Projects

The project’s primary aim is to create a biocomposite based on nanofibers with high potential for supporting biotechnological industries, especially anaerobic biotechnology, air purification with harmful and dangerous substances and other specific biofilm processes. The biocomposite will consist of a microbial biofilm attached to a surface and structurally modified functional carrier produced by AC electrospinning. The development of the active biomass carrier will include material selection, microbial prospecting, design research, experimental production and stress testing on an industrial scale. The aim of the project will also be to expand the product and knowledge base of project participants in this area.

Period

01. 06. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW11020056

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The project’s primary aim is to create a biocomposite based on nanofibers with high potential for supporting biotechnological industries, especially anaerobic biotechnology, air purification with harmful and dangerous substances and other specific biofilm processes. The biocomposite will consist of a microbial biofilm attached to a surface and structurally modified functional carrier produced by AC electrospinning. The development of the active biomass carrier will include material selection, microbial prospecting, design research, experimental production and stress testing on an industrial scale. The aim of the project will also be to expand the product and knowledge base of project participants in this area.

Period

01. 06. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW11020056

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to develop a robotic process for the production of non-flammable geopolymer products with heat accumulation or thermal insulation properties using of 3D printing. The aim of the project is both the development of geopolymer composite materials with heat accumulation / insulation capabilities suitable for 3D printing, as well as the development of robotic equipment and setting control parameters for transport and 3D printing of these materials with specific properties.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010428

Leader

doc. Ing. Adam Hotař, Ph.D.

This project is to use adequate methodology to create a grammatical description of A Fala, which is a minority language spoken in Extremadura, Spain. A Fala is an extremely vulnerable, under-resourced language in unfavourable situation, it will be therefore an emergency research. The results of the project will facilitate revitalization, emancipate it as a language of written communication, create conditions for its implementation in education and contribute to the preservation of European cultural diversity. The proposal will continue in the work initiated in the project: Mobility MSCA TUL, which confirmed that the methodology based on primary data is more suitable than those based on the translation from a dominant language. The primary data sources will be the A Fala database and cooperation with the speech community. The community is interested in the results of the project as they have already participated actively in the previous one. The nature of the project will be multidisciplinary, bringing together linguistics, computer science and language policy.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

23-04988S

Leader

doc. Mgr. Miroslav Valeš, Ph.D.

The essence of the proposed research/development project is the implementation design, construction, operational verification and optimization of a prototype of a complete technology for urban wastewater treatment (modular platform). The motivation is the current issue of tertiary and especially quaternary urban wastewater treatment, in direct connection with the proposal for a new Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on urban wastewater treatment (recast of Directive 91/271/EEC), which was in the comment procedure in 2022 by the relevant bodies of the EU Member States (among others also within the Czech Water Association – CzWA).

Period

01. 08. 2023 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000648

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

The essence of the proposed research/development project is the implementation design, construction, operational verification and optimization of a prototype of a complete technology for urban wastewater treatment (modular platform). The motivation is the current issue of tertiary and especially quaternary urban wastewater treatment, in direct connection with the proposal for a new Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on urban wastewater treatment (recast of Directive 91/271/EEC), which was in the comment procedure in 2022 by the relevant bodies of the EU Member States (among others also within the Czech Water Association – CzWA).

Period

01. 08. 2023 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000648

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to create a motorization for the mirror of a portable hyperspectral camera that would allow it to operate in different lighting conditions. Depending on the illumination level, the camera chip must adjust its integration time and, with it, the frame rate. Since the pushbroom hyperspectral camera scans the image sequentially, the frame rate affects the resolution of the resulting hyperspectral datacube. With adequately selected hardware, it will be possible to gain better control over the mirror’s movement speed and its connection to the frame rate. The resulting system should be able to process the parameters set by the user and automatically adjust the settings depending on the scene, while still being capable of a laptop-powered operation for field use.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

SGS-2024-3489

Leader

Ing. Lukáš Klein

The AEQUALIS4TCLF Blueprint project aims to address the skills gap in the Textile, Clothing, Leather, and Footwear (TCLF) sector in the European Union. The project involves relevant stakeholders such as industry representatives, chambers of commerce, employers’ associations, Higher Education (HE) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) providers from seven European countries: Czechia, Croatia, Lithuania, Finland, Netherlands, Slovenia, and Serbia. The project has two main objectives. The first objective is to expand the reach of the METASKILLS4TCLF and S4STCLF Blueprint projects from 11 countries to 18 through the AEQUALIS4TCLF project, unifying Europe in skilling and reskilling the TCLF workforce. This will enable the TCLF industry to better prepare for the future and achieve a sustainable and circular economy. The second objective is to address the skills gap in the TCLF industry by promoting partnerships, identifying specific skills needed, and developing new curricula for a more sustainable and digital industry. It also supports social inclusion, safety, and compliance through integrated workshops and guidelines. By working together towards these objectives, the project will position these countries as leaders in sustainable and innovative production models, contributing significantly to the TCLF sector in the EU.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 01. 2028

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101139988

Leader

Ing. Gabriela Krupincová, Ph.D.

The core of the project is to is to study the thermal behavior of high-performance textiles, describe the mechanism of heat transfer in fibrous structures under extreme conditions and developing a general, scientifically supported, methodology of constructing thermal insulation layers. To determine the heat resistance of the fabric in cold conditions in accordance with standards, the losses of heat conduction are negligible and convection and radiation have to be considered. Conventional devices for evaluation of thermal resistance of clothing are based on the measurement of thermal conductivity under standard climatic conditions, which is not useful for extreme conditions. For these reasons, the project also includes the development of the measuring tunnel, which can be used to measure the total heat loss of textiles below freezing temperatures. In construction of the new heat insulating layers, the materials which reduce heat transport by radiation will also be observed. A prediction system for thermal insulation properties of the textile layers will be created.

Period

01. 01. 2021 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

GM21-32510M

Leader

Mohanapriya Venkataraman, Ph.D.

We shall study and develop aggregations of two or more research methodologies, optimal with respect to the observed data, in order to reach the most accurate conclusion. The task is also to aggregate adequately several available datasets. We shall follow mainly applications in economics, business and insurance. Although these problems have been followed by the scientific society for a long time, the current situation brings new demands on the fast, flexible and accurate conclusions, based on innovating ideas. This will be guaranteed also by our new original methods based on profound mathematical results. The optimality criteria depending on the situation will use the expected utility, risk and entropy. We shall utilize the score functions and density quantile transformations, which enable us to get rid of dependence on location and scale and to concentrate on the shape. In decision making we shall use the Choquet capacities dominating the groups of possible conclusions and decisions.

Period

01. 01. 2022 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

22-03636S

Leader

prof. RNDr. Jan Picek, CSc.

The project should increase the mutual trust of border residents and especially the willingness of educational institutions to cooperate across borders through the following activities: – networking activities for teachers in each of the six CZ-PL Euroregions, based on the sharing of good practice – support for language education in the language of the neighbouring country through the development of a comprehensive curriculum (we will not create new materials, as there are enough of them thanks to the INTERREG programme, but we will organise them into a comprehensible and usable curriculum for schools), including piloting – exchange placements for education staff on the other side of the border (moderated study visits) – joint actions to increase entrepreneurship Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2027

Zdroj

MMR

Code

CZ.11.04.02/00/23_003/0000125

Leader

doc. Mgr. Hynek Böhm, Ph.D.

Border closures, caused by the pandemic, highlighted the high numbers of people living or working in Czechia, who have some elements of their social lives on more than one side of the national borders: we mainly – but not exclusively – talk about cross-border commuters. This indicates that cross-border cooperation (CBC) and cross-border integration (CBI) eliminated the barrier effect caused by the national border in at least some of the Czech borderlands. Therefore, we will examine the impacts of external shocks and re-bordering on CBI and resilience of CBC in 3 different cross-border regions (CBR). We hypothesise that the institutional dimension of the CBI will be strong in all researched CBRs, whereas the level of cross-border flows (functional) and especially cross-border trust (ideational dimension) shall vary. The working methodology will be based upon the mix of quantitative and qualitative approaches, with the important role of interviews and mental maps

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

Leader

doc. Mgr. Hynek Böhm, Ph.D.

In the biodiesel production process, a distillation residue is produced as a by-product, which still contains a large amount of biodiesel and other processable raw materials. Currently, this distillation residue is considered waste disposed of in Czech biogas plants, while the weekly production of this distillation residue is 25-50 tons (depending on the quality of the input raw material)

Period

01. 09. 2024 – 31. 03. 2025

Zdroj

KÚLK

Code

Leader

doc. RNDr. Michal Řezanka, Ph.D.

Glaucoma is one of the frequent and complicated eye diseases, which often leads to significant damage of vision or to practical blindness. Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) is the main risk factor and reducing IOP is also currently the only known effective treatment. One of the surgical procedures used is the implantation of drainage implants, which drain parts of the intraocular fluid out of the anterior chamber. However, these procedures also have risks-insufficient reduction of IOP, the postoperative hypotension, progressive damage of corneal endothelium. The aim of the project is to develop an antifibrotic intraocular nanofibrous implant from a soft, flexible, and mechanically resistant material based on a biocompatible polymer polyvinylidenefluoride, prepared by electrospinning technology on a NanospiderTM device. The structure will imitate the native filter organ of the eye, the trabecular meshwork. As part of the project, the flow of intraocular fluid through the nanofibrous layer will be measured using laboratory filtration equipment modified to simulate the perfusion of intraocular fluid in the glaucomatous and healthy eye. The functionality of the implant in terms of resistance to cell fibrotization will be monitored in vitro with fibroblast and endothelial cell lines. The antiadhesive properties of the material will be tested mechanically directly to the eye tissue. Implantation of nanofibrous planar material will be performed with a completely new approach with the implantation of an artificial lens, including the creation of subconjunctival space for the liquid outflow. The new procedure will be verified on cadaverous porcine bulbs, including simulation of transport properties at different levels of IOP. The functional properties of the implant will be described in vivo in a pig model. The most important monitored parameters will be the healing process, elimination of hypotony, corneal endothelium examination, and short and long-term reduction of IOP. The main goal of the project is the development of a unique nanofibrous glaucoma drainage implant (GDI) for the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma disease. The implant will be based on the biocompatible, non-degradable polyvinylidenefluoride mat and its combinations with substances that prevent cell fibrotization, the formation of adhesions, and supports natural drainage of intraocular fluid by creating a structure simulating a trabecular meshwork. All goals will be based on cooperation between the Technical University of Liberec (TUL) and 3rd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University (CU), and followed by their previous cooperation in material development, eye irritation tests, in vitro and ex vivo study. Sub-goals: • Production and modification of GDI by electrospinning technology on NanospiderTM equipment, including high reproducibility of production and characterization of developed implants in terms of morphology, antiadhesive and antifibrotic properties (TUL). • Study and evaluation of transport properties of the planar implant on laboratory equipment for measuring IOP, construction of perfusion system for measuring IOP on cadaverous bulbs, numerical modeling including computational fluid dynamics (TUL). • Optimization of surgical technique of GDI implantation in combined surgery on cadaverous bulbs (CU) – in cooperation with glaucoma specialists, university Mainz (Germany) and evaluation of perfusion properties of the implant in the simulation of different IOP values (CU/TUL). • In vivo implantation of GDI in a pig model including monitoring of changes in a short and long time (CU) • Evaluation of the implant in terms of the healing process, hypotony, corneal endothelium and statistical evaluation of IOP changes compared to the other eye. Implant evaluation in terms of possible follow-up preclinical tests and potential use in human medicine (CU/TUL)

Period

01. 05. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MZ

Code

NU23-08-00586

Leader

doc. Ing. Jiří Chvojka, Ph.D.

The main objective of the project is the application and replication of natural surfaces and structures on the surface of mould and tool parts and subsequently plastic parts produced by extrusion blowing with a targeted influence on selected surface properties of plastic parts and elimination of additional operations or processes. Other objectives of the project are the design of geometry of surface structure relief with properties and parameters of natural structures in relation to possibilities of a targeted influence on properties of plastic parts, creation of structure on the surface of moulds or mould parts for processing of plastics by blowing technology, evaluation of the designed and created geometry of structures on the surface of plastic parts in relation to the type and properties of the polymer being processed, the surface area of the product and the conditions of processing with the aim of a controlled influence on properties of plastic parts.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000722

Leader

doc. Ing. Štěpánka Dvořáčková, Ph.D.

The main objective of the project is the application and replication of natural surfaces and structures on the surface of mould and tool parts and subsequently plastic parts produced by extrusion blowing with a targeted influence on selected surface properties of plastic parts and elimination of additional operations or processes. Other objectives of the project are the design of geometry of surface structure relief with properties and parameters of natural structures in relation to possibilities of a targeted influence on properties of plastic parts, creation of structure on the surface of moulds or mould parts for processing of plastics by blowing technology, evaluation of the designed and created geometry of structures on the surface of plastic parts in relation to the type and properties of the polymer being processed, the surface area of the product and the conditions of processing with the aim of a controlled influence on properties of plastic parts.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000722

Leader

doc. Ing. Štěpánka Dvořáčková, Ph.D.

The project aims at elaboration of methodologic procedures of designing a complex of biotechnology supplements for main and secondary drainage equipment. Mostly, agricultural soils that are threatened by erosion will be targeted to enhance water retention, accumulation, and quality in the catchment areas of interest. Field-scale installations of variable measures will be performed within the project. Procedural and administrative options of landscaping will be evaluated for current and expected hydrologic situations at representative pilot sites.

Period

01. 01. 2021 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MZe

Code

QK21010341

Leader

RNDr. Bc. Stanislava Vrchovecká

B-SHAPES seeks to identify, understand and re-envision the key role of borders as a central factor in forming and changing people’s perceptions of European societies and politics in the 21st century.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101095186

Leader

doc. Mgr. Hynek Böhm, Ph.D.

The main objective of the PROJECT is research and development of future means of sustainable mobility by road and rail vehicles and their integration into transport systems with regard to the strategic development of the technical level of fields important for the economy of the Czech Republic, as well as short-term immediately realizable goals in industry. The means to achieve this goal is the establishment of a group of CONTRACTING PARTIES for long-term cooperation, which will take advantage of both synergies between related disciplines with similar fundamental development problems and synergies from cooperation between academic, research and industrial institutions, allowing to focus activities on critical problems applicable to the market of future transport vehicles.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000054

Leader

Ing. Robert Voženílek, Ph.D.

The main objective of the PROJECT is research and development of future means of sustainable mobility by road and rail vehicles and their integration into transport systems with regard to the strategic development of the technical level of fields important for the economy of the Czech Republic, as well as short-term immediately realizable goals in industry. The means to achieve this goal is the establishment of a group of CONTRACTING PARTIES for long-term cooperation, which will take advantage of both synergies between related disciplines with similar fundamental development problems and synergies from cooperation between academic, research and industrial institutions, allowing to focus activities on critical problems applicable to the market of future transport vehicles.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 12. 2028

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000054/003

Leader

Ing. Robert Voženílek, Ph.D.

CEEPUS (Central European Exchange Program for University Studies) is a Central European university exchange program focused on regional cooperation within university networks in the countries of Central and South-Eastern Europe. The program enables the mobility of students and academic staff. In total, the Faculty of Mechatronics is involved in 1 network for the year 2024/2025, PL-701-13-2425

Period

01. 09. 2024 – 31. 08. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

Website

https://www.ceepus.info/

Leader

prof. Ing. Zbyněk Koldovský, Ph.D.

CEEPUS is the short form for Central European Exchange Program for University Studies and is a multilateral University exchange program in the extended Danube region based on an international Agreement. There are 15+ members states who joint the current CEEPUS III agreement at the moment, each member state has a National CEEPUS Office. The main activity of CEEPUS are networks of eligible universities of the CEEPUS member states operating joint programs. Within these networks CEEPUS covers mobility grants for students and teachers of those eligible universities.

Period

01. 09. 2025 – 31. 08. 2032

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

Website

https://www.ceepus.info/

Leader

doc. Ing. Jan Valtera, Ph.D.

CEEPUS is the short form for Central European Exchange Program for University Studies and is a multilateral University exchange program in the extended Danube region based on an international Agreement. There are 15+ members states who joint the current CEEPUS III agreement at the moment, each member state has a National CEEPUS Office. The main activity of CEEPUS are networks of eligible universities of the CEEPUS member states operating joint programs. Within these networks CEEPUS covers mobility grants for students and teachers of those eligible universities.

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 31. 08. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

Website

https://www.ceepus.info/

Leader

doc. Ing. Jan Valtera, Ph.D.

The project aims to increase the quality and efficiency of university systems and reduce academic failure at the Technical University of Liberec. Another key goal is to support the development of teaching, the introduction of relevant topics for the labor market, reflecting current developments, especially in the field of technical sciences. An integral part of the project is further increasing the competences of TUL staff, support for internationalization processes, and systemic support for students with specific needs.

