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• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• Magnetism
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Jan Dzian is a researcher at the Institute of Physics , Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic. He is actively engaged in experimental and theoretical studies of magnetic phenomena in van der Waals materials, particularly focusing on terahertz magnon dynamics and antiferromagnetic resonance. Affiliations: Charles University (Institute of Physics), LNCMI-EMFL (France), Academia Sinica (Taiwan), Polish Academy of Sciences (Poland) His research explores spin wave behavior in low-dimensional magnetic systems, with applications in terahertz technologies and magnonics. Recent work demonstrates tunability of magnon gaps in mixed van der Waals antiferromagnets through alloying strategies, leveraging magnetic anisotropy engineering. Key publication trends include collaborations across international institutions (France, Taiwan, Poland) and utilization of advanced spectroscopic techniques (terahertz, infrared) to investigate magnetic excitations. His studies employ both experimental measurements and theoretical models like coherent potential approximation. Primary Institutions: Charles University, LNCMI-EMFL, Academia Sinica Techniques: Terahertz spectroscopy, Infrared spectroscopy, Antiferromagnetic resonance Materials Focus: Van der Waals antiferromagnets (FePS3, NiPS3)

Pavel CejnarView profile

Professor

• Quantum Theory
• Quantum Chaos
• Quantum Phase Transitions
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Pavel Cejnar is a Professor at the Institute of Particle and Nuclear Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University in Prague. He has been a full professor since 2012, following his appointment as an associate professor in 2004 and assistant professor in 1995. His research focuses on quantum theory, particularly quantum phase transitions, quantum chaos, and nuclear structure models as laboratories for studying quantum phenomena. Cejnar received his Master's degree in nuclear physics from Charles University in 1988, his Ph.D. in 1995 with a thesis on "statistical modelling of nuclear processes," and his Doctor of Science (DSc.) in 2010. He has held research positions at several international institutions including the University of Fribourg, Yale University, Michigan State University, University of Stellenbosch, University of Cologne, and the European Center for Theoretical Studies in Nuclear Physics in Trento. His research interests span quantum chaos, quantum phase transitions, quantum entanglement, and quantum computing. He views nuclear-structure models as ideal laboratories for studying quantum effects. His work has significant implications for understanding fundamental quantum phenomena in many-body systems. Professor Cejnar's publications show a strong focus on excited-state quantum phase transitions, with numerous papers exploring the connections between quantum criticality, quantum dynamics, and many-body physics. His recent work has delved into quantum geometry, open quantum systems, and the application of quantum phase transitions to quantum information processing. Among his notable scientific contributions are the development of theoretical frameworks for understanding quantum phase transitions in nuclear models and their extensions to other quantum systems. His work bridges nuclear physics with broader quantum physics concepts. Cejnar has supervised numerous students at various levels, from bachelor's theses to PhD dissertations, with research topics centered around quantum phase transitions, quantum chaos, and quantum information. He is also actively involved in teaching quantum mechanics and related topics to both physics students and non-specialists. He has contributed significantly to science popularization, including co-authoring the book "Einstein again in Prague" and developing the "Physics as an Adventure of Knowledge" course, which introduces key concepts of modern physics to bachelor's students.

