Civilization diseases
Ordering and defining the very concept of a civilization disease.
ITPCC — ISPLD
Wrocław · since 2026 · interdisciplinary
Interdisciplinary Society for the Prevention of Civilization Diseases
Welcome to ITPCC – a dynamic association of experts whose mission is to combat civilization diseases through interdisciplinary collaboration, analysis and reflection on knowledge gathered by various fields of science, and harnessing the potential of new technologies, innovative research, and effective strategies for health promotion, prophylaxis, and prevention.
Working definition
Civilization diseases — are a heterogeneous, dynamically changing group of disorders with a common denominator: a similar etiological context — conditions whose onset is shaped by health-adverse environmental factors arising from specific civilizational processes.
The definition is at once very broad and decidedly non-obvious — today more a set of questions than ready answers. Sharpening it is one of our first tasks.
Peer-reviewed publication
Systematic Reviews · Springer Nature
Mapping the evidence on lifestyle diseases: protocol for a systematic scoping review
Open access · Study protocol · 14 May 2026
A systematic scoping review protocol mapping the scientific evidence on lifestyle diseases. Co-authored by members of the Society, published open access.
Authors: Marcin Golec, Hanna Mycka, Tomasz Wieczorek, Marek Tomaszewski, Julia Suchcicka, Cezary Dmowski et al.
Read the article DOI: 10.1186/s13643-026-03196-9
01 — About
Who we are
Based in Wrocław. Active across Poland and beyond.
We are the Interdisciplinary Society for the Prevention of Lifestyle Diseases (ITPCC / ISPLD). Our headquarters are located in Wrocław. We operate actively throughout Poland and beyond its borders.
Our mission is to combat civilization diseases, also known as lifestyle diseases. We aim to effectively prevent these conditions and their negative consequences. We combine the knowledge and experience of experts from various fields to achieve this goal.
We support scientific research that helps understand the causes of civilization diseases. We are particularly interested in the impact of stress, new technologies, and working conditions on human health. We share our acquired knowledge and develop new prevention methods.
Organisation
People
The Society is made of people from very different backgrounds. Here are the first profiles — more, together with the governance and Scientific & Expert Council, will follow soon.
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Cezary Dmowski
CTO/AI · co-owner of ITSG Global
Over 30 years in technology, today in AI adoption. Creator of the Cortex platform; a graduate of MIT Sloan / CSAIL (AI). Studies the human–technology boundary and the "hygiene" of AI use (OnTilt) — directly tied to cyber-conditions.
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Dr hab. n. med. Marcin Golec
Physician & medical informatician
Over 20 years of interdisciplinary research (Pasteur Institute, Medical University of Vienna, Jagiellonian University). Since 2021 a visiting researcher at the Heidelberg Institute of Global Health. Co-author of 40+ papers and a patent; health economics (LSE), biomedical informatics (Stanford).
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Robert Jojczyk
Customer experience & sales processes
A customer-experience and B2B/B2C sales-process specialist; since 2025 at Google in Dublin. Brings a perspective of communication, business and everyday patterns — with an interest in wellbeing, habits and coping with stress.
Full bio IR
Izabela Rosińska
Programmer · computer science in medicine
A programmer and a graduate of Applied Computer Science at the Wrocław University of Science and Technology. Her master's thesis developed a hybrid method for detecting cancer biomarkers based on omics data. Works in the eDiscovery industry; in her free time she pursues quantum computing.
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Paweł Barczyk
Systems engineer · VR & language technology
A graduate of Applied Computer Science at the Wrocław University of Science and Technology (Information Systems Design), awarded second place for best graduate of the Faculty in 2023. Develops infrastructure and system integration for NLP and large language models at the CLARIN-PL consortium. His degree projects examined how VR and gamification can encourage physical activity.
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Hanna Mycka
Medical student · cardiology
A sixth-year medical student at the Medical University of Gdańsk, with research interests focused primarily on cardiology. First author of a scoping review on the incidental detection of a single coronary artery. A laureate of the Innovation and Invention Olympiad.
Full bioBoard · Audit Committee · Scientific & Expert Council — being formed
02 — Goals
Our goals and activities
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directions of action
We have clearly defined goals. We strive for better understanding and effective prevention of civilization diseases. Here are our main areas of activity:
- We create a forum for exchanging knowledge about civilization diseases.
- We research the connections between lifestyle, stress, technology, and health.
- We analyze the causes of diseases in digital environments and workplaces.
- We develop effective disease prevention methods.
- We educate the public about healthy habits.
- We help organizations create healthier work environments.
- We develop modern standards for health promotion, prophylaxis, prevention, and treatment.
- We share research findings with experts and the public.
- We organize conferences, seminars, and scientific training.
- We collaborate with national and international institutions.
- We maintain the highest ethical and professional standards.
03 — Areas
Areas
Areas for initial reflection, research, definition and action. The Society organises its thinking and activity around them.
Processes & diseases
New civilizational phenomena and new civilization diseases — also in a historical dimension.
Dynamic interactions
The human, health and disease against modifications of the technological, social and cultural environment.
Technological environment
The impact of technology as a risk factor for civilization diseases.
Digital environments
The specifics of exposure to digital environments and the cyber-conditions arising from it.
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Flagship area
AI & civilization diseases
AI as a determinant of a multi-level technological, social and cultural revolution — at once a risk factor for new civilization diseases and a key tool for their prevention and treatment.
04 — Activities
Activities
We combine rigorous research, more relaxed educational work and the building of a network of relationships.
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Study groups
Reflection
Shared reflection on selected areas.
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Research projects
Research
Rigorous research — some of it already underway.
Incidental Detection of Single Coronary Artery — Scoping Review in progress
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Educational projects
Education
Popular-science content, articles, podcasts.
in preparation
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Integration networks
Networks
Areas and opportunities to integrate the community.
in preparation
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Partners
Partners
Cooperation with science and business partners.
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05 — Contact
Contact & Statute
Have questions? Want to learn more about our activities? Below you will find basic information and answers to frequently asked questions.
1. Where is the Society located?
Our office is located in Wrocław. However, we operate throughout Poland and collaborate internationally.
2. What does ITPCC mainly do?
We focus on preventing civilization diseases through research, education, and creating prevention standards. We combine knowledge from various fields of science and practice.
3. Is research collaboration possible?
Yes, we are open to collaboration on scientific and research projects. Please contact us to discuss potential initiatives.
4. Where can I find the Society’s statute?
The full text of the statute, describing our goals, structure, and operating principles, is available for download in PDF format.
Contact details
- Wrocław, Poland
- email address coming soon