Period

01. 06. 2024 – 31. 12. 2028

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

CZ.02.02.XX/00/23_022/0008721

Leader

prof. Ing. Zdeněk Plíva, Ph.D.

The goal of our work is to present new strategies for testing material with antibacterial properties, but which at the same time supports the proliferation of mammalian cells, by using the co-cultivation method. Current protocols for testing the biocompatibility and antiseptic character of a material using cell lines and certain bacterial strains focus on the analysis of the mentioned characteristics separately. Our strategy offers a unique insight into the monitoring of mutual interactions of commensal and pathogen prokaryotic cells with eukaryotic cells on tested material within a single experiment. As the project is focused on material suitable for wound healing, we will co-cultivate keratinocytes with opportunistic pathogens and commensals. In our planned study, Pseudomonas will represent the group of pathogens with a high risk of infections acquired during a stay in healthcare facilities. Staphylococcus epidermidis and Micrococcus will represent a natural part of the skin microbiota. A detailed characterization of cell growth and pathogen inhibition analysis will be performed on in vitro model mimicking real in vivo conditions.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

Leader

Mgr. Olga Buchar Klinovská

The aim of the project is the functional modification of nanocomposite layers for a longterm increase in biostimulation or antibacterial efficiency. The development will focus on creating a layer for specific applications (carriers for wastewater treatment, biosensors, etc.) to ensure increased adhesion of cells to the surface. Another goal will be the creation of antibacterial surfaces as a preventive tool for limiting the spread of diseases and bacteria by improving surface functionality. The development and verification of the functionality of the technology will allow the company to increase its competitiveness at the domestic and international levels and expand the company’s offer for the use of new materials with specific properties using ecological technology and production process.

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW09020103

Leader

Ing. Totka Nikolaeva Bakalova, Ph.D.

Poly- and perfluoroalkylated compounds (PFAS) are a group of anthropogenic substances with extreme chemical and thermal stability, and unique hydrophobic and lipophobic properties. PFAS have been shown to be very dangerous for the environment due to their large industrial use combined with the aforementioned stability. The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) restricted their use and thus gave rise to their new alternatives with etheric oxygen or chlorine atoms. These new alternative compounds have not yet been fully investigated toxicologically, but studies to date indicate that they may also have serious effects on fauna and flora. Hence, there is a need to develop systems for removing these pollutants from contaminated water areas. Conventional wastewater treatment technologies have obvious shortcomings, and among their alternatives, nanotechnology is seen as one of the best and most promising technologies with magnetic nanoparticles appearing to be the most effective. These are further functionalized on their surface for the purpose of higher absorption capacity and better stability of nanoparticles in various environments. This project aims to design a magnetic nanoparticle system to maximize the ability to bind PFAS and subsequently remove them from contaminated waters.

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

LUAUS23155

Leader

doc. RNDr. Michal Řezanka, Ph.D.

This project aims to create accredited methodologies for assessing microbial water quality through molecular-genetic analyses and for assessing microbial biofilm in water management structures using nanofiber biomass carriers and standard microbiological and molecular-genetic analyses. The microbial analysis will be carried out for drinking, pool and warm water and will mainly focus on indicator microorganisms specific to the water in question. A nanofiber carrier based on a harmless polymer will be developed as part of the project. The carrier will be designed for monitoring the biofilm growth in selected water systems. A complete analysis of the microbial consortium composition will be performed in selected water and biofilm samples.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ03000323

Leader

Ing. Magda Nechanická, Ph.D.

This project aims to create accredited methodologies for assessing microbial water quality through molecular-genetic analyses and for assessing microbial biofilm in water management structures using nanofiber biomass carriers and standard microbiological and molecular-genetic analyses. The microbial analysis will be carried out for drinking, pool and warm water and will mainly focus on indicator microorganisms specific to the water in question. A nanofiber carrier based on a harmless polymer will be developed as part of the project. The carrier will be designed for monitoring the biofilm growth in selected water systems. A complete analysis of the microbial consortium composition will be performed in selected water and biofilm samples.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ03000323

Leader

Ing. Magda Nechanická, Ph.D.

The project focuses on developments in the field of electrodeionization (EDI). EDI is a modern alternative to mixbed column water demineralization based on electromembrane separation processes (combining electrodialysis – ED – with ion exchange). The main objective of the presented project is the development of a new series of industrial EDI modules for the pharmaceutical industry. However, the resulting EDI module will also be applicable in the food, biotechnology, semiconductor and microelectronics industries.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010298

Leader

Ing. Jiří Šafka, Ph.D.

The project focuses on developments in the field of electrodeionization (EDI). EDI is a modern alternative to mixbed column water demineralization based on electromembrane separation processes (combining electrodialysis – ED – with ion exchange). The main objective of the presented project is the development of a new series of industrial EDI modules for the pharmaceutical industry. However, the resulting EDI module will also be applicable in the food, biotechnology, semiconductor and microelectronics industries.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010298

Leader

Ing. Jiří Šafka, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to develop and innovative product – a lighter energy and environmentally friendly plastic blister suitable for robotic/automated packaging and handling and filling needs (iSMART). The project is designed to develop packaging material as well as a relevant forming machine with lower energy consumption. The development will focus on the final shape and design of blisters (product lines), as well as on the preparation and heating of the input semi-finished product and on the control of the technological process parameters. iSMART packaging will be equipped with technology that can detect or provide information about the packaged product or the packaging process itself. The project will use methods of advanced modeling of related physical and technological processes.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010642

Leader

doc. Ing. Michal Petrů, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to develop and innovative product – a lighter energy and environmentally friendly plastic blister suitable for robotic/automated packaging and handling and filling needs (iSMART). The project is designed to develop packaging material as well as a relevant forming machine with lower energy consumption. The development will focus on the final shape and design of blisters (product lines), as well as on the preparation and heating of the input semi-finished product and on the control of the technological process parameters. iSMART packaging will be equipped with technology that can detect or provide information about the packaged product or the packaging process itself. The project will use methods of advanced modeling of related physical and technological processes.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010642

Leader

doc. Ing. Michal Petrů, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to develop and innovative product – a lighter energy and environmentally friendly plastic blister suitable for robotic/automated packaging and handling and filling needs (iSMART). The project is designed to develop packaging material as well as a relevant forming machine with lower energy consumption. The development will focus on the final shape and design of blisters (product lines), as well as on the preparation and heating of the input semi-finished product and on the control of the technological process parameters. iSMART packaging will be equipped with technology that can detect or provide information about the packaged product or the packaging process itself. The project will use methods of advanced modeling of related physical and technological processes.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010642

Leader

doc. Ing. Michal Petrů, Ph.D.

The aim is to develop high performance composites with functional properties for the engineering, construction and marine industries. The material is composed of a geopolymer matrix reinforced with fibres and fillers of natural or synthetic origin. The result will be an environmentally friendly composite suitable for underwater applications, providing more durable materials for corrosion protection of hazardous wrecks and critical underwater infrastructure, for construction purposes in turbulent and highly polluted environments, including protection from hazardous materials in wrecks. The specific part will be created in the form of prefabricated or 3D printed elements with the ability to be installed underwater. Desired properties: high compressive strength, low deformability, high resistance to water, chemicals including salts and chlorine, bioerosion, hazardous waste, oils and abrasion, long life, eco-friendliness, cost-effectiveness and low toxicity.

Period

01. 06. 2022 – 31. 05. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TH80020007

Leader

doc. Ing. Adam Hotař, Ph.D.

Development of a knee brace with a high proportion of 3D printed parts. Validation of a method for individualization of knee braces with the support of 3D scanning and 3D printing. Use of topological optimization methods for the design of next-gen orthoses.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000033/DP12

Leader

Ing. Michal Ackermann, Ph.D.

Aim is to develop hybrid technology enabling treatment and subsequent reuse of WW originating from pickling processes of steel and other metals, which are characterized by high concentrations of nitrogen, fluorides and metal ions making them difficult to treat by conventional methods. Technology will be based on combination of precipitation methods and denitrification bioreactor supported by biomass carriers (nitrate reduction). Adapted denitrification consortia will be isolated and lyophilized, allowing their subsequent use in other systems. Technology will be placed in transport container and will be equipped with advanced control system, including online access. Since main recipient supplies pickling technologies all over the world, technology will be applied mainly in foreign markets.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010536

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

The main goal of the project is the development of a flat composite nanofibrous membrane produced by AC spinning suitable for food applications and compatible with plate filters. The area of interest is mainly the filtration of beer, wine and spirits, where the developed membrane will serve as a replacement for the existing cellulose filter plates. Furthermore, a set of efficient and easily applicable cleaning protocols (i.e. a combination of suitable reagents, exposure times, etc.) suitable for cleaning nanofibrous filter membranes in order to extend their service life will be achieved. Cleaning protocols will reflect both the membrane material and the specific nature of fouling. Attention will also be paid to the possibility of minimizing membrane fouling by modifying the materials.

Period

01. 06. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW11020068

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

The main goal of the project is the development of a flat composite nanofibrous membrane produced by AC spinning suitable for food applications and compatible with plate filters. The area of interest is mainly the filtration of beer, wine and spirits, where the developed membrane will serve as a replacement for the existing cellulose filter plates. Furthermore, a set of efficient and easily applicable cleaning protocols (i.e. a combination of suitable reagents, exposure times, etc.) suitable for cleaning nanofibrous filter membranes in order to extend their service life will be achieved. Cleaning protocols will reflect both the membrane material and the specific nature of fouling. Attention will also be paid to the possibility of minimizing membrane fouling by modifying the materials.

Period

01. 06. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW11020068

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

The project focuses on the research and development of lightweight structures with variable stiffness for the seat cushion of a bicycle saddle with individually optimised user ergonomics. The main outcome will be a prototype of an innovative saddle design respecting the individual anthropometric and biomechanical characteristics of the user developed using a digital biomechanical twin of the skeleton and advanced experimental computational approaches.The sub-objectives are: development of a digital biomechanical computational model of saddle-trunk interaction, identification of the key interaction zone of the human ischium and trunk according to human typology, sex and other anthropometric, parameters, production of the saddle by 3D printing, validation of digital twin and testing

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 28. 02. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW09020105

Leader

doc. Ing. Petr Henyš, Ph.D.

Additive manufacturing or 3D printing enables the realization of customized designs; 3d glass printing is a promising technique to realize customized glass structures and designs that can operate as optical sensors. Directed energy deposition (DED) is a promising printing technology that could be used to print glass objects. This project aims to realize 3D glass printing using DED technology and reach optimized printing conditions that would assure the quality and homogeneity of the printed structure.

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 30. 11. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

SGS-2023-5321

Leader

doc. Ing. Vlastimil Hotař, Ph.D.

The study is intended for pedagogical staff who have already obtained a professional qualification with a university degree in the field of pedagogical sciences. After completing the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Extension of Qualifications, which allows them to teach in the 1st grade of elementary school. The R1ST study is three-semester, full-time and part-time. Participants complete 260 teaching hours of direct teaching, including 15 hours of teaching practice. The subjects of the course are focused on the practical side of the field of the 1st degree and didactics of subjects. The teachers are experts from the Department of Primary Education FP TUL and didactics from practice. The guaranteeing workplace is KPV FP TUL.

Period

01. 01. 2018 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

Code

Website

https://kpv.fp.tul.cz/dvpp/rozsirene-studium-pro-1-stupen-zs

Leader

PhDr. Jana Johnová, Ph.D.

The project will implement a sustainable collection of clothing products. The clothes will connect psychological and aesthetic comfort with a minimal ecological footprint. It will combine art perspective with deep knowledge of the materials properties and innovative technologies. These synthesis will result in an collection which, in addition to classic features such as aesthetics, functionality, economy, safety, ergonomics, technical feasibility, will emphasize achieving the minimum impact of the product on the environment in terms of the entire life cycle. The outputs will be suitable for implementation both on an industrial scale and in start-up companies. Other impacts of the project will be educational activities among the professional and public.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 30. 11. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ01000450

Leader

Ing. Jana Drašarová, Ph.D.

The project will implement a sustainable collection of clothing products. The clothes will connect psychological and aesthetic comfort with a minimal ecological footprint. It will combine art perspective with deep knowledge of the materials properties and innovative technologies. These synthesis will result in an collection which, in addition to classic features such as aesthetics, functionality, economy, safety, ergonomics, technical feasibility, will emphasize achieving the minimum impact of the product on the environment in terms of the entire life cycle. The outputs will be suitable for implementation both on an industrial scale and in start-up companies. Other impacts of the project will be educational activities among the professional and public.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 30. 11. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ01000450

Leader

Ing. Jana Drašarová, Ph.D.

European Digital Innovation Hub – Northern and Eastern Bohemia, builds on the existing connection between expert and technological know-how of progressive digitization activities of its partners providing long-term services in the field of digital transformation of SMEs and public institutions, innovation, technical education and basic and applied research – all linked to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Period

01. 05. 2023 – 30. 04. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101120003

Leader

Ing. Jan Kočí

European Digital Innovation Hub – Northern and Eastern Bohemia, builds on the existing connection between expert and technological know-how of progressive digitization activities of its partners providing long-term services in the field of digital transformation of SMEs and public institutions, innovation, technical education and basic and applied research – all linked to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Period

01. 05. 2023 – 30. 04. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101120003

Leader

Ing. Jan Kočí

European Digital Innovation Hub – Northern and Eastern Bohemia, builds on the existing connection between expert and technological know-how of progressive digitization activities of its partners providing long-term services in the field of digital transformation of SMEs and public institutions, innovation, technical education and basic and applied research – all linked to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Period

01. 05. 2023 – 30. 04. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101120003

Leader

Ing. Jan Kočí

European Digital Innovation Hub – Northern and Eastern Bohemia, builds on the existing connection between expert and technological know-how of progressive digitization activities of its partners providing long-term services in the field of digital transformation of SMEs and public institutions, innovation, technical education and basic and applied research – all linked to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Period

01. 05. 2023 – 30. 04. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101120003

Leader

Ing. Jan Kočí

–

Period

01. 04. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

SS07020411

Leader

Ing. Jiří Habr, Ph.D.

The project has two sub-objectives. The first is to develop and validate energy efficient industrial electrodialyzers capable of recycling different types of valuable components from industrial wastewater (IWW). The emphasis will be on achieving the highest possible product concentration and the lowest possible power consumption for electrodialysis at the highest possible current efficiency. The second sub-objective of the project is to validate the technology for the recovery of chemicals from rinse water from galvanic plant neutralization stations using the proposed electrodialyser for EDBM. Acidic waters from the rinsing baths contain acidic residues and precious metals (Cu, Ni; hundreds to thousands of mg/l). The rinse waters are neutralised to precipitate the heavy metals. After precipitation, the remaining solution will be treated using the EDBM process, yielding acid to be recycled into the process and caustic to be reused for further precipitation. This will significantly reduce chemical consumption throughout the process. As part of this objective, a semi-operational electrodialysis unit with three to four working circuits will also be designed and implemented to allow the proposed multi-circuit modules to be validated under realistic conditions.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000571

Leader

Ing. Martin Seidl, Ph.D.

The project has two sub-objectives. The first is to develop and validate energy efficient industrial electrodialyzers capable of recycling different types of valuable components from industrial wastewater (IWW). The emphasis will be on achieving the highest possible product concentration and the lowest possible power consumption for electrodialysis at the highest possible current efficiency. The second sub-objective of the project is to validate the technology for the recovery of chemicals from rinse water from galvanic plant neutralization stations using the proposed electrodialyser for EDBM. Acidic waters from the rinsing baths contain acidic residues and precious metals (Cu, Ni; hundreds to thousands of mg/l). The rinse waters are neutralised to precipitate the heavy metals. After precipitation, the remaining solution will be treated using the EDBM process, yielding acid to be recycled into the process and caustic to be reused for further precipitation. This will significantly reduce chemical consumption throughout the process. As part of this objective, a semi-operational electrodialysis unit with three to four working circuits will also be designed and implemented to allow the proposed multi-circuit modules to be validated under realistic conditions.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000571

Leader

Ing. Martin Seidl, Ph.D.

