfR, EFSA)
- First technical feedback within 24 hours
- Full IP transfer and commercialisation support
All engagements start with a free 30-minute technical scoping call. No commitment required. Response within 24 hours.
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From a single expert's analysis to a multi-year technology program. We deliver outcomes your board can approve.
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Meet Our Team
Katarzyna Zielińska
PhD Eng., the Head of the Chemical Processes and Technologies Research Group
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Dr. Mikołaj
Senior Process Development Engineer
Dr. Tomasz Nowak
Senior Scientist in Sustainable Materials Development
Katarzyna Zielińska
PhD Eng., the Head of the Chemical Processes and Technologies Research Group
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Dr. Mikołaj
Senior Process Development Engineer
Dr. Tomasz Nowak
Senior Scientist in Sustainable Materials Development
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From a single expert's analysis to a multi-year technology program. We deliver outcomes your board can approve.
Discuss a projectWhat clients say
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PIPC | Executive Manager
Example text. We are committed to providing tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring a competitive edge in today's dynamic market. See how our collaborative approach and cutting-edge resources drive success for our partners, delivering exceptional results and fostering long-term growth.
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PIPC | Executive Manager
Example text. Their team delivered a technically rigorous analysis within days, not weeks. The regulatory report was accepted without revision — exactly what we needed before our EFSA submission deadline.
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ORLEN OIL | Head of R&D
Example text. Working with the Łukasiewicz team felt like having a world-class lab next door. They understood our formulation challenges immediately and proposed solutions we hadn't considered.
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