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Microalgae could be used in space for the production of biofuel, water…
18. 1. 2023The effects of cosmic radiation and UV radiation on the survival and growth of microalgae are being investigated by scientists from the Faculty of Agriculture of the Mendel University in Brno. Last year, experts sent a probe into the stratosphere… -
MENDELU scientists participate in the protection of the French Nature Park…
9. 1. 2023At the French archaeological excavation site of Bibracte, scientists from the Institute of Geology and Pedology of LDF MENDELU participate in European research. Their goal is to propose suitable measures for the protection and adaptation of the… -
MENDELU participates in an international project to support sustainability
11. 12. 2022Mendel University in Brno has become part of the BIOEAST international initiative, which brings together institutions from Central and Eastern Europe. Its goal is the support of environmental sustainability, new jobs, especially in rural regions,… -
Scientists from all over the world gathered in Brno to celebrate Mendel
20. 7. 2022Today we commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of one of history’s greatest scientific geniuses. To honor the famous geneticist Gregor Johann Mendel, scientific capacities from all over the world gathered in Brno, including three Nobel… -
In Iceland, people retire satisfied
24. 6. 2022Iceland is not only a country of volcanoes and glaciers. The country is inspiring in many ways, such as employment policy. Young people are not afraid to have children while they study university. The total fertility rate has been around two… -
Researchers will study inequalities in the European labour market
6. 6. 2022Researchers from more than 30 European countries will study labour market inequalities among older workers. The project, funded by the European Union, will assess the current situation with the final goal of formulating policy recommendations on how… -
An educational trail is being completed in Masaryk’s forest in Israel.
29. 5. 2022The Masaryk Forest in Israel, planted by Czech settlers in 1930, will soon have an educational museum trail commemorating the work and life of the first Czechoslovak president, T.G. Masaryk and his son Jan. The condition of the forest itself… -
Scientists are developing edible food packaging
12. 5. 2022Scientists from the Faculty of AgriSciences at Mendel University in Brno focused on the packaging that can be eaten together with food. Experts are currently developing edible protein-based packaging that has the character of a flexible kitchen foil… -
Czech Ministry launches a mobile app to help Ukrainians and other foreigners
12. 4. 2022As part of its activities to help refugees from Ukraine, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic is launching a mobile phone application called Smart Migration. The app allows foreigners to easily find answers in Ukrainian,…