The project has two sub-objectives. The first is to develop and validate energy efficient industrial electrodialyzers capable of recycling different types of valuable components from industrial wastewater (IWW). The emphasis will be on achieving the highest possible product concentration and the lowest possible power consumption for electrodialysis at the highest possible current efficiency. The second sub-objective of the project is to validate the technology for the recovery of chemicals from rinse water from galvanic plant neutralization stations using the proposed electrodialyser for EDBM. Acidic waters from the rinsing baths contain acidic residues and precious metals (Cu, Ni; hundreds to thousands of mg/l). The rinse waters are neutralised to precipitate the heavy metals. After precipitation, the remaining solution will be treated using the EDBM process, yielding acid to be recycled into the process and caustic to be reused for further precipitation. This will significantly reduce chemical consumption throughout the process. As part of this objective, a semi-operational electrodialysis unit with three to four working circuits will also be designed and implemented to allow the proposed multi-circuit modules to be validated under realistic conditions.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000571

Leader

Ing. Martin Seidl, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to promote innovation capacity in tourism as a strategic component of competitiveness in order to improve Serbia’s TTDI index and enable innovation-driven, sustainable tourism development by engaging stakeholders in the tourism ecosystem to share a wide range of innovative tourism practises. Specifically, the project deals with the formation of an open innovation tourism network in Vrnjačka Banja, one of the most visited tourism destinations in Serbia. Partners from the V4 countries, which are much better positioned (Poland (27), Czech Republic (33) and Hungary (37)), are invited to support the formation of such a network by sharing the know-how of tourism networks in their countries. Our project thus follows the proposed European initiatives, nurturing tourism development in Serbia as an EU candidate country on its way to a full membership. Moreover, the V4 partners will also benefit from the knowledge sharing and the experience created by the project.

Period

20. 01. 2025 – 19. 07. 2026

Zdroj

Visegradské fondy

Code

Leader

Ing. Jitka Vávrová, Ph.D.

The goal of the project is an energetically and economically efficient heating technology of thermoplastic (TP) composite tapes, which is a key part of the Automatic Fiber Placement (AFP) technology. The goals of the project will be achieved by optimization of energy flows from the low-investment IR emitter to the heated tape using a system of optical elements and an intelligent control system. The technology will be an alternative to the established, expensive laser heating. The new technology will be verified by the aim of test stand, for which the driving SW, controlling the heating, laminate layup and the manipulator movement will also be developed. The main deliverable is a utility model of the heating technology investigated and its functional sample.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ15000291

Leader

Ing. Vojtěch Miller

The result will be a functional sample of a device for spinning polymer solutions by the effect of an alternating electric field (AC electrospinning) including an energy-saving system for driving wire electrodes. The benefit will be a significant saving of electricity, a reduction in the number of drives and an increase in the uniformity of the produced nanofibrous layer.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000018/001

Leader

prof. Ing. Jaroslav Beran, CSc.

Credit mobility – mobility of individuals – students and staff of HEIs between programme and partner countries: study visits, practical placements, short-term trips, teaching visits and training. Grant application for the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.

Period

01. 08. 2023 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA171-HED-000128535

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Credit mobility – mobility of individuals – students and staff of HEIs between programme and partner countries: study visits, practical placements, short-term trips, teaching visits and training. Grant application for the academic years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.

Period

01. 08. 2023 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA171-HED-000128535

Leader

Michaela Andělová

KA131-HED – Mobility of higher education students and staff between programme countries, Blended Intensive programme, call 2024.

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000206680

Leader

Michaela Andělová

KA131-HED – Mobility of higher education students and staff between programme countries.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000121549

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Implementation of mobility of individuals within the EU for student study and internship trips and for staff trips for teaching and training. The number of mobility requests is based on the results of the selection procedures of individual faculties and units. Only the number of requested mobilities is specified in the application and the final amount of the grant will be determined by the provider after the number of mobilities has been approved.

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000206680

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2024, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of student outgoing mobilities for traineeship during academic years 2024/25 and 2025/26 .

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000206680

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2024, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of student outgoing mobilities for study stay during academic years 2024/25 and 2025/26 .

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000206680

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2024, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of staff outgoing mobilities for teaching during academic years 2024/25 and 2025/26 .

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000206680

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2024, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of staff outgoing mobilities for training during academic years 2024/25 and 2025/26 .

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2026

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000206680

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Upon prior competition on the faculties of TUL, International office applies for grant to European comission of Key Activity 131, individual mobilities of the program ERASMUS+, 2021-2027, call 2023

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000121549

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2023, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of student outgoing mobilities for traineeship during academic years 2023/24 and 2024/25.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000121549

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2023, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of student outgoing mobilities for study stay during academic years 2023/24 and 2024/25.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000121549

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2023, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of staff outgoing mobilities for teaching during academic years 2023/24 and 2024/25.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000121549

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Project Erasmus+ KA131 – Call 2023, mobilities of individuals. Implementation of staff outgoing mobilities for training during academic years 2023/24 and 2024/25.

Period

01. 06. 2023 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2023-1-CZ01-KA131-HED-000121549

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Credit mobility – mobility of individuals – students and staff of HEIs between programme and partner countries: study visits, practical placements, short-term trips, teaching visits and training. Grant application for the academic years 2024/2025 and 2025/2026. The required mobilities are with partner institutions in Canada, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Brazil and Thailand.

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2027

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA171-HED-000219143

Leader

Michaela Andělová

Credit mobility – mobility of individuals – students and staff of HEIs between programme and partner countries: study visits, practical placements, short-term trips, teaching visits and training. Grant application for the academic years 2024/2025 and 2025/2026. The required mobilities are with partner institutions in Canada, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Brazil and Thailand.

Period

01. 08. 2024 – 31. 07. 2027

Zdroj

DZS

Code

2024-1-CZ01-KA171-HED-000219143

Leader

Michaela Andělová

The main objective is to train and retain highly qualified young academics for the ERN region, to prevent their migration to other regions, and to promote talent retention and the potential for structural change. To achieve this, the supply of academic labour needs to be improved by adapting and expanding competency-based courses and by increasing cross-border labour market integration. The labour market study will identify the regional demand for skilled academics, align the supply of studies and make recommendations for programme adjustments at TU Liberec and IHI. It will assess the extent to which the existing programmes meet the “knowledge needs” of the regional economy and identify the reasons for the outflow of graduates. Students will have access to a career guidance programme, which includes workshops and specific advice on cross-border career planning. Success stories of graduates staying in the region or working across the border will be presented in seminars to promote informed career choices. Workshops will address the skills requirements and administrative complexities of cross-border employment. The programme supports students in finding opportunities in the Czech and German foreign markets and in gaining the qualifications needed for early career planning, e.g. Language skills. Facilitating administrative processes and legal aspects for cross-border work is intended to motivate students to do so. The programme also includes excursions to regional employers to give students an overview and to establish contacts. Finally, recommendations for policy makers and students will be developed.

Period

01. 09. 2024 – 31. 08. 2026

Zdroj

SAB

Code

Website

www.tul.cz

Leader

doc. Ing. Kateřina Maršíková, Ph.D.

This is a grant provided under the special measure adopted by the European Union in December 2020 “EU4Belarus: Solidarity with the People of Belarus”, in cooperation and by agreement with The Central Project Management Agency, Public Institution, registration number 126125624, Konarskio str. 13, LT-03109, Vilnius, Lithuania (hereinafter referred to as “CPMA”). The grant serves as financial support for admitted students from Belarus facing prosecution. The students who will be paid the grant will be selected by CPMA based on the criteria set by the event.

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 31. 08. 2025

Zdroj

DZS

Code

GS/2024/0073

Leader

doc. Ing. Kateřina Maršíková, Ph.D.

We are currently building an international network of researchers who plan to (re-)examine the European representations and experiences of India, as they emerged in different parts of Europe from the early modern era until today. As a part of this, we are preparing a COST network application, which would finance exploratory workshops, summer schools, a website and database dedicated to European representations of India, joint publications, and other activities fostering interdisciplinary research on this topic. The network is broadly conceived and intends to involve both early career researchers and senior academics from different European countries and various disciplines, who have worked on this theme before or are interested in working on it.

Period

09. 10. 2024 – 08. 10. 2028

Zdroj

COST Association

Code

CA 23144

Leader

doc. Mgr. Martin Fárek, Ph.D.

This project has the main goal to reduce E-waste in Europe in working on already existing E-waste, developing new tooling to extend lifetime and recyclability of E-waste, deploy at European level the new best practices and more important to develop a strong European ecosystem in this domain.

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101112065

Website

https://www.kdt-ju.europa.eu/calls/kdt-ju-calls-2022

Leader

Ing. Lenka Kosková Třísková, Ph.D.

This project has the main goal to reduce E-waste in Europe in working on already existing E-waste, developing new tooling to extend lifetime and recyclability of E-waste, deploy at European level the new best practices and more important to develop a strong European ecosystem in this domain.

Period

16. 12. 2022 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

9A23007

Leader

Ing. Lenka Kosková Třísková, Ph.D.

This project has the main goal to reduce E-waste in Europe in working on already existing E-waste, developing new tooling to extend lifetime and recyclability of E-waste, deploy at European level the new best practices and more important to develop a strong European ecosystem in this domain.

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101112065

Website

https://www.kdt-ju.europa.eu/calls/kdt-ju-calls-2022

Leader

Ing. Lenka Kosková Třísková, Ph.D.

Regenerative medicine is the field of repair or replacement of tissue or organ that has lost function due to old age, illness, damage, or birth defects. It is a multidisciplinary field encompassing tissue engineering, molecular biology and nanotechnology. The aim of the research agenda of the project is the creation and development of an excellent research Centre that will deal with R&D in the field of therapeutic methods of regenerative medicine. We will focus on the restoration of damaged tissues that we cannot treat or their regenerative capacity is limited: Neural tissues of the brain and spinal cord, including the problem of neurodegeneration and retinal degeneration; replacement of vessels of small diameter; skin and active healing of chronic wounds and osteochondral defects. The unifying element of the whole project are “Therapeutic devices for modern therapies”, namely preparations for gene therapy, somatic cell therapy and tissue engineering products. In order to regenerateIn order to carry out the regeneration of entire organs, it is necessary to know the mechanisms at the level of cells and tissues. Therefore, the research will cover all levels, from the subcellular level through the cellular, tissue level, and will end with preclinical studies on small and large animals.

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 30. 06. 2028

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

CZ.02.01.01/00/22_008/0004562

Leader

prof. RNDr. David Lukáš, CSc.

The aim of the submitted project is to develop and put into production an innovative textile barrier material for the production of reusable class I medical devices (minimum 100 cycles) for clean rooms in operating theatres. This innovative fabric will be designed in such a way that its technical parameters are fully compliant with EN 13795-2 and at the same time that the medical attire made of it provide high user or functional comfort. The fabric will be used to design innovative reusable surgical attire for use in clean rooms.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010056

Leader

doc. Ing. Antonín Havelka, CSc.

The aim of the submitted project is to develop and put into production an innovative textile barrier material for the production of reusable class I medical devices (minimum 100 cycles) for clean rooms in operating theatres. This innovative fabric will be designed in such a way that its technical parameters are fully compliant with EN 13795-2 and at the same time that the medical attire made of it provide high user or functional comfort. The fabric will be used to design innovative reusable surgical attire for use in clean rooms.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010056

Leader

doc. Ing. Antonín Havelka, CSc.

The project “Fiber composite filters for advanced methods of filtration of industrial oils” will be focused on research and development of oil filters based on a polymer composite from a mixture of micro and nanofibers, usable mainly for filtering very fine particles from industrial oils used in hydraulic, calendering, lapping or honing processes. At the same time, thanks to the optimized properties of their surface, these filters will reduce or completely prevent the unwanted extraction of additional substances from the oil. This project thus aims to remove the most significant limitations accompanying today’s possibilities of filtering industrial oils in engineering operations, which are the low efficiency of filtering particles below 3 m (ideally 1-3 m) with a sufficiently long life of the filter structure in combination with undesirable sorption of additional substances from filtered oils. These aspects then cause the wear of technical equipment, a reduction in the quality of products, and the degradation of the oil itself, which must then be replaced. Thanks to the versatility of the filtration capabilities, it will be possible to use the developed filter composite (after minor modification) for effective extraction and reuse of floating oil aerosol (up to a droplet diameter of 100 nm) during air filtration of operations. The project support will thus make it possible to develop one unique filtration platform for a wide range of engineering operations and associated technological nodes in liquid and air filtration. It is thus evident at first glance that these aspects have a significant economic and ecological impact. The company Nanopharma, as the primary solution provider, will cooperate with the Department of Nonwoven Textiles and Nanofibrous Materials of the Technical University of Liberec, which has unique Spunblown technologies supplemented by a series of specific post-processes, during the implementation of this project. This technology will ensure the creation of a homogeneous structure containing a nanofibrous component to increase the efficiency of capturing very fine particles (1-3m) in oil or oil droplets in the air (0.1 – 1m) and a microfibrous component ensuring mechanical stability, the structural resistance and rational product of production. This filter layer will be further functionalized, laminated, and adjusted into the form of final filter belts, cartridges, or folded filter frames. During development, great emphasis will be placed on the production process’s simplicity and compactness, leading to the minimization of production costs and an acceptable final price. The project deals with the current area of industrial filtration, which offers not only high commercial potential but also covers the societal need to reduce the volume of hazardous waste and thereby minimize the environmental impact. The Nanopharma company has extensive experience in research and development, especially in nanofibrous structures for medicine, cosmetics, and the electrical industry. The presented project will fundamentally expand the company’s portfolio with filtration products with a large number of potential customers. The work on this project will enable the Nanopharma company to achieve a stronger position in the market and, through practical innovations, will significantly increase its competitiveness in the domestic and international markets.

Period

01. 05. 2024 – 30. 04. 2027

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000524

Leader

doc. Ing. Jiří Chvojka, Ph.D.

The project “Fiber composite filters for advanced methods of filtration of industrial oils” will be focused on research and development of oil filters based on a polymer composite from a mixture of micro and nanofibers, usable mainly for filtering very fine particles from industrial oils used in hydraulic, calendering, lapping or honing processes. At the same time, thanks to the optimized properties of their surface, these filters will reduce or completely prevent the unwanted extraction of additional substances from the oil. This project thus aims to remove the most significant limitations accompanying today’s possibilities of filtering industrial oils in engineering operations, which are the low efficiency of filtering particles below 3 m (ideally 1-3 m) with a sufficiently long life of the filter structure in combination with undesirable sorption of additional substances from filtered oils. These aspects then cause the wear of technical equipment, a reduction in the quality of products, and the degradation of the oil itself, which must then be replaced. Thanks to the versatility of the filtration capabilities, it will be possible to use the developed filter composite (after minor modification) for effective extraction and reuse of floating oil aerosol (up to a droplet diameter of 100 nm) during air filtration of operations. The project support will thus make it possible to develop one unique filtration platform for a wide range of engineering operations and associated technological nodes in liquid and air filtration. It is thus evident at first glance that these aspects have a significant economic and ecological impact. The company Nanopharma, as the primary solution provider, will cooperate with the Department of Nonwoven Textiles and Nanofibrous Materials of the Technical University of Liberec, which has unique Spunblown technologies supplemented by a series of specific post-processes, during the implementation of this project. This technology will ensure the creation of a homogeneous structure containing a nanofibrous component to increase the efficiency of capturing very fine particles (1-3m) in oil or oil droplets in the air (0.1 – 1m) and a microfibrous component ensuring mechanical stability, the structural resistance and rational product of production. This filter layer will be further functionalized, laminated, and adjusted into the form of final filter belts, cartridges, or folded filter frames. During development, great emphasis will be placed on the production process’s simplicity and compactness, leading to the minimization of production costs and an acceptable final price. The project deals with the current area of industrial filtration, which offers not only high commercial potential but also covers the societal need to reduce the volume of hazardous waste and thereby minimize the environmental impact. The Nanopharma company has extensive experience in research and development, especially in nanofibrous structures for medicine, cosmetics, and the electrical industry. The presented project will fundamentally expand the company’s portfolio with filtration products with a large number of potential customers. The work on this project will enable the Nanopharma company to achieve a stronger position in the market and, through practical innovations, will significantly increase its competitiveness in the domestic and international markets.

Period

01. 05. 2024 – 30. 04. 2027

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000524

Leader

doc. Ing. Jiří Chvojka, Ph.D.

The presented project is primarily focused on industrial research and development of a completely new technology for processing the curved surface of glass optical elements with significantly complicated optics, shape geometry and dimensional characteristics of the final product.

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000610

Leader

Ing. Michal Starý, Ph.D.

The presented project is primarily focused on industrial research and development of a completely new technology for processing the curved surface of glass optical elements with significantly complicated optics, shape geometry and dimensional characteristics of the final product.

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000610

Leader

doc. Ing. Vlastimil Hotař, Ph.D.

The proposed project aims on the contingent claim framework in connection with novel numerical tools of real options valuation to measure the embedded flexibility of various investment opportunities and to significantly improve the decision-making process. Within the project, firstly relevant real options valuation problems will be formulated by systems of governing equations or inequalities. Secondly, particular numerical tools based on discontinuous Galerkin method and wavelet methods will be analyzed, ranging from individual one-factor models to advanced multiple factor ones, including stochastic model parameters or other random variables, all with respect to various categories of real options. Simultaneously with the valuation procedure, the attention will be paid to linking properties of developed numerical schemes to the entire decision-making process from the practical and theoretical point of view. As a result, this implementation procedure will lead to proper and factual interpretation of investment, especially with respect to case studies of practical significance.

Period

01. 01. 2022 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

22-17028S

Leader

RNDr. Mgr. Jiří Hozman, Ph.D.

