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Leading Indian materials scientist Tapas K. Maji visited MEL

Leading Indian materials scientist Tapas K. Maji visited MEL

Leading expert in the field of metal-organic frameworks and their applications, particularly in electrocatalysis and photocatalysis, Professor Tapas Kumar Maji from the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) in Bangalore, India, visited the Materials-Envi Lab (MEL) at the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava. During his visit, he and local researchers agreed to collaborate in a number of research areas.

22. 9. 2026 News 9900 - Rector's Office

Photochemical ammonia removal technology tested on a working farm

Photochemical ammonia removal technology tested on a working farm

In August, researchers from the Institute of Environmental Technology at the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET), VSB – Technical University of Ostrava, tested an experimental photochemical unit for removing ammonia from exhaust air on a working farm in Slovakia.

3. 9. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

New Plasmatrons Will Enable Thermochemical Conversion of Feedstocks into Hydrogen-Rich Gas

New Plasmatrons Will Enable Thermochemical Conversion of Feedstocks into Hydrogen-Rich Gas

A research team led by Jan Najser has developed two new plasma torches with power outputs of 50 kW and 100 kW. The units are designed for the thermochemical conversion of feedstocks into synthesis gas (syngas) with a high proportion of hydrogen. The smaller plasmatron is intended primarily for experimental units, while the higher-capacity variant is ready for continuous industrial operations.

21. 7. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

A Robot as a Safe Assistant for Power Engineers: New Project Launched to Develop Robotic Support for High-Voltage Equipment Inspection and Maintenance

A Robot as a Safe Assistant for Power Engineers: New Project Launched to Develop Robotic Support for High-Voltage Equipment Inspection and Maintenance

The kick-off meeting for the cooperative project " Robotic Assistance for High Voltage Diagnostics and Service Technologies" (TS03020251) recently took place at the ENET Centre. The project focuses on the development and validation of an autonomous control system for a humanoid robot that could, in the future, assist with maintenance and diagnostic tasks on electrical distribution network equipment, particularly in environments where the risk of electric shock is high.

2. 7. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

International partners of the GeniusFuels project discussed the production of sustainable fuels in Ostrava

International partners of the GeniusFuels project discussed the production of sustainable fuels in Ostrava

On 27 and 28 May 2026, a face-to-face meeting of the partners of the international GeniusFuels project took place at the Institute of Environmental Technology of CEET at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava. The project focuses on the development of the technological connection of gasification and electrolysis for the production of sustainable fuels.

28. 5. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Chemical recycling of tyres in practice. CEET is addressing the valorisation of pyrolysis oil and carbonaceous residue.

Chemical recycling of tyres in practice. CEET is addressing the valorisation of pyrolysis oil and carbonaceous residue.

Waste tyres represent a significant material flow, the utilisation of which is among the important challenges of the circular economy. Modern chemical recycling offers not only the possibility of their decomposition but also a way to obtain valuable chemical substances such as limonene and carbonaceous materials with the potential for further industrial utilisation

26. 5. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Polish PhD student on an internship in Ostrava researches the use of carbon dioxide as a raw material for further chemical utilisation

Polish PhD student on an internship in Ostrava researches the use of carbon dioxide as a raw material for further chemical utilisation

Carbon dioxide, associated with climate change, can be also viewed as a raw material for the production of valuable chemicals in science. This is exactly what Karolina Karpińska-Wlizło, a Polish PhD student from the Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, focused on during her internship in the Heterogeneous Photocatalysis laboratory at the Institute of Environmental Technology (IET), part of the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) at VSB-TUO.

28. 4. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Science for Everyone: CEET at Earth Day Celebrations

Science for Everyone: CEET at Earth Day Celebrations

Scientists from the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) demonstrated at Earth Day celebrations that even complex ecological topics can be explained in a playful manner. The interactive programme captivated both children and adults, fostering interest in nature conservation.

