Dr. Magdalena Ekwińska, Łukasiewicz Research Network, Poland
Magdalena Ekwińska received her M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from the Warsaw University of Technology, both with honors 🎓. Her doctoral thesis focused on “Studies of Nanowear and Nanohardness of Materials for MEMS and Microdevices” 🔬. Since 2009, she has been with the Institute of Microelectronics and Photonics, part of the Łukasiewicz Research Network. Her research interests include materials for MEMS applications, using atomic force microscopy and nanoindenters, optical measurements, and numerical multidomain simulations for MEMS optimization 🛠️. Magdalena has authored chapters in Springer-published books and numerous technical papers 📚. She actively participates in local and international projects and is a member of the Polish Tribology Society.
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🎓 Educational Background
Magdalena Ekwińska received her M.Sc. degree (with honors) in Mechanical Engineering from the Warsaw University of Technology (WUT), Poland, in 2002. She continued her academic journey at WUT, earning a Ph.D. (with honors) in Mechanical Engineering in 2010 with a dissertation titled “Studies of Nanowear and Nanohardness of Materials for MEMS and Microdevices.” 📜
🔬 Research Interests and Experience
Since 2009, Magdalena has been with the former Institute of Electron Technology (ITE), now part of the Łukasiewicz Research Network’s Institute of Microelectronics and Photonics. Her research primarily focuses on materials for MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems) applications, utilizing advanced techniques such as atomic force microscopy and nanoindenters. She also specializes in optical measurements of MEMS and the design, numerical multidomain simulation (mechanical, electrical, thermal behavior), and optimization of MEMS. 🔍
📚 Publications and Contributions
Magdalena is an accomplished author and co-author, contributing chapters to books published by Springer and numerous technical papers presented in journals and at international conferences. Her work has significantly advanced the field of MEMS, particularly in the study and application of materials. ✒️
🌟 Professional Affiliations and Projects
Magdalena actively participates in both local and international research projects, leveraging her expertise to drive innovation in MEMS technology. She is also a member of the Polish Tribology Society, reflecting her dedication to the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of materials. 🌐
Publication Top Notes:
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Piezoelectric MEMS Energy Harvester for Low-Power Applications
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Electric-contact tilt sensors: A review
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Advantages of using piezoelectric materials in the MEMS construction on the example of AlN and Sc Doped AlN Layers
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From simulation to manufacturing of piezoelectric micromachined AlN membrane
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Design—Simulation—Optimization environment of specialized MEMS