Širší, ale i vzdělávací diskuse se v České republice stále vyrovnává s „dědictvím“ komunistické totality, která proměnila mentalitu a každodennost české společnosti, vědy, školy a vzdělávání. Mnohdy za tím stojí i nedostatečná kritická reflexe tohoto období. Výzkumný projekt analyzuje utváření a transfer pedagogického vědění a proměnu praktik pedagogické vědy na příkladu instituce Pedagogického ústavu J.A.Komenského Československé akademie věd v letech 1948-1968. Analýza se zaměřuje na otázku ideologizace, sovětizace, politické instrumentalizace a snahy o udržení vědecké autonomie pedagogiky pod totalitní kontrolou moci. Téma je zpracováno pomocí metod rekonstrukce utváření, změny a „rezistence“ pedagogického vědění a diskurzivní analýzou „kolektivní odborné paměti“. Výsledky budou publikovány v zahraničních časopisech (impact/Scopus) a v zahraniční publikované monografii a využívány při síťování interdisciplinárních mezinárodních vědeckých týmů. Projekt doplní mezeru v mezinárodním výzkumu k roli pedagogické vědy v totalitních společnostech „východního bloku“.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

25-16883S

Website

www.gacr.cz

Leader

prof. PhDr. Tomáš Kasper, Ph.D.

The project will deal with the practical application of the “energy harvesting” technology in such areas of engineering, where there are events with significant operational oscillations and it is difficult, economically disadvantageous and above all environmentally disadvantageous to power various additional devices with electric cells.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000018/001N

Leader

prof. Ing. Iva Petríková, Ph.D.

In line with the updated European Innovation Agenda, actions supported by GreenStep will test new approaches to increase the capacity of innovation ecosystems in regions, with the aim of intensifying interregional cross-border cooperation and strengthening integration into EU value chains. GreenStep activities will also facilitate cross-border cooperation between innovation ecosystem actors at regional level to increase their capacity to participate in future calls under the Interregional Innovation Investment Facility and other EU support policies. Priority is given to capacity development actions and pilot investment projects related to the green and digital transition and smart industry. The Liberec Region will benefit from strengthening the visibility of the regional innovation ecosystem and its actors and building key links at European level. The GreenStep project will also bring a number of opportunities for regional companies and innovation actors, strengthening the entire regional innovation ecosystem and ensuring greater dynamism and sustainable growth for business and R&D actors.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101180298

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

Developing Europe’s energy system towards net-zero in 2050 as stated in the European SET Plan (20) requires a variety of innovative energy system solutions in which H2 will play a vital role. To secure sufficient and stable green H2 supply over time, storage of excess H2 is crucial to help avoid further consumption of non-renewables in high-demand seasons. A technological challenge is to find and operate flexible, large- scale storage solutions for H2. Underground/subsurface storage in caverns and reservoirs/aquifers has been proposed as a promising solution, but many questions on what will happen with H2 when injected into the living subsurface remain unanswered and overlooked. In close cooperation with energy companies, storage operators and service companies (see section 3) we want to advance the understanding of subsurface energy storage sites by assessing the most critical identified risk: microbial conversion. In our proposed project HyLife, we will focus on underground H2 storage and microbial activity inside the storage sites. Microbial activity can heavily influence storage viability, safety and economics by consuming H2 and producing the toxic, corrosive and explosive gas H2S. The possible microbial processes must be understood from a field-specific point of view and on an experimental level to properly estimate the risks, pinpoint favourable storage sites, and avoid or mitigate potential operational failures. This is important to secure a continuous and long-term energy supply despite intermittent renewable energy production, a key factor in achieving social acceptance of a renewable energy system. By including business assessment of the microbial risks and potentially needed mitigation efforts, the project brings in a valuable cross-cutting dimension, which is of great interest to the industry sector. The project goals are directly in line with the 3 European Green Deal, the European SET plan and the mission innovation of the CETPartnership to empower the clean energy transition, pool European knowledge and excellence and accelerate clean energy technologies. We will directly impact national and international policy makers as the new knowledge will be important for defining legal frameworks for full-scale deployment of H2 underground storage.

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 30. 09. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TH83020003

Leader

Mgr. Kateřina Černá, Ph.D.

Developing Europe’s energy system towards net-zero in 2050 as stated in the European SET Plan (20) requires a variety of innovative energy system solutions in which H2 will play a vital role. To secure sufficient and stable green H2 supply over time, storage of excess H2 is crucial to help avoid further consumption of non-renewables in high-demand seasons. A technological challenge is to find and operate flexible, large- scale storage solutions for H2. Underground/subsurface storage in caverns and reservoirs/aquifers has been proposed as a promising solution, but many questions on what will happen with H2 when injected into the living subsurface remain unanswered and overlooked. In close cooperation with energy companies, storage operators and service companies (see section 3) we want to advance the understanding of subsurface energy storage sites by assessing the most critical identified risk: microbial conversion. In our proposed project HyLife, we will focus on underground H2 storage and microbial activity inside the storage sites. Microbial activity can heavily influence storage viability, safety and economics by consuming H2 and producing the toxic, corrosive and explosive gas H2S. The possible microbial processes must be understood from a field-specific point of view and on an experimental level to properly estimate the risks, pinpoint favourable storage sites, and avoid or mitigate potential operational failures. This is important to secure a continuous and long-term energy supply despite intermittent renewable energy production, a key factor in achieving social acceptance of a renewable energy system. By including business assessment of the microbial risks and potentially needed mitigation efforts, the project brings in a valuable cross-cutting dimension, which is of great interest to the industry sector. The project goals are directly in line with the 3 European Green Deal, the European SET plan and the mission innovation of the CETPartnership to empower the clean energy transition, pool European knowledge and excellence and accelerate clean energy technologies. We will directly impact national and international policy makers as the new knowledge will be important for defining legal frameworks for full-scale deployment of H2 underground storage.

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 30. 09. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TH83020003

Leader

Mgr. Kateřina Černá, Ph.D.

The project is focused on the study of bacteria phylum Pseudomonadota (P.), primarily isolated from the Zlate Hory former mine, as a potential eco-friendly tool for heavy metals remediation. P. are known for their versatile nature and use various mechanisms of adaptation to hazardous conditions. Moreover, 16S rRNA gene sequencing of P. has shown the high content of operon-clustered metal-resistant genes which stimulate the antioxidant system activation and efflux proteins synthesis. Metals are metabolized to change their oxidation state and precipitate to less harmful insoluble form. This is way ahead of the conventional methods because it does not alter the natural microenvironment, maintains the environmental legacy of historical mine sites and promotes sustainable land use practices.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

SGS-2024-3490

Leader

Mgr. Vira Velianyk

The aim of the project is to increase the safety of motorcyclists, specifically by decreasing the accident rate by means of a sophisticated software application using comparation and riding telemetry (inclination, overload and the motorcyclist’s behaviour) which will be used by driving instructors and motorcycle training instructors. The project outcomes include training of motorcyclists and instructors based on feedback on the data measured and on any measures taken to ensure safe motorcycle riding. The project goal is to increase the safety of motorcyclists in two ways: 1. Enhancing the quality of training in driving schools thanks to the new application aimed at monitoring the improvement of driving skills of the students during the course 2. Enhancing the quality courses.

Period

01. 02. 2022 – 28. 02. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

CK03000186

Leader

Ing. Bc. Marián Lamr, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to increase the safety of motorcyclists, specifically by decreasing the accident rate by means of a sophisticated software application using comparation and riding telemetry (inclination, overload and the motorcyclist’s behaviour) which will be used by driving instructors and motorcycle training instructors. The project outcomes include training of motorcyclists and instructors based on feedback on the data measured and on any measures taken to ensure safe motorcycle riding. The project goal is to increase the safety of motorcyclists in two ways: 1. Enhancing the quality of training in driving schools thanks to the new application aimed at monitoring the improvement of driving skills of the students during the course 2. Enhancing the quality courses.

Period

01. 02. 2022 – 28. 02. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

CK03000186

Leader

Ing. Bc. Marián Lamr, Ph.D.

Creation the special multilayers with specific properties on the austenitic steels. Optimalization under the laboratory conditions (high-temp. fatigue tests, erosion and cavitation wear), application as turbine components. 2. Creation a turbine blade prototype with increased entering edge resistance and its testing in a real environment. 3. Creation the special multilayers with specific properties on martensitic steels. Optimalization under the laboratory cond. (high temp. tribology and low-cycle fatigue tests), with subsequent application as overspeed devices and control elements. 4. Creation the special multilayers with specific properties on carbon steels. Optimalization under the laboratory conditions (tribology, fatigue, etc.), followed by the application as gears in compressors

Period

01. 01. 2022 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TK04020148

Leader

doc. Ing. Jaromír Moravec, Ph.D.

The project “Infrastructural background of doctoral study programs at TUL” is aimed at improving the educational infrastructure of doctoral study programs through the reconstruction of teaching spaces, modernization and addition of equipment, expansion of hardware and software equipment in order to achieve a qualitative increase in abilities and skills relevant to scientific research activity students of doctoral study programs at TUL.

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 31. 01. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

CZ.02.01.01/00/22_012/0008109

Leader

doc. RNDr. Miroslav Brzezina, CSc. dr.h.c.

The main goal of the project is to develop an innovative type of industrial shot blasting machine with a blast wheel (turbine) as a form of industrial research. The innovative shot-blasting machine will have innovative features such as an innovative solution of the blast wheel with blades, an innovative solution of tilting the abrasive distributor without the need to dis/assemble the joints, an innovative solution in the field of wheel balancing that reduces downtime, the ability to remotely monitor the wheel balance using sensors and the Internet of Things (IoT). Within the project, 5 outputs will be achieved (3 functional samples and 2 utility models).

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

Leader

doc. Ing. Michal Petrů, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to promote innovative international, cross-sectoral and interdisciplinary research and innovation collaboration through the exchange of personnel and the sharing of knowledge and ideas at all stages of the innovation chain. The project should offer new skills and career development opportunities for participating staff. The research area will focus on nature-based solutions for water purification.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2028

Zdroj

EUK

Code

Leader

doc. Fatma Yalcinkaya, Ph.D. M.Sc.

The project deals with the optimization of dissolved air flotation and induced flotation processes applied in water management (drinking water treatment, wastewater treatment) and their innovation in order to achieve higher efficiency and energy savings. The project will construct semi-operational flotation units combining different methods of air bubble generation (pressure flotation, mechanical gas injection using porous plates or multiphase pump). The whole process will be extended by an innovative element in the form of the implementation of nanobubbles, whose properties will be exploited to achieve a higher separation efficiency of the whole process. The project will make a major contribution to expanding the knowledge of the influence of input conditions on the flotation process in real applications. The knowledge gained will lead to process optimisation and allow easy adaptation of the technology to the nature of the incoming water and to the specific needs of the customer. The main output of the project will be a proven technology combining standard processes of air microbubble flotation with nanobubble flotation, applicable to drinking water treatment and industrial wastewater treatment (food industry (dairies, slaughterhouses, poultry and meat plants), petrochemical industry, paper industry) Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 01. 07. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000551

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

The project deals with the optimization of dissolved air flotation and induced flotation processes applied in water management (drinking water treatment, wastewater treatment) and their innovation in order to achieve higher efficiency and energy savings. The project will construct semi-operational flotation units combining different methods of air bubble generation (pressure flotation, mechanical gas injection using porous plates or multiphase pump). The whole process will be extended by an innovative element in the form of the implementation of nanobubbles, whose properties will be exploited to achieve a higher separation efficiency of the whole process. The project will make a major contribution to expanding the knowledge of the influence of input conditions on the flotation process in real applications. The knowledge gained will lead to process optimisation and allow easy adaptation of the technology to the nature of the incoming water and to the specific needs of the customer. The main output of the project will be a proven technology combining standard processes of air microbubble flotation with nanobubble flotation, applicable to drinking water treatment and industrial wastewater treatment (food industry (dairies, slaughterhouses, poultry and meat plants), petrochemical industry, paper industry) Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 01. 07. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000551

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

A WWTP with MBR technology is no longer a step into the unknown or a theoretical solution. The number of implementations and the growing interest of water infrastructure operators and technology suppliers show that the membrane bioreactor can be classified as a stable technology for wastewater treatment. The excellent quality of the treated wastewater is then a good basis for its reuse, which may become a necessity in the future. Massive deployment of the technology is hindered and one of the biggest drawbacks for investors and operators is the operating costs of MBR. Among the highest operating costs is electricity. Of the total electricity consumption of an urban MBR WWTP, more than half is consumed by the blower below the membrane module, whose operation is essential to ensure the flow of the activation mixture around the membrane plates. A significant benefit for further scaling up of MBR technology and also an objective of this project is the energy optimisation of ensuring the flow of activated sludge around the membranes. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000552

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

A WWTP with MBR technology is no longer a step into the unknown or a theoretical solution. The number of implementations and the growing interest of water infrastructure operators and technology suppliers show that the membrane bioreactor can be classified as a stable technology for wastewater treatment. The excellent quality of the treated wastewater is then a good basis for its reuse, which may become a necessity in the future. Massive deployment of the technology is hindered and one of the biggest drawbacks for investors and operators is the operating costs of MBR. Among the highest operating costs is electricity. Of the total electricity consumption of an urban MBR WWTP, more than half is consumed by the blower below the membrane module, whose operation is essential to ensure the flow of the activation mixture around the membrane plates. A significant benefit for further scaling up of MBR technology and also an objective of this project is the energy optimisation of ensuring the flow of activated sludge around the membranes. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000552

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to achieve a new type of 3D biomass carrier characterized by a unique structure and the presence of advanced (nano)materials. The application of this carrier will be in the field of aquatic biotechnology, specifically e.g. in wastewater treatment plants or in larger water bodies, where the carrier will ensure the maintenance of slow-growing and specific microorganisms able to metabolize pollutants and thus achieve a better chemical-biological state of the waters. Secondarily, efforts will be made to functionalize the nanofibrous surfaces on the carrier (e.g. by using enzymes or other biologically active substances – “3D bionarrier”) to create a suitable environment for the growth and maintenance of specific microorganisms demanding conditions essential for their metabolism or for the use of these microorganisms in highly stressed environments.

Period

01. 08. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0001074

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to achieve a new type of 3D biomass carrier characterized by a unique structure and the presence of advanced (nano)materials. The application of this carrier will be in the field of aquatic biotechnology, specifically e.g. in wastewater treatment plants or in larger water bodies, where the carrier will ensure the maintenance of slow-growing and specific microorganisms able to metabolize pollutants and thus achieve a better chemical-biological state of the waters. Secondarily, efforts will be made to functionalize the nanofibrous surfaces on the carrier (e.g. by using enzymes or other biologically active substances – “3D bionarrier”) to create a suitable environment for the growth and maintenance of specific microorganisms demanding conditions essential for their metabolism or for the use of these microorganisms in highly stressed environments.

Period

01. 08. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0001074

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to develop an in-house sampling system for automatic sampling of water treatment plants and wastewater treatment plants. This sampling system will be integrated into the control system (CS) of the relevant technology and will thus be able to respond to the variables already measured and used by the existing CS. These are mainly smaller plants of water and wastewater treatment plants where a stationary sampler is not yet installed or new installations of IPR Aqua s.r.o. As part of the development of the sampling system, a system for measuring basic physicochemical parameters (pH, temperature, ORP, turbidity) that are not integrated in the existing technology at the sampling position will also be developed, applied and verified. The major advantage is the saving of operational costs associated with the sampler travel for the installation of the mobile sampler and the possibility of immediate start-up of the sampler based on process monitoring and evaluation by the technologist based on remote management. The use of own system of monitoring of basic physicochemical parameters brings significant investment and operational savings in comparison with the costs of foreign companies operating on the market (Hach-Lange s.r.o., Enders-Hauser s.r.o., WTW s.r.o. and others), where the purchase costs of probes, transmitters and especially hourly rates of technicians are 2 – 3 times higher than the normal rates of Czech technology companies. The sampling system will take samples of both plain and trickling water, in particular according to ISO 5667-10 (757051) Water quality. Sampling. Part 10: Guidelines for wastewater sampling, but not exclusively. As the sampling system will be connected to an industrial computer (preferably a PLC – programmable logic controller), it will be possible to change the relevant sampling methodology by simply changing the software, according to local or national practices and regulations. For more on the integration of the sampler, see chapter 2.1. The developed samplers will be marketed on the Czech market, but mainly abroad, through the main beneficiary IPR Aqua s.r.o., which designs and implements treatment and purification technologies in the Czech Republic and neighbouring countries, and by using the network of business contacts of the parent company Dekonta a.s. The developed samplers will therefore be offered separately or as part of complex technologies.