27. 4. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

The nanoworld up close: Improve your tech day at VSB-TUO

The nanoworld up close: Improve your tech day at VSB-TUO

During the Improve Your Tech Day, VŠB-TUO hosted over 1,300 pupils. Colleagues from the Nanotechnology Centre CEET introduced them to the world of nanomaterials and their practical applications.

16. 4. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

New catalyst paves the way for cheaper production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

New catalyst paves the way for cheaper production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

An international team of scientists, including researchers from VSB – Technical University of Ostrava, has overcome one of the long-standing and critical challenges in modern chemistry. The newly developed catalyst enables the efficient transformation of amides into valuable amines, key compounds used, for instance, in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

31. 3. 2026 Official statements 9900 - Rector's Office

CEET Advances Safety in Modern Energy Systems: Critical Hydrogen Scenarios

CEET Advances Safety in Modern Energy Systems: Critical Hydrogen Scenarios

The safety of hydrogen technologies is not validated solely under laboratory conditions. This is clearly demonstrated by extensive experiments conducted in the harsh environment of the Doupov Mountains within the Hradiště military training area. The second phase of testing delivered unique data on the behavior of hydrogen systems under emergency conditions, with the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) playing a significant role.

30. 3. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Materials & Environment Lab acquires deposition system for thin-film preparation

Materials & Environment Lab acquires deposition system for thin-film preparation

The Materials & Environment Lab (MEL) at the Center for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) at VŠB–Technical University of Ostrava has expanded its research infrastructure with a unique HiPIMS (High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering) system, acquired with the support of the REFRESH project.

10. 3. 2026 News 9900 - Rector's Office

SMART Partnership for Modern Information: A New Platform for Knowledge Sharing Between Czech and Polish Universities

SMART Partnership for Modern Information: A New Platform for Knowledge Sharing Between Czech and Polish Universities

The Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies of VSB-TUO, the Institute of Environmental Technology, in cooperation with the WSB Academy, is launching the initiative "SMART Partnership for Modern Information," aimed at creating a specialized platform for sharing information between two universities in the Czech-Polish border region. The initiative will support education and expand access to up-to-date information in technical and humanities fields.

16. 2. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Nanotechnology Centre of CEET at the VSB–TUO Open Days

Nanotechnology Centre of CEET at the VSB–TUO Open Days

Last week, the Nanotechnology Centre (CNT), part of the Centre of Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET), opened its laboratories to students, prospective applicants, and the general public as part of the Open Days of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava.

26. 1. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Science, Innovation, and Energy Under One Roof: CEET and VSB-TUO at Infotherma 2026

Science, Innovation, and Energy Under One Roof: CEET and VSB-TUO at Infotherma 2026

Today’s energy sector is no longer defined solely by technology, but above all by its meaningful application in practice. The international trade fair Infotherma 2026 in Ostrava demonstrates how research, innovation, and the real needs of households, municipalities, and industry can be effectively interconnected.

21. 1. 2026 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

CEET Employees’ Christmas Gathering: Energy in a New Balance

CEET Employees’ Christmas Gathering: Energy in a New Balance

The CEET employees’ Christmas gathering, held under the motto “Energy in a New Balance,” demonstrated—through focused debates, PhD students’ posters, and the presentation of the Director’s Award—how cutting-edge research is being transformed into practical solutions, and which new projects and partnerships will help shape the energy sector in the years ahead.

12. 12. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

MEET consortium meeting moves project towards further milestones

MEET consortium meeting moves project towards further milestones

On November 20, 2025, the MEET project organized a second joint meeting of researchers and partners at VŠB–TUO, where the team presented its latest results in the field of materials for energy in connection with the socio-economic impact in our region.

