On 30 June 2026, government officials and academia representatives gathered at a conference to celebrate the introduction of electronic diplomas in the mObywatel application. This achievement marked to the digital transformation of higher education in Poland. During the conference, Marek Michajłowicz, Deputy Head of OPI PIB, outlined the key benefits of digital diplomas for graduates, higher education institutions (HEIs) and employers.
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GENDERACTIONplus2027: OPI PIB continues its involvement in the EU project for gender equality in research and innovation
The GENDERACTIONplus2027 project launched officially on 1 June 2026 as an international initiative funded under the Horizon Europe programme and designed to strengthen gender equality and develop coherent policies within the European Research Area (ERA).
From paper to application: a closing conference for the e‑Diplomas project
Held on 19 June 2026 at the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education, the ‘From Paper to Application’ conference marked the conclusion of the ‘eDiplomas: the Polish National Repository of Electronic Diplomas’ project. The event gathered representatives from higher education institutions (HEIs), public administration, and partner organisations—key contributors to the digital transformation of higher education in Poland.
Dropout at higher education institutions in Poland – take part in our qualitative study
The National Information Processing Institute (OPI PIB) is launching the next stage of the nationwide ‘Dropout at higher education institutions in Poland’ study. The project is conducted on behalf of the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education (MNiSW). It seeks to provide an in-depth understanding of the scale and underlying causes of early dropout in Poland and to analyse educational and professional circumstances of those who discontinued their studies. The study also considers the experiences of international students and the changes in this area in recent years.
PraktykON: OPI PIB and the University of Warsaw join forces to empower students
On 28 April 2026 in Warsaw, a collaboration agreement was signed between the National Information Processing Institute (OPI PIB) and the University of Warsaw (UW). The agreement concerns the implementation of the PraktykON thesis programme, which combines the academic potential of the university with the research and technological expertise of the institute. The document was signed by Dr Jarosław Protasiewicz, Head of the National Information Processing Institute, and Prof. Dariusz Kuźmina, Dean of the Faculty of Journalism, Information and Book Studies at the University of Warsaw.
Happy Easter!
With Maundy Thursday marking the beginning of the Paschal Triduum, we enter a period of hope, and spiritual renewal. Many of us will spend it in the company of loved ones, taking time to pause and reflect.
Development of a cutting-edge quantum infrastructure between Poland, Germany, and Czechia
The QKD Network Germany–Poland–Czechia project was launched in March 2026, aiming to create a secure, attack resilient quantum communication infrastructure (QCI) connecting three countries in our region. The project aims to create the first large-scale international network of its kind in Central Europe to employ Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), a method of generating and sharing cryptographic keys that remains secure even in the face of future quantum computing threats.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
We wish you a Christmas of joy, peace, and beauty. May it bring you serenity, rest, and spiritual renewal.
What does the future hold for dropouts? The latest ELA data is here
Student dropout, or resigning from studies before graduation, is a widespread phenomenon in Poland and globally. Universities have been working for years to reduce dropout rates with support from the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education. On behalf of the Ministry, experts from the National Information Processing Institute (OPI PIB) have released the latest autumn edition of the Polish Graduate Tracking System (ELA), presenting data on the mobility and professional activity of dropouts across all Polish provinces. The data clearly demonstrates that failing to complete a degree leads to economic setbacks.
Digital Transformation Leaders Award for the PLLuM project
PLLuM receives the ‘Nationwide Solution’ award at the Digital Transformation Leaders Gala.