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 28. 02. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000795

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to develop an in-house sampling system for automatic sampling of water treatment plants and wastewater treatment plants. This sampling system will be integrated into the control system (CS) of the relevant technology and will thus be able to respond to the variables already measured and used by the existing CS. These are mainly smaller plants of water and wastewater treatment plants where a stationary sampler is not yet installed or new installations of IPR Aqua s.r.o. As part of the development of the sampling system, a system for measuring basic physicochemical parameters (pH, temperature, ORP, turbidity) that are not integrated in the existing technology at the sampling position will also be developed, applied and verified. The major advantage is the saving of operational costs associated with the sampler travel for the installation of the mobile sampler and the possibility of immediate start-up of the sampler based on process monitoring and evaluation by the technologist based on remote management. The use of own system of monitoring of basic physicochemical parameters brings significant investment and operational savings in comparison with the costs of foreign companies operating on the market (Hach-Lange s.r.o., Enders-Hauser s.r.o., WTW s.r.o. and others), where the purchase costs of probes, transmitters and especially hourly rates of technicians are 2 – 3 times higher than the normal rates of Czech technology companies. The sampling system will take samples of both plain and trickling water, in particular according to ISO 5667-10 (757051) Water quality. Sampling.Part 10: Guidelines for wastewater sampling, but not exclusively. As the sampling system will be connected to an industrial computer (preferably a PLC – programmable logic controller), it will be possible to change the relevant sampling methodology by simply changing the software, according to local or national practices and regulations. For more on the integration of the sampler, see chapter 2.1. The developed samplers will be marketed on the Czech market, but mainly abroad, through the main beneficiary IPR Aqua s.r.o., which designs and implements treatment and purification technologies in the Czech Republic and neighbouring countries, and by using the network of business contacts of the parent company Dekonta a.s. The developed samplers will therefore be offered separately or as part of complex technologies.

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 28. 02. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000795

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

The following objectives and work packages should be pursued: 1. interdisciplinary arts education vs. science education –>. Education to support the further development of culture and science 2. mutual networking –> learning about the Czech-Saxon region, traditional and modern urban scientific and technical developments –> collaboration of scientists and artists at different levels and genres –> implementation of joint networking with development of dissemination strategies. 3. realization in practice –> networking in practice –> familiarization with the practical activities of the different actors and linking of activities (e.g. lab vs. studio and linking them, recording added value) –> carrying out physical work, workshops, further education and presentation of results at exhibitions, fairs, conferences –> use of the lab environment (e.g. use of the laboratory as an exhibition space (e.g. laboratory as an exhibition space, use of the laboratory as an exhibition space). Use of the laboratory environment (e.g. modification of surfaces for functionality, application of fibrous structures, use of different materials and their recyclates, use of different technologies for artistic purposes) –> Use of the studio environment (e.g. painting, sculpture, digital art) –> Orientation towards the results of the interconnection, also with regard to different disciplines (medicine, technical sciences, humanities and social sciences…). 4. work with the public on a contemporary, print and digital level –> print media, homepages, social media, newsletter (also in print), radio and television on a regional and national level, various events –> including Chemnitz Cultural Capital 2025. 5. data management –> creation of a virtual space for the exchange of data, images, reports and project results 6. follow-up strategy after the end of the project period.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

SAB

Code

2000577946

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Bc. Hana Křížová, Ph.D.

The following objectives and work packages should be pursued: 1. interdisciplinary arts education vs. science education –>. Education to support the further development of culture and science 2. mutual networking –> learning about the Czech-Saxon region, traditional and modern urban scientific and technical developments –> collaboration of scientists and artists at different levels and genres –> implementation of joint networking with development of dissemination strategies. 3. realization in practice –> networking in practice –> familiarization with the practical activities of the different actors and linking of activities (e.g. lab vs. studio and linking them, recording added value) –> carrying out physical work, workshops, further education and presentation of results at exhibitions, fairs, conferences –> use of the lab environment (e.g. use of the laboratory as an exhibition space (e.g. laboratory as an exhibition space, use of the laboratory as an exhibition space). Use of the laboratory environment (e.g. modification of surfaces for functionality, application of fibrous structures, use of different materials and their recyclates, use of different technologies for artistic purposes) –> Use of the studio environment (e.g. painting, sculpture, digital art) –> Orientation towards the results of the interconnection, also with regard to different disciplines (medicine, technical sciences, humanities and social sciences…). 4. work with the public on a contemporary, print and digital level –> print media, homepages, social media, newsletter (also in print), radio and television on a regional and national level, various events –> including Chemnitz Cultural Capital 2025. 5. data management –> creation of a virtual space for the exchange of data, images, reports and project results 6. follow-up strategy after the end of the project period.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

SAB

Code

100693266

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Bc. Hana Křížová, Ph.D.

Microbial infections challenge successful treatment of many injuries. New technologies accelerating healing, reducing microbial risks, and not increasing a chance of antimicrobial resistance are intensively sought. The project aims to develop electrospun nanofibrous materials with shish-kebab structure (NFSK) mimicking bactericidal structures occurring on insect´s wings. The possibility of targeted influencing of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells interactions with the NFSKs via morphology and structure modifications will be investigated. The ideal NFSK should inhibit growth of undesirable microorganisms without the need of functionalization, and be biocompatible. Microbial interactions with the NFSKs in forms of single fibers and layers, specifically adhesion, biofilm formation, oxidative stress response, and degradation will be analyzed. Further, biocompatibility of the NFSKs will be verified. Proposed set of objectives has not been reported in literature so far, thus the project deliverables can significantly facilitate the development of a new generation of biomaterials.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

23-05154S

Leader

prof. RNDr. David Lukáš, CSc.

The goal of the project is to increase the information and data literacy of students and the professionals from the fields of technical sciences, humanities and arts. In particular, through the possibility and ability to use a new digital tool- neural networks and artificial intelligence, and thereby enable users not only effective, but also creative orientation in the abundance of data and information resources within the range of topics of their own profession, for which A°D°A will be trained. Understanding the interrelationships in the dynamic system of the current world and creating models for predicting its development increases the degree of adaptability of the entire society to possible future developments – creativity and adaptability are the basic components of resilience.

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 30. 11. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ01000298

Leader

Ing. Josef Novák, Ph.D.

Optional refresher course in high school mathematics, physics and geometry. It is intended for FM, FE, FS, FT and FUA students. The course takes place every year before the beginning of the semester.

Period

01. 01. 2018 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

Code

Leader

doc. RNDr. Jana Příhonská, Ph.D.

The subject of the project is the development of a multi-sensor detector for indoor spaces with regard to the effective reduction of material costs (production) as well as their subsequent assembly. The current multisensor detector has a construction from the 1990s and contains a large number of connecting elements that not only lengthen but also make the completion of the detector more expensive.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

KÚLK

Code

Leader

Ing. Filip Véle

Climate changes (CC) pose a risk to water resources availability in many CE countries. The regions need to increase resilience to extreme weather events as urban droughts and floods as well as depletion of urban groundwater (GW) resources. Both falling groundwater levels in long term and the excessive amounts of water in short period become urgent risks to be tackled by adequate water management practises. The project aims to enhance the capacity of regions in CE for climate change resilience in the aspect of urban water resources management by joint development of climate-adaptation solutions. The project solutions to be adopted by public administrations and water management bodies will result in a behavioural change in water management and spatial planning practices to increase the resilience to climate change in regions. Key innovation is provided through the integral consideration of water management issues being part of regional and city related wider climate change adaptation concepts and the comprehensive water management approach. The cooperation network of 11 organisations will jointly develop and implement 6 pilot actions, 8 solutions, 6 action plans and a managament strategy to the benefit of cities, regions and related water management and water supply organisations. All solutions will have innovative character and have not been used so far in the involved regions. The transnational cooperation of the partners from various regions is needed to gather exemplification of key aspects to be tackled and related regional expertise. Working at transnational level will increase the capacity and enhance the knowledge transfer to reduce barriers to effective climate change adaptation of regions. We expect that the network and best practise demonstrated will increase awareness of local and regional policy makers encouraging further implementation of jointly developed strategy, action plans and solutions to climate change adaptation in the context of urban water management.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

CE0100184

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

Climate changes (CC) pose a risk to water resources availability in many CE countries. The regions need to increase resilience to extreme weather events as urban droughts and floods as well as depletion of urban groundwater (GW) resources. Both falling groundwater levels in long term and the excessive amounts of water in short period become urgent risks to be tackled by adequate water management practises. The project aims to enhance the capacity of regions in CE for climate change resilience in the aspect of urban water resources management by joint development of climate-adaptation solutions. The project solutions to be adopted by public administrations and water management bodies will result in a behavioural change in water management and spatial planning practices to increase the resilience to climate change in regions. Key innovation is provided through the integral consideration of water management issues being part of regional and city related wider climate change adaptation concepts and the comprehensive water management approach. The cooperation network of 11 organisations will jointly develop and implement 6 pilot actions, 8 solutions, 6 action plans and a managament strategy to the benefit of cities, regions and related water management and water supply organisations. All solutions will have innovative character and have not been used so far in the involved regions. The transnational cooperation of the partners from various regions is needed to gather exemplification of key aspects to be tackled and related regional expertise. Working at transnational level will increase the capacity and enhance the knowledge transfer to reduce barriers to effective climate change adaptation of regions. We expect that the network and best practise demonstrated will increase awareness of local and regional policy makers encouraging further implementation of jointly developed strategy, action plans and solutions to climate change adaptation in the context of urban water management.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

CE0100184

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

Climate changes (CC) pose a risk to water resources availability in many CE countries. The regions need to increase resilience to extreme weather events as urban droughts and floods as well as depletion of urban groundwater (GW) resources. Both falling groundwater levels in long term and the excessive amounts of water in short period become urgent risks to be tackled by adequate water management practises. The project aims to enhance the capacity of regions in CE for climate change resilience in the aspect of urban water resources management by joint development of climate-adaptation solutions. The project solutions to be adopted by public administrations and water management bodies will result in a behavioural change in water management and spatial planning practices to increase the resilience to climate change in regions. Key innovation is provided through the integral consideration of water management issues being part of regional and city related wider climate change adaptation concepts and the comprehensive water management approach. The cooperation network of 11 organisations will jointly develop and implement 6 pilot actions, 8 solutions, 6 action plans and a managament strategy to the benefit of cities, regions and related water management and water supply organisations. All solutions will have innovative character and have not been used so far in the involved regions. The transnational cooperation of the partners from various regions is needed to gather exemplification of key aspects to be tackled and related regional expertise. Working at transnational level will increase the capacity and enhance the knowledge transfer to reduce barriers to effective climate change adaptation of regions. We expect that the network and best practise demonstrated will increase awareness of local and regional policy makers encouraging further implementation of jointly developed strategy, action plans and solutions to climate change adaptation in the context of urban water management.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

CE0100184

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

Climate changes (CC) pose a risk to water resources availability in many CE countries. The regions need to increase resilience to extreme weather events as urban droughts and floods as well as depletion of urban groundwater (GW) resources. Both falling groundwater levels in long term and the excessive amounts of water in short period become urgent risks to be tackled by adequate water management practises. The project aims to enhance the capacity of regions in CE for climate change resilience in the aspect of urban water resources management by joint development of climate-adaptation solutions. The project solutions to be adopted by public administrations and water management bodies will result in a behavioural change in water management and spatial planning practices to increase the resilience to climate change in regions. Key innovation is provided through the integral consideration of water management issues being part of regional and city related wider climate change adaptation concepts and the comprehensive water management approach. The cooperation network of 11 organisations will jointly develop and implement 6 pilot actions, 8 solutions, 6 action plans and a managament strategy to the benefit of cities, regions and related water management and water supply organisations. All solutions will have innovative character and have not been used so far in the involved regions. The transnational cooperation of the partners from various regions is needed to gather exemplification of key aspects to be tackled and related regional expertise. Working at transnational level will increase the capacity and enhance the knowledge transfer to reduce barriers to effective climate change adaptation of regions. We expect that the network and best practise demonstrated will increase awareness of local and regional policy makers encouraging further implementation of jointly developed strategy, action plans and solutions to climate change adaptation in the context of urban water management.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 03. 2026

Zdroj

EUK

Code

CE0100184

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.

MELINA project aims to develop new trainings in response to lighting growing market due to emerging LED technologies.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101179276

Website

https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/calls/capacity-building-in-the-field-of-higher-education-strand-2-0

Leader

prof. Ing. Michal Vik, Ph.D.

MELINA project aims to develop new trainings in response to lighting growing market due to emerging LED technologies.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101179276

Website

https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/calls/capacity-building-in-the-field-of-higher-education-strand-2-0

Leader

prof. Ing. Michal Vik, Ph.D.

Comprehensive design for the connection of MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) and MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor) to create a hybrid system for improving the quality of effluent at WWTP; Compilation and testing of MBR technology, also include the choice of a suitable membrane; Detailed characterization of the already developed new type of composite biomass carrier and its laboratory testing in the proposed MBBR post-nitrification system; Modification of MBR and MBBR technologies based on laboratory test results; Completion of hybrid technology and its pilot verification at real WWTPs; Determination of operational, technical-technological and economic parameters of individual modules of technology and technology as a whole; Introduction of technology to the national and international market.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010045

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

Comprehensive design for the connection of MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) and MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor) to create a hybrid system for improving the quality of effluent at WWTP; Compilation and testing of MBR technology, also include the choice of a suitable membrane; Detailed characterization of the already developed new type of composite biomass carrier and its laboratory testing in the proposed MBBR post-nitrification system; Modification of MBR and MBBR technologies based on laboratory test results; Completion of hybrid technology and its pilot verification at real WWTPs; Determination of operational, technical-technological and economic parameters of individual modules of technology and technology as a whole; Introduction of technology to the national and international market.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010045

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The subject of the project is to develop a completely new part of the welding gun for plastics, namely the metal cover of the heating cartridge. This part is currently produced by welding different types of pipes, which then form a single unit. The disadvantage of the current state is the small possibility of individualization of this part, which leads to disadvantageous conditions of air flow around the heating cartridge and possible overheating on the outside of the part. This often results in injury to the operator when changing the nozzle that clamps onto the end of this cover. Deploying 3D metal printing to this part will bring significant savings in the time it takes to manufacture the part and further reduce weight. This fact will lead to a reduction in fatigue during welding and an increase in work safety.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 07. 2025

Zdroj

KÚLK

Code

Leader

Ing. Michal Ackermann, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to design a multisensor monitoring system based on artificial intelligence designed to reduce the health risk and improve safety of IRS members in real time. The Smart Professional Clothing System will also enable remote tracking of wearers at the commander’s station during routine and CBRN incidents in complicated terrain to improve commander’s decision-making. The system will consist of professional clothing for IRS members, which will ensure optimal thermophysiological, sensory and ergonomic comfort of the user and will be equipped with a modular telemetry multisensor system that allows real-time monitoring and intelligent adaptive evaluation of health and environmental stress of the wearer based on his personal profile created using artificial intelligence.

Period

01. 01. 2022 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MV

Code

VJ02010031

Website

https://www.isvavai.cz/cep?s=jednoduche-vyhledavani&ss=detail&n=0&h=VJ02010031

Leader

doc. Ing. Antonín Havelka, CSc.

The project focuses on the development of hardware and firmware for a modular electronic battery management system with high functional safety, primarily for use in electric vehicles. The project research activities will focus on the design and validation of advanced algorithms for precise detection of the state of charge and algorithms for predicting the condition of the state of health of battery storage. The modularity of the device must allow deployment in applications targeting both high energy or power density while reflecting the functional safety requirements of modern battery systems. The output of the project will be a prototype modular electronic battery management system and a functional sample of a lithium battery storage system for traction applications.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010575

Leader

Ing. Pavel Jandura, Ph.D.

The main goal of the project is the use of nanomaterials in the analysis of samples of various matrices. The main focus will be on their effective pre-treatment and subsequent use in chromatographic separations. The project will test various nanofiber polymers for functional use as advanced materials for the extraction of complex biological, food and environmental matrices in chromatographic analysis. Furthermore, various applications will be developed for the new products, which will find wide application in the toxicological, pharmaceutical or environmental field.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010698

Leader

doc. Ing. Jiří Chvojka, Ph.D.

Research Infrastructure (RI) NanoEnviCz III is a continuation of a successful scientific platform for the effective cooperation of project partner organizations and their external users. RI is focused on the development, preparation, characterization, and application of conceptually new nanostructured materials for a sustainable environment, its protection, and remediation. RI offers services in the field of environmental nanocatalysis, energy conversion, detection, capture, and degradation of pollutants. At the same time, RI deals with toxic effects and other risks connected with nanomaterials.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

LM2023066

Website

www.nanoenvicz.cz

Leader

doc. RNDr. Michal Řezanka, Ph.D.