26. 11. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

The workshop “Monitoring and Removal of Micropollutants from the Environment” offered a rich expert program

The workshop “Monitoring and Removal of Micropollutants from the Environment” offered a rich expert program

On November 4–5, the Institute of Environmental Technology hosted a workshop titled “Monitoring and Removal of Micropollutants from the Environment”, organized as part of the project Innovative Technologies for a Cleaner Ostrava!!! (CZ.02.01.01/00/23_021/0008588), funded by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports and co-financed by the European Union.

5. 11. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Regional grant to support sustainable ammonia production

Regional grant to support sustainable ammonia production

A start-up grant for doctoral students focused on developing catalysts for efficient ammonia production has been awarded to Biswajit Mishra from the CEET Materials and Envi Lab at VSB-Technical University of Ostrava in a call launched by the Moravian-Silesian Region.

4. 11. 2025 News 9900 - Rector's Office

The Second Life of Batteries: Scientists and Experts Discuss Recycling and “Second-Life” Technologies

The Second Life of Batteries: Scientists and Experts Discuss Recycling and “Second-Life” Technologies

What happens to batteries once they reach the end of their service life, for example, in electric vehicles? And can these discarded batteries find a new purpose? These were the key questions addressed during a recent expert lecture and roundtable discussion, organized as part of the project Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Technologies.

15. 10. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

CNT scientists have been awarded a patent for an adsorbent for the sorption of boron compounds from water.

CNT scientists have been awarded a patent for an adsorbent for the sorption of boron compounds from water.

In June, researchers from the Nanotechnology Centre, CEET, VSB – TUO achieved success in the form of obtaining a patent for an innovative adsorbent for the sorption of boron compounds from water (Patent 310487). This is the result of research focused on the development of advanced polymer ion-exchange adsorbents with high efficiency and repeatable use.

2. 10. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

Field Survey of Knotweed: Preparing for a Specialist Seminar

Field Survey of Knotweed: Preparing for a Specialist Seminar

Invasive plants rank among the greatest threats to Europe’s biodiversity. One of them is knotweed, which spreads rapidly, destroys native communities, and transforms the landscape. How to address this challenge will be one of the main topics of the upcoming specialist seminar.

30. 9. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Czech European Researchers' Night: Sustainability, Energy and the Second Life of Waste

Czech European Researchers' Night: Sustainability, Energy and the Second Life of Waste

The theme of this year’s Czech European Researchers' Night was Wealth. At the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET), we demonstrated that the true wealth of science can be found in transforming waste into valuable raw materials, in developing environmentally friendly energy solutions, and in applying technologies that support sustainable development.

29. 9. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Science in the Field – Excursion with DEKONTA, a.s.

Science in the Field – Excursion with DEKONTA, a.s.

As part of the INOVO!!! project, our researchers participated in a professional excursion organized by DEKONTA, a.s., one of the institute’s main industrial partners. The aim was to become acquainted with practical applications of environmental technologies and to assess their performance under real operational conditions.

24. 9. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Summer Internship of Polish Students within the Erasmus+ Program

Summer Internship of Polish Students within the Erasmus+ Program

During the summer, Aleksandra Zielińska and Patrycja Rutkowska, students from the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn (Poland), participated in a two-month internship within the Erasmus+ program in the Water Treatment and Analysis research group.

10. 9. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

77. Zjazd chemikov in Tatra Mountains

77. Zjazd chemikov in Tatra Mountains

Our colleagues from the Water Treatment and Analysis research group participated in the 77th Congress of Chemists 2025, which took place on September 1-5, 2025, in the High Tatras. This traditional conference attracted experts from all over Central Europe and provided a space for sharing knowledge and new trends in chemical research.

6. 9. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

EMU: A new milestone in battery materials research

EMU: A new milestone in battery materials research

The scientific team at the Nanotechnology Centre, CEET, in collaboration with the Faculty of Materials Science and Technology (FMT), has developed a groundbreaking device called EMU (Electrochemical Measuring Unit). This represents a significant step forward in research into the properties of batteries and supercapacitors. Unlike other measuring devices, it is compact, versatile, and can be customized to the needs of specific research.