• Wildlife Ecology
• Spatial Ecology
• Animal Behavior
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Miloš Ježek is a Lecturer at the Department of Hunting and Forestry Zoology, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague. His research focuses on wildlife ecology, spatial behavior of mammals like wild boar and red deer, African swine fever (ASF) management, GPS telemetry, and human-wildlife interactions. He serves on the Dean's Board and Academic Senate of the Faculty of Law. Key research areas: Wildlife Ecology, Spatial Ecology, Disease Ecology, Human-Wildlife Conflict Management Recent publications (2024) analyze wild boar movement patterns in human-disturbed landscapes, GPS-assisted translocation experiments, and ASF transmission risks. Earlier studies (2021-2023) examine urban wildlife stress, telemetry methods, and behavioral responses to pandemics. Grant projects include TA0 2024-2026 on raccoon dog eradication and GA0 2024-2026 on European bison spatial behavior. Collaborative grants with MZE (2019-2023) and CIGA (2016-2017) address game management and agro-ecosystem impacts. Projects involve wildlife density mapping via specialized tools like the SOJKA app for carcass reporting and GPS collar development. His work informs policy for human-wildlife conflict mitigation and sustainable forestry practices.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Formal Verification
• Probabilistic Systems
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Jan Křetínský is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Informatics, Masaryk University. His research focuses on formal verification, probabilistic systems, and artificial intelligence. He leads projects funded by the European Union and Masaryk University, including initiatives on robust AI and controller synthesis. Key roles include membership in academic boards for theoretical computer science and doctoral supervision. Awards include the 2023–2028 MUNI Award in Science and Humanities. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in autonomous systems and safety-critical technologies. Education: Habilitation in Informatics (Masaryk University, 2019), PhD (Dr. rer. nat.) Projects: EU Horizon Europe grants (2025–2030), MUNI-funded research on verification and generative AI Labs/Teams: Live-Lab at FI MU Research emphasizes scalable verification techniques for probabilistic models, integration of neural and symbolic AI, and ethical AI frameworks. Current grants address explainability and robustness in generative AI systems.

Petr NavrátilView profile

Assistant Professor

• Control Systems
• Adaptive Control
• Recursive Estimation
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Institute of Process Management, Faculty of Applied Informatics at Tomas Bata University in Zlín. Petr Navrátil, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor whose work bridges theoretical and applied control systems research. He holds a Ph.D. from Tomas Bata University in Zlín (2007) and an M.Sc. from Brno University of Technology (2001). A three-month internship at the University of Applied Science Cologne (2003) enriched his expertise in process engineering and control systems. Petr's research spans adaptive control , recursive identification , Delta model , and MIMO systems . His publications (2003-2016) focus on real-time control of laboratory models, optosensor applications, and environmental factors in measurement accuracy. Collaborations with colleagues like Vladimir Bobál and Ján Ivanka highlight his team-based approach to solving complex control problems, including TITO and three-tank systems. His work with MATLAB/Simulink libraries for recursive algorithms and applications in commercial security (light/laser protection systems) underscores his commitment to practical, industry-relevant solutions. The Institute of Process Control at Tomas Bata University serves as his primary research environment, where he develops tools and frameworks for both educational and industrial applications.

• Philosophy
• Hermeneutics
• Mathematical Modeling
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Alice Kliková is a researcher at the Center for Phenomenological Research (a joint institution of the Faculty of Arts, Charles University and the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic) and teaches Introduction to Hermeneutics at the Faculty of Humanities, Charles University. With a dual background in Mathematics and Philosophy, she bridges computational science and hermeneutic theory. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University (2000) RNDr. (Doctor of Natural Sciences), Faculty of Music and Dramatic Arts, Charles University (2000) Master's in Integral Human Studies (Philosophical Anthropology focus), Faculty of Humanities, Charles University Mgr. in Mathematics, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University (1997) Doctoral studies in Philosophy under dual supervision at University of Paris X, Nanterre Her research integrates mathematical modeling of fluid dynamics with philosophical hermeneutics and phenomenology. Early work focused on adaptive methods for Euler/Navier-Stokes equations, while recent scholarship examines Czech science policy and civil society. This interdisciplinary approach reveals deep connections between computational precision and interpretive frameworks in understanding complex systems. Publications show a clear trajectory from technical computational mathematics (adaptive mesh refinement, error estimation) to philosophical-social critique (science policy, hermeneutics). The mathematical works emphasize numerical robustness in fluid dynamics, while later articles analyze societal structures through phenomenological lenses—demonstrating how methodological rigor transcends disciplinary boundaries. Scientific Awards: Josef Hlávka Prize (2000) 'Talent 97' recognition by Czech Education Minister (1998) European Commission scholarship for Young European Forum (1998) French government research scholarships (1998, 2000-2001) Multiple Dean's extraordinary scholarships (1997-1999) Kliková secured significant international funding including French government doctoral scholarships and CEFRES research grants. She co-organizes student debate forums on EU integration and Czech politics since 1999 and served as Impuls 99 spokesperson (2000). While no formal advisees are documented, her industry collaboration with BENZ HMB Czech since 1995 demonstrates applied research impact in paper industry control systems. As a core member of the Center for Phenomenological Research and the Student Club at the Center for Theoretical Studies, she bridges academic theory with civic engagement through regular seminars on hermeneutics, mathematical modeling, and methodology of human/natural sciences.