Nanofibrous materials provide attractive properties in various areas of research. Sample preparation is an integral and usually the most complicated part of the analytical procedure that includes removal of problematic parts of the sample (interfering matrix components, proteins, lipids), as well as the pre-concentration of target analytes. The main goal of the project is using the nanofibers to increase the extraction speed, reduce the consumption of samples and solvents, increase the selectivity by the online coupling of nano-extraction with chromatography system. Next goal of the project is to test functionalized nanofibers for online extraction of biological, food and environmental matrices in chromatographic analysis. Native nanofiber polymers, graphene composite materials, chemically modified and newly functionalized nanofibers will be tested in terms of off-line and on-line extraction for the analysis of complex samples. The use of different types of chemically modified and functionalized nanofibers will increase the selectivity of the extraction towards the target analytes.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

23-05586S

Leader

doc. Ing. Jiří Chvojka, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to establish the foundations of a National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing of Polymeric Materials with an emphasis on promoting environmentally and energy efficient production, a cradle-to-cradle approach, efficient use of raw materials and their recycling, the use of waste natural and synthetic materials – all in line with the goals of the Green Deal and the circular economy. This centre would be established in Liberec and builds on the combined strengths of the coordinator, leading research organisations and industrial partners to create a strong research agenda for the efficient green use of raw materials and energy, increasing the contribution of additive technologies to industry and making it a robust source of projects for the proposed centre.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2028

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000033

Leader

Ing. Jiří Šafka, Ph.D.

The project will continue research carried out in the Scientific and Didactic Laboratory of Nanotechnology and Material Technologies, Silesian University of Technology. The currently conducted scientific work has shown new possibilities of construction and designing using additive technologies for the manufacturing of construction elements. Cooperation with scientists of the Department of Mechanical Parts and Mechanisms, Technical University of Liberec, who deal in the design and manufacturing of mechanical devices for years will have a positive impact on the implementation of the project. The main scientific goal of the project is to develop of new design machine parts of 3D printer intended for producing construction elements to building construction. The advantage of 3D printing over traditional construction in terms of investment implementation time or the ability to create non-standard projects turns out to be very valuable in many situations, including: quick reconstruction of damage after natural disasters such as fires, floods, earthquakes. Such actions will help reduce the effects of humanitarian crises and rebuild infrastructure in a shorter time. Although 3D printing in construction and civil engineering is still conceptual in nature, several currently inhabited buildings have already been created using this technology. The investigations within the project will focus on designing of construction parts for 3D printer enabling the additive manufacturing of ceramic building materials such as concrete, clay or other materials etc. It is planned to design a table and a printer mechanism with a head enabling the extrusion of ceramic slurry. The problem of storing and feeding material to the print head also requires solving. Pneumatic, piston or screw feeders can be used. As part of the project, a system for drying/binding printouts will be developed to ensure their proper stability during the process. The investigations in the frame of the project will focus on: • Designing machine parts and platform and mechanism of a 3D printer. • Selection of the appropriate method of feeding ceramic/composite slurry. • Optimization of the printouts drying/curing system. • An attempt to create a prototype of the device. The project will create knowledge and experience transfer opportunities between scientists from the Czech Republic and Poland in additive manufacturing area. The project results will be published in a jointly prepared scientific paper.

Period

30. 09. 2024 – 30. 06. 2025

Zdroj

Visegradské fondy

Code

# 52410433

Leader

Ing. Katarzyna Ewa Loś, Ph.D.

An important milestone, which was the development of a new hybrid high-pressure ammunition caliber 6.8 mm, started a new generation of assault weapons. New ammunition achieving a greater effective range and capable of overcoming ballistic defense at a greater distance compared to conventional ammunition also brings a technological challenge to the defense industry. The currently used materials for gun barrel production do not meet the strict requirements for mechanical and technological properties. The research and development of materials that will be able to keep up with the demands of new generation ammunition and that will meet the strict criteria of the defense industry is an important step for the development of the materials and technologies used in this sector.

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 30. 04. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000069/008

Leader

Ing. Jiří Šafka, Ph.D.

The project is focused on the development of new algorithm to quantify the flicker severity from voltage measurements in electricity distribution grids. The present flicker severity metric was developed decades ago. It estimates the irritation of human observer by the light flicker of a reference incandescent lamp. The algorithm was optimized to disturbances generated by arc furnaces and adapted to the limited computational capabilities in the past. Recent fundamental changes in terms of lamp types (e.g. light emitting diode based lamps), common disturbance sources (e.g. photovoltaic installations) and instrumentation capabilities raise concerns about the suitability of the present algorithm. This project identifies the most common disturbance patterns in present electricity grids caused by modern power electronic equipment, how human observers are irritated by them considering modern illumination systems and develop new lamp and observation-irritation models. Based on such holistic analysis, a novel algorithm to evaluate flicker disturbances in modern electricity grids is developed.

Period

01. 07. 2022 – 30. 06. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

22-10074K

Leader

Ing. Leoš Oldřich Kukačka, Ph.D.

The goal of the project is an energetically and economically efficient heating technology of thermoplastic (TP) composite tapes, which is a key part of the Automatic Fiber Placement (AFP) technology. The goals of the project will be achieved by optimization of energy flows from the low-investment IR emitter to the heated tape using a system of optical elements and an intelligent control system. The technology will be an alternative to the established, expensive laser heating. The new technology will be verified by the aim of test stand, for which the driving SW, controlling the heating, laminate layup and the manipulator movement will also be developed. The main deliverable is a utility model of the heating technology investigated and its functional sample.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ15000291

Leader

Ing. Vojtěch Miller

Robots supplied by the company “machine building” are very often used for MIG/MAG welding technologies. Programming a robot for the welding process is quite time-consuming and therefore economically demanding. In order to simplify the whole process, a system for optical tracking of tool movement during manual welding will be designed. The recorded trajectory is then transferred to the robot program. The whole programming process will be significantly shortened (in the order of tens of hours). The direct consequence is significant cost savings and the availability of robotic welding technology also for small production.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000018/15

Leader

prof. Ing. Iva Petríková, Ph.D.

Recent researchers have rekindled the field of computational fluid dynamics to unleash this powerful tool to predict flow analysis and exploit different techniques to enhance any system component’s performance. In this research, computational Fluid Dynamics simulation will be conducted to model heat transfer behavior for some components, such as the plate heat exchanger, food tray energy storage, and electric boat propellers. The results will aim to provide a well-founded framework for applying CFD with detailed procedures in the analysis to address and predict the impact of the examined component characteristics and map its performance. Moreover, this technique will be used to study the operational characteristics such as the system COP, the exergy efficiency, the reduced power consumption, and the exergy destruction to optimize the overall performance and improve the efficiency. In addition, machine learning and multiobjective optimization approaches will be applied to optimize different CFD simulation parameters.

Period

01. 02. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

Code

SGS-2023-5323

Leader

Anas F A Elbarghthi, Ph.D.

The proposed project addresses the topic of the area of ​​specialization (simply put, a priority field) specified in the Strategy of Intelligent Specialization for the territory of the Liberec Region. Specifically, it is in line with the point Electronics, electrical engineering, ICT and optics, because within the project a modular predictive model of the galvanizing line will be created, which in the first phase (within this project) will enable the optimization of production on the existing line. In later stages, however, it can be used, for example, to search for weak points in the line and verify any technical modifications before their implementation.

Period

01. 05. 2024 – 30. 06. 2025

Zdroj

KÚLK

Code

Leader

doc. Ing. Tomáš Martinec, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to determine the critical technological parameters of the denitrification and post-denitrification process, selection and long-term pilot verification of suitable external organic substrate that will lead to the elimination of the formation of unwanted nitrogen oxides (NOx) – significant greenhouse gases. It turns out that it is the appropriate (well biodegradable) organic substrate, its ratio to the nitrogen concentration, residence time, metabolic load and nitrate recycling that determine the complete (post-)denitrification process, i.e. the biological reduction of nitrate nitrogen, which ideally takes place down to nitrogen gas and does not produce unwanted intermediate products, i.e. nitrite and NOx. Long-term verification and detailed monitoring on a real WWTP will thus allow very valuable operational data to be obtained.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ03000856

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is to determine the critical technological parameters of the denitrification and post-denitrification process, selection and long-term pilot verification of suitable external organic substrate that will lead to the elimination of the formation of unwanted nitrogen oxides (NOx) – significant greenhouse gases. It turns out that it is the appropriate (well biodegradable) organic substrate, its ratio to the nitrogen concentration, residence time, metabolic load and nitrate recycling that determine the complete (post-)denitrification process, i.e. the biological reduction of nitrate nitrogen, which ideally takes place down to nitrogen gas and does not produce unwanted intermediate products, i.e. nitrite and NOx. Long-term verification and detailed monitoring on a real WWTP will thus allow very valuable operational data to be obtained.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ03000856

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The project aims to reduce the concentration of micropollutants in the effluent from the WWTP. For this purpose, a hybrid system of quaternary wastewater treatment (WWT) will be developed, enabling the effective removal of micropollutants and, in parallel, the decisive operating parameters of the secondary and tertiary WWT will be optimized with regard to the efficiency and operating costs of the quaternary WWT. Both outputs of the project will be verified at the municipal WWTP, on the basis of which the economic demands of the quaternary WWT and the WWT process as a whole will be determined. Determination of quaternary WWT costs is essential information for all WWTP operators due to the current proposal of the EU directive on municipal WWT (revised version of Directive 91/271/EEC).

Period

01. 04. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

SS07020159

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

The subject of the project is the optimization of the construction of the plastic frame, the verification of EMC parameters and the performance of temperature resistance tests of the E31 control display, including the introduction of any recommendations so that the final device can be put on the market as soon as possible.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 30. 09. 2025

Zdroj

KÚLK

Code

Leader

Ing. Jiří Šafka, Ph.D.

The main goal of the project is investigation of the origin of dangerous aeroelastic effects in turbines and compressors. In the case of the last low-pressure stages of modern large turbines, the technology heads towards long and slender blades subjected to high subsonic or supersonic flow. In these conditions, the blades are prone to flow-induced vibrations and fatigue failure of the blade with potentially catastrophic consequences. With the gradual transition to renewable energy sources, whose power output varies considerably in time, there is also an increasing need to adjust accordingly the power output of classical thermal and nuclear power plants. Turbines need to be more frequently operated in off-design conditions, which further increases the risk of flutter or non-synchronous vibrations of the blades. A similar problem arises in the case of front stages of modern turbofan aircraft engines. The project will promote cooperation between the Czech and US teams, which have vast experience and worldwide reputation in this field. The Aeroelasticity group from the Duke University, N.C., USA is a world-leading team in the field of computational modeling of aeroelastic problems in turbomachines. Within this project, which will be funded on the American side by the GUIde consortium, the Duke Aeroelasticity team will develop computational methods and numerical codes based on eigenvalues of linearly unstable modes and harmonic balance analysis of limit cycle oscillations. Both these techniques work in the frequency domain. Compared to standard CFD and FSI simulations in time domain, they have substantially lower computational cost and provide better global insight into the behavior of nonlinear coupled dynamic systems. The Czech team, composed of researchers from the Institute of Thermomechanics of the Czech Academy of Sciences and Faculty of Mechatronics of the TUL, will be responsible for the experimental part of the project. The team will take advantage of decades of experience with research of flow in blade cascades and special experimental equipment of the Aerodynamic laboratory of IT CAS, where a high-speed wind tunnel is available together with a test section for transonic blade cascades and a variety of measurement equipment. Moreover, the experience of the key team member J. Lepicovsky with blade flutter research at NASA Glenn Research Center and Lockheed-Martin will be highly beneficial. With the equipment and experience at hand, the Czech team is one of the very few laboratories worldwide qualified for experimental research of flutter and NSV in transonic blade cascades at high reduced frequencies. Within the Czech part of the project, new modules will be designed and fabricated to the present test sections. Specifically, the boundary layer suction, instrumented blade for the NSV research and a new drive mechanism for blade excitation will be proposed and fabricated. Based on results of computations from Duke University and auxiliary CFD simulations of the Czech team, a test section for the NSV research will be designed. The frequency range and incidence angles where aerodynamic instabilities arise will be detected. Using the external blade excitation, the lock-in effect will be investigated and the aerodynamic loading and oscillation amplitudes within this dangerous region will be measured. In the next phase, we will investigate the origin, mechanisms and conditions for the blade flutter with variable inter-blade phase angle. Using advanced experimental techniques, such as fast-response pressure measurements with miniature Kulite pressure transducers in the blades, strain-gauge measurements, laser measurements of the blade deformation, thermoanemometric probes, pressure-sensitive paints and optical methods (shadowgraphy, schlieren and interferometry), the aerodynamic loads, oscillation amplitudes, shock wave dynamics and nature and frequency properties of the aerodynamic instabilities will be investigated.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

LUAUS23231

Website

https://www.msmt.cz/vyzkum-a-vyvoj-2/vyhlaseni-verejne-souteze-v-programu-inter-excellence-ii-4

Leader

doc. Ing. Petr Šidlof, Ph.D.

The aim is to develop high performance composites with functional properties for the engineering, construction and marine industries. The material is composed of a geopolymer matrix reinforced with fibres and fillers of natural or synthetic origin. The result will be an environmentally friendly composite suitable for underwater applications, providing more durable materials for corrosion protection of hazardous wrecks and critical underwater infrastructure, for construction purposes in turbulent and highly polluted environments, including protection from hazardous materials in wrecks. The specific part will be created in the form of prefabricated or 3D printed elements with the ability to be installed underwater. Desired properties: high compressive strength, low deformability, high resistance to water, chemicals including salts and chlorine, bioerosion, hazardous waste, oils and abrasion, long life, eco-friendliness, cost-effectiveness and low toxicity.

Period

01. 06. 2022 – 31. 05. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TH80020007

Leader

doc. Ing. Adam Hotař, Ph.D.

The project aims to research materials for soil and groundwater remediation using in situ chemical oxidation (ISCO). The objective is to develop materials capable of gradually releasing and activating the oxidizing agent and verify their practical applicability. The materials will be based on potassium persulfate supplemented with suitable activators based on solid waste materials (e.g. iron chips), and thickeners. Laboratory testing will determine the optimal mixture, which will be applied at a real contaminated site. The site will undergo detailed characterization, and the impact of the developed oxidizing agent application will be monitored. The project outcomes will include 2 utility models of the materials (for 2 types of contamination) and a verified technology for their application.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TM05000018

Leader

RNDr. Jan Němeček, Ph.D.

The project aims to research materials for soil and groundwater remediation using in situ chemical oxidation (ISCO). The objective is to develop materials capable of gradually releasing and activating the oxidizing agent and verify their practical applicability. The materials will be based on potassium persulfate supplemented with suitable activators based on solid waste materials (e.g. iron chips), and thickeners. Laboratory testing will determine the optimal mixture, which will be applied at a real contaminated site. The site will undergo detailed characterization, and the impact of the developed oxidizing agent application will be monitored. The project outcomes will include 2 utility models of the materials (for 2 types of contamination) and a verified technology for their application.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TM05000018

Leader

RNDr. Jan Němeček, Ph.D.

The focus of this research will be on comparing the ways how are the languages of the Polish minority in Czechia and German minority in Poland used and promoted in media, social networks and public space and to what extent is the promotion of minority language used to promote the long-term resilience of these minorities.

Period

02. 10. 2024 – 01. 10. 2028

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

Leader

doc. Mgr. Hynek Böhm, Ph.D.

The project focuses on the implementation of the LLM chatbot in the engineering production environment with the aim of effectively solving the communication and information needs of the production process. Specifically, it involves creating a chatbot connected to proprietary data sources such as SQL databases, ERM and CRM applications, and document repositories to create a knowledge base and single source of truth for manufacturing information.