21. 8. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

The ZEUS project encourages researchers to adopt FAIR principles of open science

The ZEUS project encourages researchers to adopt FAIR principles of open science

As part of the citizen science project Increasing the resilience of energy networks in the context of decarbonization, decentralization, and sustainable socioeconomic development (ZEUS, CZ.02.01.01/00/23_021/0008759), we organized a workshop on August 5, 2025, focused on practical familiarization with the principles of open science (FAIR – Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).

12. 8. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Research using drones provides new insights into pollution from coal landfills

Research using drones provides new insights into pollution from coal landfills

A unique study was conducted in Karviná, focusing on monitoring air quality in the vicinity of coal storage sites using unmanned aerial vehicles (drones). A team of scientists from the ENET Centre, CEET, VŠB–TUO demonstrated that drones are an effective tool for targeted measurement and detailed analysis of dust particles in the vicinity of coal storage sites.

6. 8. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Workshop on FAIR Principles of Open Science

Workshop on FAIR Principles of Open Science

As part of the project Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Technologies (MEET, CZ.02.01.01/00/23_021/0008592), we organized a workshop focused on introducing the FAIR principles of open science (FAIR – Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) in a practical context.

28. 7. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Nanotechnology Centre in Naples: Scientists deepen international partnership

Nanotechnology Centre in Naples: Scientists deepen international partnership

Naples, July 2025 - The CEET Nanotechnology Centre actively participated in the 21st International Conference on Diffusion in Solids and Liquids (DSL2025) held in Naples, Italy. The scientific programme of the conference welcomed eminent scientists from all over the world.

16. 7. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

Chemistry at the Castle 2025: Science made fun and accessible to everyone

Chemistry at the Castle 2025: Science made fun and accessible to everyone

On June 24, 2025, the 19th annual edition of the event “Chemistry and Other Natural Sciences at the Silesian-Ostrava Castle” took place. This traditional event, organized by the Czech Chemical Society, aims to promote natural and technical sciences among elementary and secondary school students, as well as the general public.

27. 6. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

CEET Recognized for Sustainability in the Czech Industry Challenge 2025

CEET Recognized for Sustainability in the Czech Industry Challenge 2025

The Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava has received a prestigious sustainability award in this year’s Czech Industry Challenge. The jury particularly praised the centre’s comprehensive approach to research, development, and implementation of technologies that contribute to transforming the energy sector toward greater efficiency, self-sufficiency, and reduced environmental impact.

24. 6. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Strengthening international cooperation with Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon

Strengthening international cooperation with Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon

In June, our colleagues from the Heterogeneous Photocatalysis (IET) research group took part in an internship at the Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal, focusing on teaching and professional collaboration at the Departmento de Engenharia Química within the CERENA research group.

23. 6. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

The MECAREACT2025 summer school provided valuable insights into the use of spectroscopic methods in catalysis

The MECAREACT2025 summer school provided valuable insights into the use of spectroscopic methods in catalysis

From June 15 to 20, 2025, the international summer school MECAREACT2025 (Mechanical and Reactive Characterization of Materials by In Situ Spectroscopies) took place at Sorbonne University in Paris. The event focused on the application of vibrational and electronic spectroscopies in the study of chemical reactions and was attended by colleagues from the research group Heterogeneous Catalysis (IET).

23. 6. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

The road to a second life for batteries: Experts discussed the practice of recycling Li-batteries

The road to a second life for batteries: Experts discussed the practice of recycling Li-batteries

How to manage lithium batteries efficiently and sustainably at the end of their life cycle? The topic, which combines research, industry and ecology, was opened by an expert seminar organised on 12 June 2025 by the Recycling Cluster and the Faculty of Environment of ÚJEP. At the seminar, the CEET Centre for Nanotechnology presented the latest findings on Li-battery recycling.

