Mgr. Silvia Podhradská, PhD.

Silvia is a seasoned professional in science communication and promotion, specializing in making scientific knowledge accessible to the general public. She focuses on organizing professional conferences and promotional events with both national and international reach, with the goal of increasing the visibility of research and development in the field of polymers. Her strength lies in her ability to transform complex scientific findings into clear and engaging messages that resonate with experts, industry stakeholders, and the general public alike.

She has been organizing scientific and popularization events since 2007. Over the course of nearly twenty years, she has prepared over 30 regular events and more than 15 unique projects. Thanks to her precision, attention to detail, and a strong focus on participant comfort and satisfaction, she has built a reputation as a reliable and professional organizer.

Short Professional Biography

Education

  • In 1999, she completed her Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University in Bratislava.
  • In 2007, she earned her PhD in Macromolecular Chemistry at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava after completing her doctoral studies at the Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences.

Career

  • After completing her Master’s degree in 2000, she joined the Polymer Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences, where she began her long-term professional career alongside her doctoral studies. She remains a part of this institution, which has become her professional home.
  • She began her career as a young researcher but gradually discovered her main mission—to raise awareness of science and popularize research.
  • She has been actively involved in the preparation and organization of nearly all major national and international scientific events and conferences in the field of polymers.
  • In addition to her organizational work, she also manages websites and handles the graphic design of promotional materials, combining her expertise with a creative approach to science communication.