Worldwide Women’s Association Recognizes Izabela Staniszewska, Ph.D.

Dr. Izabela Staniszewska: Advancing Quality and Sustainability in the Cosmetic Ingredient Industry

Dr. Izabela Staniszewska is a distinguished chemist and sustainability advocate whose career spans continents, industries, and disciplines. With a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and a master’s in Environmental Protection from the University of Gdansk, Poland—where she was honored in 2024 for the best Ph.D. thesis in the Department of Chemistry—Dr. Staniszewska has consistently demonstrated excellence in both scientific research and corporate leadership.

Her postdoctoral work at Temple University’s Center for Neurovirology and Cancer Biology in the U.S. explored the role of snake venom-derived integrins in cancer cell signaling, contributing to several peer-reviewed publications on integrin-targeted therapies and cancer metastasis.

Today, Dr. Staniszewska serves as Director of Quality and Corporate Social Responsibility in the cosmetic ingredient industry, where she leads a robust Quality Assurance Program and drives sustainability initiatives that are reshaping industry standards. Her leadership has resulted in:

• ISO 9001:2015 certification, reinforcing operational excellence
• RSPO and ISCC Plus certifications, embedding verified sustainability into business practices
• Platinum EcoVadis Medal, placing her company in the top 1% globally for sustainability performance

Dr. Staniszewska is a recognized thought leader, frequently featured in industry forums such as Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW), NYSCC (New York Society for Cosmetic Chemists), and Personal Care Magazine. Her expertise bridges science and strategy, making her a sought-after voice in discussions on sustainable innovation.

Her scientific contributions include research on cancer biology and plant metabolite elicitation, with notable publications such as:

• Elicitation of secondary metabolites in in vitro cultures of Ammi majus; Enzyme and Microbial Technology, 33 (5): 565-568 (2003)
• Integrin α9β1 is a receptor for nerve growth factor and other neurotrophins; Journal of Cell Science, 121 (4): 504-513 (2008)
• Effect of VP12 and viperistatin on inhibition of collagen receptors in melanoma metastasis; Cancer Biology & Therapy, 8 (15): 1507-1516 (2009)
• Interaction of α9β1 Integrin with Thrompbospoikndin-1 Promotes Angiogenesis; Circulation Research, 100 (9): 1308-1316 (2007)
• Biosolvents to address environmental needs, Personal Care Magazine, October 2023: 89-91.

As a member of the Worldwide Women Association, Dr. Staniszewska continues to inspire and lead with precision, passion, and purpose—advancing quality systems, sustainability, and scientific innovation in personal care.