17. 6. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

Two medals from Katowice! Application results by scientists from IET awarded at the INTARG® 2025 international exhibition

Two medals from Katowice! Application results by scientists from IET awarded at the INTARG® 2025 international exhibition

At the 18th annual INTARG® 2025 international exhibition of inventions and innovations in Katowice, colleagues from the Institute of Environmental Technologies (CEET) presented two applied results of the project “Support for cross-sectoral cooperation in the field of reducing pollutants in the environment and waste utilization.”

6. 6. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Participation in the 51st SSCHI Conference in Jasná

Participation in the 51st SSCHI Conference in Jasná

From May 27 to 30, 2025, we participated in the 51st conference of the Slovak Society of Chemical Engineering (SSCHI), which took place in the beautiful surroundings of the Low Tatras in Jasná.

30. 5. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Microplastics as a source of clean energy? Scientists from the Institute of Environmental Technology present an innovative solution!

Microplastics as a source of clean energy? Scientists from the Institute of Environmental Technology present an innovative solution!

Plastic waste is one of today's biggest environmental problems. It pollutes the oceans and land, breaking down into microplastics found in water, air, soil, organisms and the human body. Our colleagues in the Water Treatment and Analysis and Heterogeneous Photocatalysis research groups have therefore joined forces to find a new way to not only remove microplastics, but to make something useful out of them.

27. 5. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Kick-off meeting of the project: Waste as an alternative energy source

Kick-off meeting of the project: Waste as an alternative energy source

On 20 May 2025, the kick-off meeting of the project "Waste as an alternative energy source" (reg. no. CZ.02.01.01/00/23_021/0008590) took place. The meeting was held at the VŠB - TUO with the participation of representatives of research organizations, industrial partners and academia. At this meeting, basic information about the project was presented, the focus of individual research teams and further progress in the project was discussed.

27. 5. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

NanoOstrava 2025: From nanoparticles to the energies of tomorrow

NanoOstrava 2025: From nanoparticles to the energies of tomorrow

On 19-22 May 2025, the Aula of the VSB-TUO in Ostrava became the venue of the ninth international conference NanoOstrava 2025. This prestigious event, organised by the CEET Nanotechnology Centre in cooperation with the Institute of Geonics of the CAS, welcomed top scientists from all over the world. Participants could look forward to a rich programme including inspiring lectures, practical workshops and interesting presentations focused on the latest innovations in sustainable energy.

26. 5. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

Peugeot tested the future of clean mobility at CEETe

Peugeot tested the future of clean mobility at CEETe

The Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies - Explorer (CEETe) hosted a training session on electromobility for the Czech Peugeot dealership and its distributors. Participants had the opportunity to get a glimpse into the world of modern energy, test different vehicles and practically try charging electric and hydrogen-powered cars.

23. 5. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Primary School Bulharská visited the Institute of Environmental Technology within the foodCIRCUS project

Primary School Bulharská visited the Institute of Environmental Technology within the foodCIRCUS project

Today, we had the honor of welcoming pupils and teachers from Bulharská Elementary School to our institute. They visited us as part of the citizen-science activities of the projects foodCIRCUS and Innovative Technologies for a Cleaner Ostrava!!! (INOVO, CZ.02.01.01/00/23_021/0008588), which focus on raising awareness about food waste, waste management, and a sustainable approach to the environment.

20. 5. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Experience from a leading workplace: Internship at Bayreuth University focusing on microplastics

Experience from a leading workplace: Internship at Bayreuth University focusing on microplastics

Kateřina Smutná and Anna Gavlová from the Water Treatment and Analysis (IET) research group took part in a professional internship as part of the Erasmus+ program. The host organization was the prestigious Bayreuth University in Germany, specifically the Department of Animal Ecology I, which is among the world leaders in the field of microplastics analysis in the environment.