• Pharmaceutical technology
• Drug formulation development
• Bioavailability enhancement
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Prof. David Vetchý serves as Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. He is a Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Technology with extensive expertise in pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery systems. His leadership extends to multiple institutional committees including the Dean's College, Rector's Board, and Scientific Council of the Faculty of Pharmacy. Prof. Vetchý's research focuses on pharmaceutical technology, particularly in drug formulation development, bioavailability enhancement of poorly soluble drugs, and quality control of pharmaceutical products. His work encompasses solid dosage forms, self-emulsifying drug delivery systems, enteric coatings, and analytical methods for drug characterization. He has made significant contributions to understanding drug-polymer interactions, dissolution testing methodologies, and developing novel detection systems for chemical warfare agents. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent research activity with over 130 publications spanning more than a decade. Recent work shows a strong focus on bioequivalence studies, novel drug delivery systems, and pharmaceutical education. His collaborative research addresses both fundamental pharmaceutical science questions and practical drug development challenges across multiple therapeutic areas. Dean's College, Faculty of Pharmacy Rector's Board, Masaryk University Industry Council for Safety and quality of medicines Extended Rector's Board, Masaryk University HR Award Steering Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy Scientific Council, Faculty of Pharmacy and Central European Institute of Technology Prof. Vetchý actively supervises students and has contributed significantly to pharmaceutical education at Masaryk University. His research has practical applications in drug development and quality control, with several patented technologies related to drug delivery systems and detection methods. His work spans from fundamental pharmaceutical science to translational research with clinical applications in areas including asthma treatment, addiction therapy, and chemical detection systems.

• Educational Leadership
• School Management
• Pedagogy
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Milan Pol is a Professor at the Institute of Educational Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. He holds the academic titles PhDr. and CSc., with office C/C.411 at Arna Nováka 1 and contact email pol@phil.muni.cz. He actively serves on the Scientific Council Commission of the Faculty of Arts and the Industry Council for Educational Sciences, Pedagogy, School Pedagogy, and Social Education. His research focuses on educational leadership, school management, and pedagogy, examining collegiality in schools, teacher wellbeing, and leadership impacts on school culture. He investigates inclusive education, trust/control dynamics in educational processes, and systemic school transformations. With over 390 publications, his work bridges theoretical frameworks and practical applications in educational settings across Europe. Recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate consistent emphasis on collegial support systems, educational policy responsiveness to global challenges, and inclusion implementation barriers. His international projects like the European Education Area interim evaluation and ENIRDELM network outputs reveal growing attention to pandemic impacts on educational inequality, digitalization risks, and trust erosion in school systems. No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals were documented in the source materials. As a thesis supervisor, Pol guided research on Russian parents' relationships with Czech schools (2020), entrepreneurship education (2016), high school diploma transformations (2009), teacher identity construction (2009), principal case studies (2008), and school culture (2007). He consulted on institutional-social environment relationships (2012). Specific grant funding details were not disclosed in available records. He collaborates extensively through the ENIRDELM network with researchers including Bohumíra Lazarová, Eoghan Gallagher, and international partners across 15+ European nations. His current work centers on developing practical frameworks for school leadership collegiality and wellbeing-focused management approaches.

• Numerical methods for partial differential equations
• Discontinuous Galerkin method
• Mesh adaptation
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Vit Dolejsi is a Professor at the Department of Numerical Mathematics , Faculty of Mathematics and Physics , Charles University in Prague . He holds a PhD in Mathematical Modeling and Mechanics from Charles University and Universite Mediterranee. His research focuses on Numerical methods for partial differential equations with applications in Fluid dynamics , particularly using Discontinuous Galerkin methods and Anisotropic mesh adaptation . Phone: [+420] 95155 3373 Email: vit.dolejsi@matfyz.cuni.cz Office: Sokolovska 83, 186 75 Praha 8 - Karlin, Czech Republic Research Interests : Numerical methods for nonlinear PDEs High-order adaptive DG schemes Error estimation and adaptivity Compressible and incompressible flow simulations Applications in porous media and atmospheric modeling Algebraic and discretization error control Publications & Contributions : Authored monographs on Anisotropic hp-Mesh Adaptation (2022) and Discontinuous Galerkin Method (2015) Published 15+ journal papers (2015-2025) on DG methods, mesh adaptation, and error analysis Developed freely available CFD software implementations Contributed to hp-adaptive algorithms and space-time DG for nonlinear problems

