World Copernican Congress

The World Copernican Congress is the culmination of the celebrations marking the 550th anniversary of the birth of Nicolaus Copernicus. Several hundred scholars from the whole world took part in the proceedings. During the Congress, the governing bodies of the Academy were established and the first Copernican Awards were presented. The Congress was held in Toruń from 19 to 21 February 2023.

Astronomy Panel

The panel includes 63 participants, representing astronomical research centers from 17 countries around the world. Among which were 5 astronomy and astrophysics Nobel Laureates in The largest group of astronomy representatives came from scientists working in the USA, followed by those from Poland, Germany, the UK, France, and Canada.

Other Panels of the 1st World Copernican Congress

7 discussion panels covering law, medicine, philosophy and theology, and economics. A total of 28 scholars and 8 Presidents of European Central Banks from 12 countries participated. The largest representation came from scholars and experts working in Poland, Italy, the USA, Switzerland, and Lithuania, respectively.

About the Nicolaus Copernicus Academy

The Nicolaus Copernicus Academy is a new type of institution in Polish scientific system. It was established by the Act of 28 April 2022. The idea of its establishment was born in connection with the celebration of the 550th anniversary of the birth of Nicolaus Copernicus, one of the greatest Polish scientists of all time.
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Chamber of Astronomy and Mathematical & Natural Sciences

1. Prof. Wacław Gudowski (Poland)
2. Prof. Leszek Roszkowski (Poland)
3. Prof. Marek Sarna (Poland)
4. Prof. Marian Szymczak (Poland)
5. Prof. Andrzej Udalski (Poland)
6. Prof. George Efstathiou (United Kingdom)
7. Prof. Masashi Hazumi (Japan)
8. Prof. Didier P. Queloz (Switzerland)
9. Prof. Gianfranco De Zotti (Italy)
10. Prof. Barry C. Barish (USA)
11. Prof. P. James E. Peebles (USA)

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Chamber of Medical Sciences

  1. Prof. Adam Dziki, MD, PhD (Poland)
  2. Lt. Gen. Prof. Grzegorz Gielerak, MD, PhD (Poland)
  3. Prof. Ewa Marcinowska-Suchowierska, MD, PhD (Poland)
  4. Assoc. Prof. Leszek Markuszewski, PhD (Poland)
  5. Prof. Andrzej Rynkiewicz, MD, PhD (Poland)
  6. Prof. Mariano Bizzarri, MD, PhD (Italy)
  7. Prof. Hans Joachim Meyer, MD, Dr h.c. (Germany)
  8. Prof. Adam T. Stys, MD (USA)
  9. Prof. Huey-Jen Su, MD (Taiwan)
  10. Prof. Mansur Rahnama-Hezavah, PhD, Dr h.c. (Iran)
  11. Prof. David Wayne McFadden, MD (USA)
  12. Prof. Dame Anna F. Dominiczak, DBE, OBE, MD, FRCP, FAHA, FRSE, FMedSci (United Kingdom)
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Chamber of Economics and Management

  1. Assoc. Prof. Mariusz Andrzejewski, DSc, Eng. (Poland)
  2. Assoc. Prof. Sławomir Gawroński, DSc (Poland)
  3. Assoc. Prof. Marta Kightley, DSc (Poland)
  4. Assoc. Prof. Zbigniew Krysiak, DSc (Poland)
  5. Prof. Leon Podkaminer, PhD (Poland)
  6. Prof. Adam Glapiński, PhD (Poland)
  7. Prof. Dariusz Tworzydło, PhD (Poland)
  8. Prof. Pablo De Cos (Spain)
  9. Prof. Robert Holzmann (Austria)
  10. Prof. Harold James (USA)
  11. Prof. Thomas J. Jordan (Switzerland)

Chamber of Philosophy and Theology

  1. Dr Tory K. Baucum (USA)
  2. Prof. Nigel J. Biggar, Baron Biggar (United Kingdom)
  3. Rev. Dr Bernardo Estrada (Colombia)
  4. Cardinal Prof. Gerhard Müller, PhD (Germany)
  5. Rev. Prof. Paweł Bortkiewicz, PhD (Poland)
  6. Dr Wawrzyniec Marek Rymkiewicz (Poland)
  7. Fr. Prof. Marcin Tkaczyk, PhD (Poland)
  8. Rev. Prof. Ireneusz Werbiński, PhD (Poland)
  9. Prof. Piotr A. Wilczek, PhD (Poland)

Chamber of Legal Sciences

  1. Prof. Elżbieta Karska, PhD (Poland)
  2. Prof. Anna Łabno, PhD (Poland)
  3. Dr Conor Casey (United Kingdom)
  4. Prof. Fabrizio Giulimondi, PhD (Italy)
  5. Dr Marius S. Ostrowski (United Kingdom)
  6. Prof. Adrian Vermeule (USA)
  7. Manuele Vescovi (Italy)
  8. Assoc. Prof. Krzysztof Szczucki, PhD (Poland)
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More About Nicolaus Copernicus

In the history of scientific progress, as in the history of humanity, it’s hard to find a steady, predictable pattern of events. Despite many consistent and repeated efforts, its often revolution, chance, bold ideas, or sudden insight that have led to the greatest breakthroughs in the world. Behind each of these moments are specific scientists driven by passion and determination to challenge what is commonly accepted as certain. One of the most significant discoveries that forever changed science was the Copernican Revolution. It’s impossible to list all the consequences and impacts of Nicolaus Copernicus’ discoveries in fields of astronomy, physics, geography, economics, politics, and many others.
Building on the wealth of achievements of Poland’s most outstanding scientist, the National Copernicus Program will be launched to mark the 550th anniversary of his birth.
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Nicolaus Copernicus Academy Publishing House

The Nicolaus Copernicus Academy Publishing House handles the publishing process of scientific and popular science monographs, periodicals and documentary-informational publications from all fields of knowledge covered by the activities of the Nicolaus Copernicus Academy, as well as occasional publications.
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