17. 5. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

From Factory to Recycling Plant: Tracing the Lifecycle of Tyres

From Factory to Recycling Plant: Tracing the Lifecycle of Tyres

On 14–15 May 2025, our colleagues from the research groups Materials Preparation and Waste Valorisation and Water Treatment and Analysis (IET) visited two major companies active in the field of tyre processing and recycling – Continental Barum s.r.o. and RPG Recycling s.r.o..

16. 5. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

On Monday we will welcome renowned scientists and science fans to Ostrava for the NanoOstrava 2025

On Monday we will welcome renowned scientists and science fans to Ostrava for the NanoOstrava 2025

On 19-22 May 2025, the Aula of VŠB-TUO in Ostrava will become the venue of the ninth annual NanoOstrava 2025 conference. This prestigious event, organised by the Nanotechnology Centre CEET VŠB-TUO, will welcome top scientists from around the world to share the latest findings and innovations in nanotechnology, energy storage and sustainable energy sources.

14. 5. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

CEET Sports Day: A Joint Hike to Pustevny and the Valaška Trail Offered Experiences and Relaxation in the Heart of the Beskydy Mountains

CEET Sports Day: A Joint Hike to Pustevny and the Valaška Trail Offered Experiences and Relaxation in the Heart of the Beskydy Mountains

Employees and colleagues of the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) took part yesterday in the traditional sports day, which this year led to Pustevny and the Valaška Trail—two remarkable locations in the Moravian-Silesian Beskydy Mountains, known not only for their natural beauty but also for their cultural and historical value.

24. 4. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Ambitious ZEUS project connects hydrogen, digitalisation and smart grids for efficient and sustainable energy in Ostrava

Ambitious ZEUS project connects hydrogen, digitalisation and smart grids for efficient and sustainable energy in Ostrava

On 24 March 2025, ZEUS, a research project aimed at increasing the resilience of energy networks, was launched in Ostrava, bringing together research organisations and industry partners to optimise energy production, distribution and storage in the context of decarbonisation and decentralisation. The use of the latest technologies, including hydrogen applications and digital twins, will deliver innovative solutions for a more efficient and secure energy sector.

14. 4. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Advanced materials for environmental challenges and biomedical research

Advanced materials for environmental challenges and biomedical research

Why is it important to find new ways to use discarded batteries? Answers to this question were not only given at The 2nd Czech-German Business Meeting hosted by VŠB-TUO, where experts from academia and industry gathered to look for solutions for a more sustainable future.

11. 4. 2025 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

MEL Fosters Cooperation with the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis

MEL Fosters Cooperation with the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis

Radek Zbořil, head of the Materials-Envi Lab (MEL), recently visited the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT) in Rostock, Germany, where he delivered an invited lecture titled “Low-dimensional Materials in Advanced Biomedical and Chemical Applications.” His visit came at the invitation of Prof. Matthias Beller, Vice President of the Leibniz Association and one of the world’s leading experts in chemical catalysis.

9. 4. 2025 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

Platinum single atoms greatly enhance superoxide formation in photocatalysis

Platinum single atoms greatly enhance superoxide formation in photocatalysis

How can we boost the formation of superoxide radicals in photocatalytic processes—essential for rapidly and efficiently breaking down unwanted organic substances in water or enabling selective oxidation reactions in the chemical industry?

18. 3. 2025 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

Collaboration with EMPA brings outcomes

Collaboration with EMPA brings outcomes

The Materials-Envi Lab (MEL) of the Nanotechnology Center maintains a very close partnership with EMPA (Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology). During a recent visit to one of the research institution’s facilities in St. Gallen, MEL leader Radek Zbořil worked on specific projects and publications with local researchers, some closely related to the REFRESH project at VSB-TUO.

27. 2. 2025 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

13th CzePoCat seminar is over

13th CzePoCat seminar is over

On Friday 7.2.2025 another year of the traditional Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar took place, which this year was attended by over 60 Czech and foreign scientists.