Period

01. 10. 2024 – 31. 05. 2025

Zdroj

KÚLK

Code

Leader

Jakub Zach

The individual activities of the project are planned in relation to the objectives and activities set out in the Programme for Supporting the Development of Higher Education: Preparation for the Implementation of the Reform of Doctoral Studies. Each objective of the Programme is divided into sub-activities and associated outputs. In the course of the project, 8 meetings of representatives of HEIs of the whole consortium (Vice-Rectors and/or persons delegated by them) will be implemented, in some activities Round Tables (the content of which will be suitably structured into interrelated topics) and working group meetings (on-line only) will be implemented. The implementation of the activities is planned in relation to the Programme’s requirement regarding the deadlines for the implementation of each objective. The fulfilment of individual objectives, the implementation of project activities and the demonstration of outputs are, however, significantly determined by the final form of the related legislation. This is Act No. 111/1998 Coll. – Act on Higher Education Institutions and on Amendments and Additions to Other Acts (Act on Higher Education Institutions) and its current amendment. The final form of the amendment will be known only during the project implementation, which may significantly affect the project implementation. The greatest risk in relation to the above is seen in Objective 1.2. In principle, the project activities are planned in such a way that each of them reflects the cooperation of all participating HEIs. At the same time, however, the current status of the agenda at each participating HEI and the scope of activities to be implemented internally at each participating HEI are reflected. TUL is involved in all activities of the project. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

Leader

prof. Dr. Ing. Petr Lenfeld

The strategic objective of the project is to significantly improve the cooperation between science and business in order to transfer the latest know-how and technologies in the field of materials research. The project will focus on strengthening cross-border support structures in the target region Czech Republic – Saxony. Specifically, we plan to build a cross-border cooperation centre, where universities, research organisations and businesses in the region will be connected. This joint Czech-Saxon platform will be designed for representatives of universities, industrial enterprises and other research organisations across a wide range of industries involved in materials research and innovation. This platform will accelerate the transfer of the latest scientific knowledge from the research sphere to business practice and will offer solutions to specific technological problems of companies, thereby increasing the competitiveness of SMEs in particular. It will also inform about the possibilities and requirements for technology transfer in a given research issue and will also provide professional administrative services to companies in the solution and development of new research topics for further application in their practice, as well as in science and research programmes.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

SAB

Code

Leader

Mgr. Adam Blažek, MBA

The strategic objective of the project is to significantly improve the cooperation between science and business in order to transfer the latest know-how and technologies in the field of materials research. The project will focus on strengthening cross-border support structures in the target region Czech Republic – Saxony. Specifically, we plan to build a cross-border cooperation centre, where universities, research organisations and businesses in the region will be connected. This joint Czech-Saxon platform will be designed for representatives of universities, industrial enterprises and other research organisations across a wide range of industries involved in materials research and innovation. This platform will accelerate the transfer of the latest scientific knowledge from the research sphere to business practice and will offer solutions to specific technological problems of companies, thereby increasing the competitiveness of SMEs in particular. It will also inform about the possibilities and requirements for technology transfer in a given research issue and will also provide professional administrative services to companies in the solution and development of new research topics for further application in their practice, as well as in science and research programmes.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2027

Zdroj

SAB

Code

100693265

Leader

Mgr. Adam Blažek, MBA

The strategic objective of the project is to significantly improve the cooperation between science and business in order to transfer the latest know-how and technologies in the field of materials research. The project will focus on strengthening cross-border support structures in the target region Czech Republic – Saxony. Specifically, we plan to build a cross-border cooperation centre, where universities, research organisations and businesses in the region will be connected. This joint Czech-Saxon platform will be designed for representatives of universities, industrial enterprises and other research organisations across a wide range of industries involved in materials research and innovation. This platform will accelerate the transfer of the latest scientific knowledge from the research sphere to business practice and will offer solutions to specific technological problems of companies, thereby increasing the competitiveness of SMEs in particular. It will also inform about the possibilities and requirements for technology transfer in a given research issue and will also provide professional administrative services to companies in the solution and development of new research topics for further application in their practice, as well as in science and research programmes.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2027

Zdroj

SAB

Code

100693265

Leader

Mgr. Adam Blažek, MBA

The strategic objective of the project is to significantly improve the cooperation between science and business in order to transfer the latest know-how and technologies in the field of materials research. The project will focus on strengthening cross-border support structures in the target region Czech Republic – Saxony. Specifically, we plan to build a cross-border cooperation centre, where universities, research organisations and businesses in the region will be connected. This joint Czech-Saxon platform will be designed for representatives of universities, industrial enterprises and other research organisations across a wide range of industries involved in materials research and innovation. This platform will accelerate the transfer of the latest scientific knowledge from the research sphere to business practice and will offer solutions to specific technological problems of companies, thereby increasing the competitiveness of SMEs in particular. It will also inform about the possibilities and requirements for technology transfer in a given research issue and will also provide professional administrative services to companies in the solution and development of new research topics for further application in their practice, as well as in science and research programmes.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2027

Zdroj

SAB

Code

100693265

Leader

Mgr. Adam Blažek, MBA

Patent application – reimbursement of costs – A method of producing a linear nanofibrous structure in an alternating electric field, a device for performing this method and a device for producing a nanofibrous thread.

Period

09. 06. 2022 – 31. 08. 2025

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/05/22_004/0001405

Leader

doc. Ing. Martin Bílek, Ph.D.

Patent application – reimbursement of costs – Method of spinning a polymer solution or melt using alternating electric voltage and a device for performing the method (EP Application)

Period

03. 05. 2023 – 31. 08. 2025

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/05/22_004/0002566

Leader

doc. Ing. Martin Bílek, Ph.D.

Patent application – reimbursement of costs – Method of producing a linear nanofibrous structure in an alternating current (AC) electric field from a polymer solution or polymer melt, and a device for performing the method

Period

02. 09. 2022 – 31. 08. 2025

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/05/22_004/0002690

Leader

doc. Ing. Martin Bílek, Ph.D.

The main objective is to develop and introduce into industrial production an innovative technology for the production of glass components from recycled glass (glass waste) by sintering and to create conditions for the expansion of the applicant’s product range not only in the field of glass jewellery, but also in the construction segment (tiles) and in the segment of new glass components. The implementation of the project will enable the use of recyclates of different chemical composition, but also to implement a new and unique process using the technology of extrusion, forming, cutting and machining of semi-finished products for sintering. Another sub-objective is the use of Industry 4.0 principles and the realisation of supply chain interconnection through the transfer of customer data.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010386

Leader

doc. Dr. Ing. Ivan Mašín

The main objective is to develop and introduce into industrial production an innovative technology for the production of glass components from recycled glass (glass waste) by sintering and to create conditions for the expansion of the applicant’s product range not only in the field of glass jewellery, but also in the construction segment (tiles) and in the segment of new glass components. The implementation of the project will enable the use of recyclates of different chemical composition, but also to implement a new and unique process using the technology of extrusion, forming, cutting and machining of semi-finished products for sintering. Another sub-objective is the use of Industry 4.0 principles and the realisation of supply chain interconnection through the transfer of customer data.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010386

Leader

doc. Dr. Ing. Ivan Mašín

The main objective of the “Metallica” project is to initiate cooperation between Dr. Haneklaus and his team from UWK on the topic “reducting heavy metal pollution in agriculture. Results of the projet will be to submit (at least) two joint journal papers to authoritative peer-reviewed journals such as to Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Q1-Journal, Impact Factor 5.052) as well as Bioresource Technology (Q1-Journal, Impact Factor 11.889). Besides, we will apply for larger follow-up funding that would allow us to conduct additional cutting-edge research.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

8J24AT037

Leader

dr hab. Ing. Stanislaw Witold Waclawek, Ph.D.

The present project proposal has two main objectives. The first objective is to describe and quantify the amount of microplastics released in systems used for vertical farming. This objective will be fulfilled using advanced analytical methods established at TUL. Based on the results obtained, a solution will then be developed to reduce the production and possibly eliminate the released microplastics in vertical farming. This second objective of the project will involve advanced material treatments (coating) combined with innovative filtration systems. Both objectives of the present project aim to improve the quality of plastic systems used for vertical farming, which is a dynamic and growing sector for food production.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ16000053

Leader

dr hab. Ing. Stanislaw Witold Waclawek, Ph.D.

The present project proposal has two main objectives. The first objective is to describe and quantify the amount of microplastics released in systems used for vertical farming. This objective will be fulfilled using advanced analytical methods established at TUL. Based on the results obtained, a solution will then be developed to reduce the production and possibly eliminate the released microplastics in vertical farming. This second objective of the project will involve advanced material treatments (coating) combined with innovative filtration systems. Both objectives of the present project aim to improve the quality of plastic systems used for vertical farming, which is a dynamic and growing sector for food production.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ16000053

Leader

dr hab. Ing. Stanislaw Witold Waclawek, Ph.D.

The project’s primary goal is to research and develop fibrous materials with functional properties produced by the magnetron deposition of antimicrobial coatings on fibrous materials. The primary purpose of R&D activities will be to design and implement technical means – technology for the deposition of metals on fibrous materials. Functional models of deposition systems will be created, which will enable semi-operational production (Low Volume Deposition System) and, subsequently also industrial production (Large Volume Deposition System). Furthermore, the R&D of new progressive fibrous materials improved with the functional coatings (antimicrobial or with other functional properties) will be carried out in a vacuum deposition system by the means of magnetron sputtering in the inert gas.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010192

Leader

doc. Mgr. Irena Šlamborová, Ph.D.

The project’s primary goal is to research and develop fibrous materials with functional properties produced by the magnetron deposition of antimicrobial coatings on fibrous materials. The primary purpose of R&D activities will be to design and implement technical means – technology for the deposition of metals on fibrous materials. Functional models of deposition systems will be created, which will enable semi-operational production (Low Volume Deposition System) and, subsequently also industrial production (Large Volume Deposition System). Furthermore, the R&D of new progressive fibrous materials improved with the functional coatings (antimicrobial or with other functional properties) will be carried out in a vacuum deposition system by the means of magnetron sputtering in the inert gas.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010192

Leader

doc. Mgr. Irena Šlamborová, Ph.D.

The aim of the project will be research and development of special protective clothing with antibacterial and antiviral effects for pandemic situations for the public. Protective clothing will be solved in the application of nanofibers on a textile substrate with additives antiviral and antibacterial, next based on special fibers with antiviral and antibacterial effects and fibers that absorb UV radiation. For temperature monitoring and monitoring the amount of UV radiation, wearable electronics will be integrated into Smart clothing, It will enable the use of the latest technological possibilities in the field of telemedicine to improve the care of the population in emergency situations. The smart application will have NFC tags for sophisticated maintenance and use.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010021

Leader

doc. Ing. Antonín Havelka, CSc.

The aim of the project will be research and development of special protective clothing with antibacterial and antiviral effects for pandemic situations for the public. Protective clothing will be solved in the application of nanofibers on a textile substrate with additives antiviral and antibacterial, next based on special fibers with antiviral and antibacterial effects and fibers that absorb UV radiation. For temperature monitoring and monitoring the amount of UV radiation, wearable electronics will be integrated into Smart clothing, It will enable the use of the latest technological possibilities in the field of telemedicine to improve the care of the population in emergency situations. The smart application will have NFC tags for sophisticated maintenance and use.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW06010021

Leader

doc. Ing. Antonín Havelka, CSc.

3D printing technology is a current perspective trend. Printers for plastics and metals dominate in industry, however, 3D printing of silica and ceramic materials still remains a challenge. The presented project will focus on research of new silica matters applicable to robocasting (robotic 3D printing technology). Initially, the rheological properties of silica matter and appropriate viscosity will be tested. These findings will be used as input data for numerical modeling of the flow of extruded matter. The second part of the project will deal with the practical verification of the numerical model with use of robocasting, simultaneously input parameters of extrusion will be fined (flow properties of extruded matter, flow velocity, robot velocity, and robot trajectory definition).

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 30. 11. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

SGS-2023-5393

Leader

doc. Ing. Vlastimil Hotař, Ph.D.

Asphericon s.r.o. as a market leader in precision optical elements, it has long been directing its activities towards the full robotization of production processes for serial production. In recent years, also thanks to R&D projects, significant progress has been made in this area. Necessary steps for the introduction of autonomous production are the development of a measuring device based on the principle of absolute interferometry for automatic measurement of the shape of optical surfaces and the development of a robotic workplace for precise optical production.

Period

01. 06. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000628

Leader

Ing. Pavel Psota, Ph.D.

The aim of the project is technical innovation and energy optimization of the current yarn production technology and, based on the obtained knowledge, to improve the economics of textile yarn production and achieve significant savings in energy and material consumption.Important components of the carding and rotor spinning machine, whose innovation and energy optimisation can achieve energy and material savings, will be analysed in detail and thus reduce the operating costs of the spinning mills. Research and development of selected textile machine components will be carried out with the aim of saving energy by improving the aerodynamic properties of these components without affecting the quality of the resulting textile products.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

FW10010384

Leader

doc. Ing. Petr Šidlof, Ph.D.

The project “Sustainable Remediation of Radionuclide Impacts on Land and Critical Materials Recovery (SURRI)” aims to establish a multinational shared research agenda and project pipeline for addressing the challenges radionuclides pose to land remediation and materials recovery, with a particular focus on rare earth elements (REE) and other critical elements, in order to facilitate more efficient cycling and management of water, soil and material resources. The topic is highly relevant to facilitating the circular use of land, water and several key materials. Investigating the mitigation of radionuclide problems has been rather a “Cinderella” subject for land and waste management research, where the focus has been on organic and inorganic chemical contamination. However, radionuclides present widespread and difficult problems for Society at large and achieving the “Green Deal” in particular. The research concept is based on the integration of electrochemical and microbiological interventions, which can be applied, in-situ or ex-situ, to provide new tools to unlock the remediation of radionuclide affected sites, and facilitate the recovery of material resources from radionuclide-impacted wastes, and so reduce reliance on virgin (and non-EU) sources. The project is coordinated by the Technical university of Liberec (TUL, CZ) with the participation of the University of Grenada (Sp) and University of Southampton (UK). The two internationally leading partners in the field will help TUL to reach five specific objectives – to advance its research excellence in radionuclide impact mitigation, to develop a shared research vision and supporting research agenda for a virtual R&I centre, to raise the research profile of TUL staff, and to develop an international network of supporters, contributors and participants in the proposed virtual centre.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101079345

Leader

prof. Dr. Ing. Miroslav Černík, CSc.

The project “Sustainable Remediation of Radionuclide Impacts on Land and Critical Materials Recovery (SURRI)” aims to establish a multinational shared research agenda and project pipeline for addressing the challenges radionuclides pose to land remediation and materials recovery, with a particular focus on rare earth elements (REE) and other critical elements, in order to facilitate more efficient cycling and management of water, soil and material resources. The topic is highly relevant to facilitating the circular use of land, water and several key materials. Investigating the mitigation of radionuclide problems has been rather a “Cinderella” subject for land and waste management research, where the focus has been on organic and inorganic chemical contamination. However, radionuclides present widespread and difficult problems for Society at large and achieving the “Green Deal” in particular. The research concept is based on the integration of electrochemical and microbiological interventions, which can be applied, in-situ or ex-situ, to provide new tools to unlock the remediation of radionuclide affected sites, and facilitate the recovery of material resources from radionuclide-impacted wastes, and so reduce reliance on virgin (and non-EU) sources. The project is coordinated by the Technical university of Liberec (TUL, CZ) with the participation of the University of Grenada (Sp) and University of Southampton (UK). The two internationally leading partners in the field will help TUL to reach five specific objectives – to advance its research excellence in radionuclide impact mitigation, to develop a shared research vision and supporting research agenda for a virtual R&I centre, to raise the research profile of TUL staff, and to develop an international network of supporters, contributors and participants in the proposed virtual centre.

Period

01. 01. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101079345

Leader

prof. Dr. Ing. Miroslav Černík, CSc.

The goal of the project is to use the existing extensive measuring infrastructure at the Uhelná location to develop a forecast system for groundwater levels applicable in the longer term to other locations in the Czech Republic. The research goal is to explain significant drops in groundwater levels in the Bohemian Cretaceous Basin. A partial goal is the installation of continuous monitoring of the vadose zone: measurement of soil moisture profiles at selected points, and measurement of the water content in the deep vadose zone. Crucial are numerical models: a surface model including runoff, infiltration, and evapo-transpiration; a 3D model of the deep vadose zone and the upper part of the phreatic zone. For the data assimilation and learning of the models the Kalman filter will be used.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

SS06010280

Leader

doc. Mgr. Jan Březina, Ph.D.

The main goal of the sub-project is to create a prototype of a printhead for 3D printers of the Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) or Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) type, which will include an additional device based on the principle of continuous plasma activation of the printed area or aerosol application of the primer.

Period

01. 07. 2023 – 30. 06. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000033/DP59

Leader

Ing. Karolína Voleská, Ph.D.

The project is focused on the research and development of a new technology for the continuous production of multi-layer nanofibrous composite material and on the development of laboratory equipment implementing this technology, whereby multi-layer/sandwich materials will be composed of different nanofibrous layers or their combinations. The principle of production of these materials will be based on a new method of spinning polymer solutions by the effect of an alternating electric field (AC electrospinning). The project is also focused on research and development of multilayer/sandwich nanofibrous materials, which find significant technical, medical and bioengineering applications.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TN02000018/015

Website

www.kts.tul.cz

Leader

doc. Ing. Jan Valtera, Ph.D.

The project aims at research and development in the field of recycling technologies for washing water from sand filters in swimming pools with an emphasis on the issue of the possible accumulation of disinfection byproducts (DBPs), which can represent a potential health risk. A filter based on an innovative sorption material (surface-modified carbon nanotubes) will be developed, which will effectively eliminate the monitored DBPs. The filter will be designed as part of the washing water recycling technology. The output from the technology will be usable as dilution water, i.e. it will meet the indicators for drinking water according to Decree No. 252/2004 Coll. and at the same time it will effectively eliminate selected DBPs. The technology will be semi-operationally verified in the real operation of the swimming pool.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ03000388

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

The project aims at research and development in the field of recycling technologies for washing water from sand filters in swimming pools with an emphasis on the issue of the possible accumulation of disinfection byproducts (DBPs), which can represent a potential health risk. A filter based on an innovative sorption material (surface-modified carbon nanotubes) will be developed, which will effectively eliminate the monitored DBPs. The filter will be designed as part of the washing water recycling technology. The output from the technology will be usable as dilution water, i.e. it will meet the indicators for drinking water according to Decree No. 252/2004 Coll. and at the same time it will effectively eliminate selected DBPs. The technology will be semi-operationally verified in the real operation of the swimming pool.

