The almond orchards in Hustopeče are unique in Europe, but similar to grapevines, the wood of stone fruits, which include almonds, can be attacked by pathogenic fungi. Trees can be protected by following proper agrotechnical practices, especially by…
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The scientific team at the Faculty of Horticulture is working to protect the…
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The Academic Senate elected Martin Klimánek as the new rector
3. 11. 2025Today, the Academic Senate elected Martin Klimánek, the current Vice-Rector for Strategy, Sustainability, and Special-Purpose Activities, as the new Rector of Mendel University in Brno. He will replace Jan Mareš at the helm of the university on… -
Plant growth is significantly influenced by volatile substances produced by…
31. 10. 2025This groundbreaking discovery was made by scientists from Mendel University in Brno and their colleagues from the University of Cologne. The scientific team focused on the role of volatile organic compounds, which serve as signaling molecules… -
Older people struggle with digital skills in the labor market
20. 10. 2025The aging population in the labor market has the greatest deficiencies in digital skills, such as working with office software or cybersecurity. The differences in digital skills between younger and older workers in Czechia are greater than the… -
MENDELU launches free online courses focused on innovation and precision…
14. 10. 2025Mendel University in Brno is launching two new free online courses that combine science with business practice and offer participants the opportunity to learn the basics of innovation and precision medicine. They develop practical skills that can be… -
Feed additives contribute to long-term sustainability in fish farming
30. 9. 2025Nutrition is one of the key factors for successful and sustainable fish farming. Modern aquaculture currently faces challenges related to growing demand for high-quality fish products, the need to reduce the ecological footprint of production, and… -
The botanical garden will significantly improve water management
30. 9. 2025The Botanical Garden and Arboretum of Mendel University in Brno (BZA MENDELU) is currently irrigated from two water mains. As the existing sources are insufficient, the BZA plans to construct a deep borehole that will serve as a permanent source of… -
Automated stores could be the future of shopping in small villages
16. 9. 2025There are fewer and fewer shops in small villages in Czechia with a population of several hundred. They are being pushed out mainly by supermarkets opening in nearby larger towns, but rising costs are also a problem. Traditional shops in small… -
Final Conference of the WATERLINE Project: A Digital Future for Water Education
10. 9. 2025The final conference of the international project WATERLINE, funded by the Horizon Europe programme took place at Hotel Passage in Brno. The hybrid-format event attracted a total of 119 participants, including 32 in-person attendees from Malta,…