7. 2. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Advanced materials characterization enhanced by cutting-edge techniques

Advanced materials characterization enhanced by cutting-edge techniques

Researchers from the Materials-Envi Lab (MEL) at the Nanotechnology Centre of VSB-TUO leverage state-of-the-art microscopy and spectroscopic techniques to perform complex materials characterizations at the atomic level. Thanks to the REFRESH project, they have acquired a high-resolution scanning electron microscope (HRSEM) valued at over 24 million Czech koruna and an X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) system worth 16.5 million Czech koruna.

4. 2. 2025 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

Potential for transformation of non-recyclable material as a source of clean energy

Potential for transformation of non-recyclable material as a source of clean energy

The new project, entitled: Waste as an alternative energy source, sees the prospect of using non-recyclable material that has considerable energy potential. Research teams from the ENET Centre and the IET will investigate the possibility of using it to produce solid alternative fuels that could be part of a future energy mix linked to waste management.

3. 2. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

The Energy Research Centre Has a New Director

The Energy Research Centre Has a New Director

As of 1 February 2025, Dr. Karel Borovec has taken over as the director of the Energy Research Centre (ERC). The centre has long been engaged in energy research and works with both industrial and academic partners.

3. 2. 2025 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

New project will support cooperation with the University of Strasbourg

New project will support cooperation with the University of Strasbourg

The project entitled "Research of novel sustainable approaches for zeolites and hybrid zeolite-carbon structures synthesis for catalytic and sorption applications", whose principal investigator for the IET is Dr. Lenka Matějová, has been launched.

25. 1. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Defect engineering in 2D materials has the potential to revolutionize heterogeneous catalysis

Defect engineering in 2D materials has the potential to revolutionize heterogeneous catalysis

Recent advancements in hybrid porous materials and defect engineering, promising for various electrochemical and catalytic applications, were presented at the Materials-Envi Lab of the Nanotechnology Center by Yayaramulu Kolleboyina from the Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, India. His focus was on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and hybrid two-dimensional porous materials that combine MOFs with robust 2D structures.

21. 1. 2025 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

The first battery trains hit the tracks

The first battery trains hit the tracks

The methodology for the passporting of railway lines intended for trains with alternative drives defined a procedure enabling a quick and efficient analysis of the possibilities of using alternative drives on railway lines. The researchers focused on the technical, environmental and infrastructural aspects of the lines and their adaptation to modern propulsion systems. This also enabled the first battery-powered train to run on the line.

13. 1. 2025 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Science and industry join forces in the new INOVO project!!!

Science and industry join forces in the new INOVO project!!!

With the financial support of the European Structural and Investment Funds, the Institute of Environmental Technologies (CEET, VŠB-TUO) is implementing a project called "Innovative technologies for a cleaner Ostrava region!!!" (CZ.02.01.01/00/23_021/0008588) in the period 1 January 2025 - 31 December 2028. The project was created within the framework of the Operational Programme Jan Amos Komenský (OP JAK), call: Inter-sectoral cooperation and inter-sectoral cooperation for ITI.

2. 1. 2025 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

CEET Workshop 2024 – Inspiration for the Future

CEET Workshop 2024 – Inspiration for the Future

The fourth annual workshop of the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET), held on December 9, 2024, at the Poklad Cultural House, introduced a completely new format with panel discussions. The event, which took place in a friendly atmosphere, focused on key topics such as nanotechnology, sustainability, green hydrogen, and air and water quality.

10. 12. 2024 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

MES ITI should make science and research more attractive not only for young students and scientists

MES ITI should make science and research more attractive not only for young students and scientists

On 25.11.2024 the long-awaited kick-off meeting of the MES ITI project Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Technologies took place in the auditorium of VŠB-TUO. One of the topics discussed in the project is to create such attractive conditions in the science and research of materials for energy and environmental applications at VŠB-TUO that the interest of young scientists and students in these fields and newly created jobs in the Moravian-Silesian region will increase.