• Augmented Reality
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
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Vítězslav Beran is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Graphics and Multimedia (DCGM) within Brno University of Technology . His research focuses on Augmented Reality , Robotics , and Computer Vision . Role: Vice-dean for Marketing and External Relations Contact: beranv@fit.vut.cz, vicedean-foreign@fit.vut.cz Research interests include: Augmented Reality Applications Human-robot Interaction Image and Video Processing 3D User Interfaces His recent publications (2019-2024) explore: End-User Robot Programming Reachability Solutions in Industrial AR Drone Control Systems 3D Interaction Techniques Projects span both academic research and practical applications in: Embedded Systems Computer Vision Algorithms Collaborative Workspace Design Patents include: 2015: Multifunctional Camera System 2012: Data Distribution Method Teaching activities: Image Processing Computer Graphics User Interface Programming Advanced Computer Vision

Erik DernerView profile

Researcher

• Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence
• Large Language Models
• Robotics
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Erik Derner is an ELLIS Postdoctoral Researcher at the ELLIS Unit Alicante, focusing on human-centric AI and ethical LLMs. He collaborates with Prof. Robert Babuška's Machine Learning team at the Czech Institute of Informatics, Robotics, and Cybernetics (CIIRC) and contributes to the VIVES project under the PERTE of New Language Economy. His work addresses biases in LLMs, AI safety, and security, while also exploring symbolic regression for robotics and reinforcement learning. Education: Ph.D. in Robotics and Machine Learning (2022) from Czech Technical University in Prague, with B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Open Informatics. Erik's research spans human-centric AI , large language models , robotics , computer vision , and reinforcement learning . He emphasizes ethical and secure AI development, particularly for underrepresented languages. His work integrates symbolic regression with neural networks to create interpretable and efficient models for robotics. Recent publications highlight his focus on LLM security , gender bias analysis , and symbolic regression for dynamic systems. Notable trends include ethical AI, multimodal red-teaming, and physics-informed modeling. Scientific Awards: Werner von Siemens Award (2023) for his Ph.D. thesis. CTU FEE Dean's Award (2023) for a prestigious dissertation. Erik supervises student projects in robotics, AI ethics, and LLM security, including internships and theses on topics like mental health risks, toxicity evaluation, and real-time assistance for the visually impaired.

• Adaptive Software Architectures
• Smart Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Tomáš Bureš is a Professor at the Department of Distributed and Dependable Systems , Faculty of Mathematics and Physics , Charles University . His work focuses on adaptive software architectures for smart cyber-physical systems (CPS) and IoT, leveraging machine learning (neural networks) for self-adaptation, edge-cloud systems, and model-driven development. Research Groups: Leader of the SmartArch research group. Projects: Involved in ExtremeXP , ESTABLISH , AFarCloud , FitOptiVis , Trust 4.0 , ASCENS , RELATE ITN , Q-ImPrESS . Publications span topics like performance regression testing, ML workflow optimization, confidentiality analysis under uncertainty, and edge-cloud continuum modeling. Key subfields include self-adaptive architectures, adaptation rules, component ensembles, and statistical methods in software engineering. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., DEECo, SOFA) with practical tools (e.g., ExpEngine, Robin) for CPS and cloud applications. Co-Authors include P. Hnětynka, M. Abdullah, R. Heinrich, and others. Publications appear in venues like IEEE Transactions on Autonomic Computing , ACM/SPEC ICPE , and ECSA Workshops .

