1. Science as the Foundation of Collegium Medicum
Collegium Medicum of Jan Kochanowski University in Kielce is a dynamically developing academic institution where scientific activity represents one of the key pillars of its development strategy. As an institution integrating education, clinical practice, and research, it places particular emphasis on conducting high-value cognitive and translational research, with outcomes that directly contribute to the improvement of public health.
The primary research focus of Collegium Medicum includes both civilization-related diseases and health problems specific to particular population groups. The institution implements interdisciplinary projects that combine knowledge from clinical, basic, social, and technical sciences. It effectively integrates modern research technologies, including bioinformatics, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.
Evidence of the high quality of research includes not only the number of publications and their citations, but also the growing number of nationally and internationally funded research projects, as well as increasing co-authorship with leading research centers in Poland and abroad.
2. Facts and Figures
Between 2019 and 2024, Collegium Medicum staff published over 1,800 scientific papers, many of which appeared in high-impact international journals indexed in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR).
Key indicators:
- Total publications: over 1,800
- Publications with Impact Factor: over 700
- Cumulative Impact Factor: over 1,100
- MEiN-scored publications (2021): over 1,300
- Publications in English: approx. 65%
- Average IF per publication: approx. 1.57
Analysis of publication trends reveals a clear increase in highly cited papers and a steady rise in international co-authorship. A significant portion of research has been published in Q1 and Q2 journals, and there is a growing preference for publishing in English, which boosts the global visibility of the unit’s scientific output.
3. Key Research Domains Defining Our Scientific Identity
An analysis of publication output over the past five years identified ten key research areas at Collegium Medicum. These fields are represented by numerous research teams and define the specialization of the institution:
- Clinical and Interventional Cardiology
- Publications: ~230 | IF: ~280
- Scope: atrial fibrillation, PCI, heart failure, STEMI, registry data analysis
- Journals: Folia Cardiologica, Polish Heart Journal, International Journal of Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases and COVID-19
- Publications: ~150 | IF: ~190
- Scope: course and complications of COVID-19, hospitalizations, vaccination, public health
- Journals: IJERPH, Medical Studies, Vaccines
- Oncology
- Publications: ~80 | IF: ~130
- Scope: molecular diagnostics, biomarkers, treatment efficacy, cancer prevention
- Journals: Cancers, Oncotarget, Reports of Practical Oncology and Radiotherapy
- Public Health and Epidemiology
- Publications: ~260 | IF: ~200
- Scope: lifestyle, quality of life, risk factors, health inequalities
- Journals: Medical Studies, Health and Sport, BMC Public Health
- Endocrinology and Immunology
- Publications: ~60 | IF: ~90
- Scope: thyroid orbitopathy, glucocorticoid therapy, cytokines, PD-1, autoimmune diseases
- Journals: Endokrynologia Polska, Cytokine, Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM)
- Neurology and Stroke
- Publications: ~70 | IF: ~100
- Scope: ischemic stroke, risk factors, neurorehabilitation, neuroimaging
- Journals: Acta Neurologica Scandinavica, Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases
- Pediatrics and Child Development
- Publications: ~90 | IF: ~120
- Scope: psychomotor development, vaccinations, pediatric infections, neurodevelopment
- Journals: Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology, Children, Vaccines
- Physiotherapy and Biomechanics
- Publications: ~140 | IF: ~110
- Scope: posturology, scoliosis, neurophysiology, sensory integration, gait
- Journals: Fizjoterapia Polska, Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
- Surgery and Anesthesiology
- Publications: ~50 | IF: ~70
- Scope: abdominal surgery, cardiac arrest, cerebral perfusion, intensive care anesthesia
- Journals: Anaesthesiology Intensive Therapy, Surgical Endoscopy
- Lifestyle Medicine and Physical Activity
- Publications: ~130 | IF: ~95
- Scope: physical activity, aging, health interventions, obesity
- Journals: Health and Sport, Journal of Physical Activity and Health
4. Citations and Research Reach
The steadily increasing number of citations confirms that publications from Collegium Medicum are gaining growing recognition in the international scientific community. The most frequently cited areas include cardiology, public health, physiotherapy, and infectious diseases. Many papers have surpassed the thresholds of 10 or 50 citations, and some exceed 100 citations, especially those published in Q1 journals.
The unit's research is widely cited in the global scientific literature by teams from Western Europe, the USA, Canada, Scandinavian countries, and the MENA region.
5. Strategic Research Development Priorities
Collegium Medicum continues to invest heavily in expanding its research capacity, with a focus on:
- Expanding specialized laboratories and research infrastructure
- Supporting early-career researchers and doctoral schools
- Increasing participation in international and multicenter projects
- Publishing in high-impact journals (Q1/Q2)
- Applying data analytics and AI tools in medicine
- Increasing citation rates and enhancing methodological quality
Collegium Medicum of Jan Kochanowski University in Kielce is a modern and recognized scientific institution with an interdisciplinary profile. The number and quality of publications, thematic diversity, increasing citation impact, and presence in prestigious journals confirm its strong research standing.
The scientific team at Collegium Medicum possesses the experience, competencies, and resources necessary to carry out advanced research projects at both national and international levels. The institution remains open to collaboration with academic, clinical, and industrial partners, offering both scientific expertise and infrastructure to support the creation of innovative health solutions.