Period

01. 01. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ03000388

Leader

Ing. Mgr. Lukáš Dvořák, Ph.D.

One of the most serious long-term environmental problems is the presence of microplastics in the air and in all types of water around the world, which is constantly increasing. In addition to chronic effects on the humans, microplastics also have a negative effect on microbial communities, zooplankton, fish, birds, and aquatic macrophytes, with toxicity being influenced by the shape, size, and chemistry of the materials. Common fibrous microplastics are mostly based on polyolefins, which usually float on water due to their low density. However, in surface waters, a significant proportion of microplastics (>30%) is made up of fiber fragments released from textile products mostly made of polymers with a higher density. These microplastics include particles released from synthetic fibers and fibers based on natural polymers, which are relatively stiff and resistant to degradation. Because textile fiber microplastics have different chemical composition due to the substances used in dyeing and chemical treatment of textiles, more toxic decomposition products and much more difficult elimination from the environment can be expected. A large amount of textile fibers enters the aquatic environment during textile production and the first three washing cycles. These fibers will likely have a completely different effect on organisms than fibers released into the environment by slow weathering. There is a surprising lack of information about this phenomenon, which is why research on it is a key part of the proposed project. Currently, there is also a strong emphasis on recycling textiles, including those containing synthetic polymers. However, very little is known about the potential risks associated with the increased release of fibrous microplastics from recycled textiles. Fibrous microplastics can also be vectors for the transport of dangerous substances such as antibiotics or perfluoroalkyl chemical substances (PFAS). Then, they can be rereleased when the physical and chemical conditions of the environment change. We therefore want to pay increased attention to this issue. The project is generally focused on a comprehensive study of problems related to the occurrence of textile fiber microplastics in aquatic ecosystems. The project team on both the Czech and American sides will therefore mainly deal with: Separating fibrous microplastics from surface water and sediment samples, analyzing their occurrence, geometry, morphology, and chemical composition and determining which are textile microplastics and which microplastics are dominant. Creating fibrous microplastics (the dominant types) in the textile production process and simulating the generation of microplastics by mechanical separation. Analyzing mechanical manifestations from the creating of microplastics. Studying the adsorption/desorption of common antibiotics and PFAS in textile microplastics. Studying the specific effects of different types of textile microplastics, including fibers from recycled materials, on aquatic organisms (bacteria, green algae, aquatic macrophytes, pearl oysters, and fish). Risks assessment for the subsurface freshwater environment

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

LUAUS23054

Leader

RNDr. Alena Ševců, Ph.D.

In our project, we are going to study the impact of both forced and voluntary population transfers, which occured after the end of World War II, on the Czech-Polish cross-border cooperation. These transfers caused a significant change in the composition of the population of Czech-Polish borderland and caused actually a “twofold borderland”: the original Germanspeaking population was forced to leave territories of both Czechoslovakia and Poland in the western part of the mutual border – which is the entire length of the border between Bohumín /Chalupki and Czech-Polish-German trilateral border. The very eastern part of the border between Bohumín/Chalupki and the Czech-Polish-Slovak trilateral border is in a different situation, as the population change was not so major there. We are going to identify the impacts of these changes on the mutual cross-border co-operation on the entire length of the border. We will verify the hypothesis expecting the more profound integration in the eastern part of the border.

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

GAČR

Code

23-04226L

Website

https://gacr.cz/vyhlaseni-soutezi-pro-rok-2023/

Leader

RNDr. Artur Boháč, Ph.D.

The city of Liberec is the only Czech city selected among the 100 Climate neutral and smart cities. This project is one of the city’s activities on the trajectory to achieve the declared mission. It focuses on the systematic preparation of the initiation of the sustainable Energy Community Liberec which will require systemic changes in the city of Liberec. Initiation of the Energy CommunityEnergy Community Liberec can serve as a tool to strengthen the engagement of citizens and stakeholders in climate change issues and at the same time promote increased use of renewable energy that will contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The systematic approach consists of a series of interlinked activities in the energy and transport emission domains. In addition to energy, which has a clear link to the emergence of the Energy Community Liberec, transport was chosen. In the transport emission domain, pilot activities will focus on the preparation of a roadmap for the development of infrastructure for transport electrification. In addition to the necessary reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, transport electrification will imply higher demand on the distribution grid and electricity consumption. At the same time its flexibility potential related to energy storage associated with the development of E-mobility can be exploited. One of the issues being explored are the possibilities of linking e-mobility and community energy development, tailored to the city of Liberec. The project will focus on technical issues (mapping technologies both on the consumption and production side and how to overcome the barriers to implement them, roadmap for the development of transport electrification), contractual issues (how to build the contractual relationships within the community), and especially on the side of communication with potential stakeholders and members of the Energy Community Liberec. Much attention will be paid to gathering stakeholder feedback and building a communication platform that will target potential community members and the wider public. The project also aims to initiate the formation of the Energy Community Liberec itself. Pilot activities aim to address several issues: i) low level of renewable energy sources, ii) insufficient/missing electrification of transport vehicles in terms of private, public and freight transport, iii) insufficient communication and cooperation among all stakeholders, iv) need of social, systemic innovation contributing to behavioral change (new governance model) in the city to initiate the Energy Community Liberec development. The aim of the project is to establish a long-term relationship between the city and the Technical University of Liberec in order to apply and disseminate innovative approaches from the academic sector and, on the other hand, to get feedback on the city’s activities from the academic sector.

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 31. 03. 2025

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101036519

Leader

doc. Ing. Michal Petrů, Ph.D.

The city of Liberec is the only Czech city selected among the 100 Climate neutral and smart cities. This project is one of the city’s activities on the trajectory to achieve the declared mission. It focuses on the systematic preparation of the initiation of the sustainable Energy Community Liberec which will require systemic changes in the city of Liberec. Initiation of the Energy CommunityEnergy Community Liberec can serve as a tool to strengthen the engagement of citizens and stakeholders in climate change issues and at the same time promote increased use of renewable energy that will contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The systematic approach consists of a series of interlinked activities in the energy and transport emission domains. In addition to energy, which has a clear link to the emergence of the Energy Community Liberec, transport was chosen. In the transport emission domain, pilot activities will focus on the preparation of a roadmap for the development of infrastructure for transport electrification. In addition to the necessary reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, transport electrification will imply higher demand on the distribution grid and electricity consumption. At the same time its flexibility potential related to energy storage associated with the development of E-mobility can be exploited. One of the issues being explored are the possibilities of linking e-mobility and community energy development, tailored to the city of Liberec. The project will focus on technical issues (mapping technologies both on the consumption and production side and how to overcome the barriers to implement them, roadmap for the development of transport electrification), contractual issues (how to build the contractual relationships within the community), and especially on the side of communication with potential stakeholders and members of the Energy Community Liberec. Much attention will be paid to gathering stakeholder feedback and building a communication platform that will target potential community members and the wider public. The project also aims to initiate the formation of the Energy Community Liberec itself. Pilot activities aim to address several issues: i) low level of renewable energy sources, ii) insufficient/missing electrification of transport vehicles in terms of private, public and freight transport, iii) insufficient communication and cooperation among all stakeholders, iv) need of social, systemic innovation contributing to behavioral change (new governance model) in the city to initiate the Energy Community Liberec development. The aim of the project is to establish a long-term relationship between the city and the Technical University of Liberec in order to apply and disseminate innovative approaches from the academic sector and, on the other hand, to get feedback on the city’s activities from the academic sector.

Period

01. 03. 2023 – 31. 03. 2025

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101036519

Leader

doc. Ing. Michal Petrů, Ph.D.

The main objective is to strengthen the social and political leadership role of Ukrainian universities in order to support a sustainable transformation of Ukraine. An established inter- and transdisciplinary educational network will foster innovative approaches in teaching and applied research and support Ukrainian universities on their way to sustainable university management. In addition, students will be empowered to act as change agents for sustainable and risk-aware development.

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 30. 08. 2025

Zdroj

EUK

Code

2023-1-DE01-K220-HED-000157119

Website

www.hnee.de

Leader

Ing. Katarzyna Ewa Loś, Ph.D.

The project innovates the teacher training study programmes at FP TUL in response to the approval of the national Framework of Competences for Teacher Training Graduates. The project will react to the emerging subject-specific frameworks, and to changes in society (AI, the need for lifelong flexibility of competences) as well. The project is in concord with the reforms of undergraduate teacher training study. Teacher education at FP TUL will be innovated by the project activities, as well as by international and national cooperation.

Period

01. 03. 2024 – 31. 07. 2027

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

CZ.02.02.XX/00/23_019/0008386

Leader

Mgr. Zuzana Pechová, Ph.D.

Activities will be aligned with the green transformation and sustainability objectives, with an emphasis on building a learning environment that contributes to skills development. This objective aims at supporting the development of new curricula, courses and the creation of new lifelong learning courses in the field of green transformation and sustainability, so that current and future students and lifelong learners acquire the knowledge necessary for a more sustainable way of life. Another goal of the project is to create a Sustainability Strategy and strategic partnerships.

Period

01. 04. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

NPO_TUL_MSMT-2141/2024-4

Leader

doc. Ing. Dora Kroisová, Ph.D.

The main objective of the project is to modernize the current NanoEnviCz VVI and maintain its functionality and flexibility in the range of services and expertise provided. For this purpose, 6 new instruments are to be purchased to completely replace the obsolete instruments, which are, however, necessary for the continued functioning of the VVI. These are mainly techniques for the characterisation of synthesised and studied nanomaterials. These techniques are offered and used in the widest range of services offered and have the highest number of requests for use in user projects.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

CZ.02.01.01/00/23_015/0008171

Leader

doc. RNDr. Michal Řezanka, Ph.D.

The Lump Sum related to research mobility of Andrzej Lokowic at CXI for the academic year 2024/2025.

Period

01. 09. 2024 – 30. 06. 2025

Zdroj

Visegradské fondy

Code

52410479

Leader

dr hab. Ing. Stanislaw Witold Waclawek, Ph.D.

Concrete, bentonite and steel are materials mostly used in civil engineering. With their unique properties, they are candidate materials for the main components of engineered barrier systems for high-level waste repositories. Multiple studies have described the chemical and mechanical interactions of concrete in this extremely harsh environment. However, the interaction from the biogeochemical point of view, and especially the role of microorganisms in these processes, is not fully understood. Previously published data and results of our recent projects showed the involvement of microorganisms (fungi and/or bacteria) in many processes influencing the long-term stability of these materials. In this project, we would like to focus on the interaction between fungi and bacteria and how they can affect to the durability of low-pH concrete. Studying microbial and fungal communities coexisting in an aerobic biofilm may give us a deeper understanding of their mutual relationship as well as their incidence in the surrounding environment.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

MŠMT

Code

SGS-2024-3485

Leader

Dúc Trung Lé

The project will be focused on the influence of process parametrs (feed, cutting speed, depth of cut, width of cut, orientation of fibers in composites and cutting tool geometry) on the quality of machining biocomposite systems.

Period

01. 02. 2024 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

Code

SGS-2024-5456

Leader

Ing. Martin Váňa

The goal of the project is the development and testing of nanofiber cosmetic masks. A significant innovation compared to existing solutions will be the carrier nanofibrous material based on chitosan. This biocompatible, biodegradable and nanofibrous material is widely used in medical applications and ensures good user properties of nanofibers. It has been confirmed that its application in dermatology does not cause skin irritation and promotes its healing. A significant benefit compared to face masks based on synthetic nanofibers is the biodegradability of chitosan and at the same time its extraction from secondary raw materials (waste from the fishing industry).

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000959

Leader

Ing. Miroslava Rysová, Ph.D.

The goal of the project is the development and testing of nanofiber cosmetic masks. A significant innovation compared to existing solutions will be the carrier nanofibrous material based on chitosan. This biocompatible, biodegradable and nanofibrous material is widely used in medical applications and ensures good user properties of nanofibers. It has been confirmed that its application in dermatology does not cause skin irritation and promotes its healing. A significant benefit compared to face masks based on synthetic nanofibers is the biodegradability of chitosan and at the same time its extraction from secondary raw materials (waste from the fishing industry).

Period

01. 10. 2023 – 31. 12. 2026

Zdroj

MPO

Code

CZ.01.01.01/01/22_002/0000959

Leader

Ing. Miroslava Rysová, Ph.D.

The goal is to develop an effective hybrid wastewater treatment technology (physical-chemical; biological separation) that will remove drugs, their metabolites, and other micropollutants causing environmental contamination from concentrated wastewater produced by medical facilities. For this purpose, heterogeneous catalysis and subsequent purification of decomposed products in the biofilm system will be primarily tested. Attention will also be focused on the sorption system, which should mainly serve as an insurance element of the comprehensive technology. The goal is to create a hybrid solution that, with its construction and concept, becomes easily accessible and applicable to a wide range of operators of sewage treatment infrastructure without representing an extreme economic burden.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

SS06020091

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The goal is to develop an effective hybrid wastewater treatment technology (physical-chemical; biological separation) that will remove drugs, their metabolites, and other micropollutants causing environmental contamination from concentrated wastewater produced by medical facilities. For this purpose, heterogeneous catalysis and subsequent purification of decomposed products in the biofilm system will be primarily tested. Attention will also be focused on the sorption system, which should mainly serve as an insurance element of the comprehensive technology. The goal is to create a hybrid solution that, with its construction and concept, becomes easily accessible and applicable to a wide range of operators of sewage treatment infrastructure without representing an extreme economic burden.

Period

01. 04. 2023 – 31. 12. 2025

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

SS06020091

Leader

Ing. Karel Havlíček, Ph.D.

The goal of the project is an energetically and economically efficient heating technology of thermoplastic (TP) composite tapes, which is a key part of the Automatic Fiber Placement (AFP) technology. The goals of the project will be achieved by optimization of energy flows from the low-investment IR emitter to the heated tape using a system of optical elements and an intelligent control system. The technology will be an alternative to the established, expensive laser heating. The new technology will be verified by the aim of test stand, for which the driving SW, controlling the heating, laminate layup and the manipulator movement will also be developed. The main deliverable is a utility model of the heating technology investigated and its functional sample.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ15000291

Leader

Ing. Vojtěch Miller

The goal of the project is an energetically and economically efficient heating technology of thermoplastic (TP) composite tapes, which is a key part of the Automatic Fiber Placement (AFP) technology. The goals of the project will be achieved by optimization of energy flows from the low-investment IR emitter to the heated tape using a system of optical elements and an intelligent control system. The technology will be an alternative to the established, expensive laser heating. The new technology will be verified by the aim of test stand, for which the driving SW, controlling the heating, laminate layup and the manipulator movement will also be developed. The main deliverable is a utility model of the heating technology investigated and its functional sample.

Period

01. 11. 2024 – 31. 10. 2026

Zdroj

TAČR

Code

TQ15000291

Leader

Ing. Vojtěch Miller

There are a number of Emerging Contaminants (EC) that must be monitored and removed at wastewater treatment plants according to newly established Czech, Polish and European standards. We propose to monitor these newly regulated compounds in treated wastewater from wastewater treatment plants on both sides of the Czech-Polish border. This will allow us to identify differences in the efficiency of EC removal and allow a cross-border exchange of knowledge on how to reduce these toxic substances in wastewater. These measures will help prevent the discharge of pollutants into water bodies that can serve as sources of drinking water.

Period

01. 01. 2025 – 31. 12. 2027

Zdroj

MMR

Code

CZ.11.01.02/00/23_011/0000164

Leader

dr hab. Ing. Stanislaw Witold Waclawek, Ph.D.

The basic environmental problem of self-managed visitor facilities (such as zoos, parks, botanical gardens, sports and entertainment facilities, etc.) is the general lack of usable water (UV) of a quality corresponding to actual needs. This leads to a high consumption of potable water (PV), which is of unnecessarily high quality. Reduction to elimination of PV consumption will be demonstrated as a primary outcome of the proposed project. The optimal solution is to reuse less polluted wastewater (WW) together with another environmental problem – increasing water retention in the landscape by recharging groundwater (GW) and surface water (SW) resources. The project will also result in a reduction of the carbon footprint by using nature-based, low-cost water treatment systems and by increasing the carbon cycle from OV within the zoo and reducing emissions in the form of OV. These issues are more or less pan-European. The project solutions are primarily targeted at zoo type visitor centres. However, the conceptual measures developed within the overall water management cycle will be easily generalisable and transferable to sports and entertainment venues, parks, botanical gardens, etc.

Period

01. 09. 2023 – 28. 02. 2027

Zdroj

EUK

Code

101114509

Leader

Ing. Tomáš Lederer, Ph.D.