• Semiconductor Physics
• Magnetism
• Spintronics
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Jakub Zázvorka is a researcher at the Institute of Physics, Charles University , focusing on semiconductor physics and magnetism. His work bridges materials science with spintronics and optoelectronics, particularly in CdTe-based materials and magnetic skyrmions. Current projects: Magneto-Optical Sensor Development , Spintronic Applications of Antiferromagnetic Structures Teaching: Electron Transport in Quantum Systems , Introductory Optics Seminar His research explores chiral magnetic structures for spintronic devices and semiconductor defects in radiation detectors. Recent publications analyze skyrmion dynamics and optical/magneto-optical properties of advanced materials. Grants: GACR 23-06691S : Sensor development using magneto-optical diffraction PRIMUS/20/SCI/018 : Antiferromagnetic multilayers for spintronics

• Urban Sociology
• Rural Sociology
• Cultural Sociology
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Pavel Pospěch serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic, with additional part-time cooperation at the RE:CENT Center for Medieval Visual Cultures and Research Communication (Faculty of Arts). His research spans urban-rural dynamics, cultural sociology, and public space theory. Academic background: Habilitation (2019), Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University PhD (2012), Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University Mgr (2007), Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University His research examines incivility in urban environments, post-communist rural transformation, and gendered spatial experiences. Key interests include shopping mall sociology, privatization of public spaces, and cultural approaches to rural studies. His work bridges Erving Goffman's interaction order theory with contemporary spatial conflicts, particularly in Central European contexts where historical legacies shape modern public behavior. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals persistent focus on commercialized public spaces (especially shopping malls), incivility discourses, and rural-urban polarization. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary reach across sociology, geography, and cultural studies, with strong empirical grounding in Czech contexts while engaging global theoretical frameworks. The publications show evolution from early rural sociology toward nuanced urban space analysis with growing attention to gender and historical memory. Scientific recognition: Fulbright Commission Scholarship (2017, Yale University) Austrian Government Scholarship (2013-2014, Vienna) As active doctoral supervisor, he currently guides research on digital finance cultural imaginaries and ADHD neurodiversity. His project leadership includes Czech Science Foundation grants on urban incivility (2014-2017) and cultural sociology of social polarization (2022-2024), plus Masaryk University crisis-society projects. He maintains significant institutional service on sociology doctoral boards and cultural studies committees. His research network spans Yale University, University of Vienna, and Sarajevo University collaborations, with current integration into Masaryk University's crisis-society research cluster examining digital reorganization of social practices and anthropocene violence.

• Ethnology
• Oral History
• Contemporary History
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Oto Polouček is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of European Ethnology, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. Born in 1990 in Brno, he has established himself as a prominent researcher specializing in ethnological studies of the Moravian countryside during late socialism and the post-socialist transformation period. Ph.D. in Ethnology, Masaryk University (2019) Mgr. in Ethnology, Masaryk University (2015) Mgr. in Oral History, Charles University in Prague (2015) Bc. in Ethnology, Masaryk University (2012) Dr. Polouček's research focuses on socio-cultural changes in Czech society during the second half of the 20th century, particularly examining forms of association and social life in the Moravian countryside. His work extensively utilizes oral history methodology to explore the period of so-called normalization and the post-socialist transformation. His research bridges ethnology, contemporary history, and rural studies, with particular attention to how communities maintained social structures under socialist regimes and adapted during political transitions. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the intersection of rural life, socialist policies, and cultural continuity. The articles reveal a methodological strength in combining ethnographic fieldwork with historical analysis, particularly through oral history interviews. His research spans multiple disciplines including ethnology, educational history, political history, and cultural studies, with particular emphasis on the Czechoslovak context during the late socialist period and its aftermath. Czech Ethnographic Society Award for 2020 (publication category) for the book Grandmothers on Big Beat: Social Life in the Moravian Countryside of Late Socialism 2nd place in the Czech Oral History Association competition for best student thesis (2015) As an educator, Dr. Polouček supervises final theses in ethnology and teaches courses including Analysis and Processing of Qualitative Data, The Socialist Period from an Ethnological Perspective, Interdisciplinary Study of the Contemporary Countryside, and Field Research I and II. His academic activities extend to international collaborations, with teaching stays at the University of Latvia (2024) and research stays at universities in Poland, Slovakia, and Lithuania. He serves as an editor for the Ethnographic Journal and is an active member of professional organizations including the Czech Ethnographic Society, Czech Oral History Association, and SIEF.