27. 11. 2024 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

A new extractor was purchased for the Trace Analysis Laboratory (IET)

A new extractor was purchased for the Trace Analysis Laboratory (IET)

Within the framework of the project "Building laboratory capacities for the determination of microplastics in drinking, surface and waste water and in sediments and sewage sludge", the instrumentation of the Laboratory ofTrace Analysis was expanded.

21. 11. 2024 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Prestigious Award Building of the Year 2024: CEET Wins the National Centre for Construction 4.0 Award

Prestigious Award Building of the Year 2024: CEET Wins the National Centre for Construction 4.0 Award

This year's 32nd annual prestigious Building of the Year 2024 competition culminated in a grand gala evening at Prague's Rudolfinum. Amid strong competition from over a hundred projects, CEET's innovative polygon shone brightly, winning the prestigious National Centre for Construction 4.0 Award. This recognition confirms that our innovative polygon is at the forefront of technological and sustainable solutions, serving as an inspiration for the entire field.

12. 11. 2024 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Deepening Cooperation for the Safety of Alternative Energy Sources

Deepening Cooperation for the Safety of Alternative Energy Sources

At VSB–Technical University of Ostrava, representatives from the Energy Research Centere CEET, the Faculty of Safety Engineering, and the Centre of Excellence for Safety Research (CESAR) met to discuss the potential for deepening cooperation in the areas of energy technology safety, materials, and processes.

4. 11. 2024 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

CEETe wins two prizes in the Building of the MSK 2023 competition

CEETe wins two prizes in the Building of the MSK 2023 competition

On 31 October 2024, the prestigious competition Building of the Moravian-Silesian Region for 2023 was announced. The Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies Explorer won two prizes from the announcement of the results. The Award of the Governor of the Moravian-Silesian Region and the Award of the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The unique technology polygon CEETe was thus the only double winner of the gala evening.

1. 11. 2024 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Workshop on energetic materials brings together scientists from VSB-TUO and Fraunhofer ICT

Workshop on energetic materials brings together scientists from VSB-TUO and Fraunhofer ICT

Scientists from VSB - Technical University of Ostrava and Fraunhofer ICT in Pfinztal recently came together for a workshop entitled Thermal Energy Storage and Energetic Materials. The event allowed researchers to share their latest work and explore collaborative research opportunities that could lead to joint publications and projects.

30. 10. 2024 News 9320 - PhD Academy

CNT has capitalized on a long tradition of research in 2D materials in two publications on modern M Xenes and MOFs

CNT has capitalized on a long tradition of research in 2D materials in two publications on modern M Xenes and MOFs

A group of experts from the VSB-TUO CEET Nanotechnology Centre, led by prof. Gražyna Simha Martynková, has been working for several decades in the field of natural and synthetic carbonaceous and clay layered materials. From this research, the topics of modern ceramic types of layered nanomaterials gradually emerge and are being discovered by the team of scientists.

9. 10. 2024 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

Advanced analysis of grey water in cooperation with VODASERVIS s.r.o.

Advanced analysis of grey water in cooperation with VODASERVIS s.r.o.

Last week, the cooperation between the research group Water Treatment and Analysis (Institute of Environmental Technology) and the company VODASERVIS s.r.o. within the Innovation Vouchers programme was successfully completed.

7. 10. 2024 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

1st place in the prestigious contest Phoenix Awards for the CEETe brochure

1st place in the prestigious contest Phoenix Awards for the CEETe brochure

The internal marketing team of the VSB-TUO Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies CENET designed and produced a brochure that impressed the board of experts of the Phoenix Awards so much that it won the first and only place in the brochure print category.

7. 10. 2024 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Atomic Antibiotics Developed by Czech Scientists Counter Bacterial Resistance

Atomic Antibiotics Developed by Czech Scientists Counter Bacterial Resistance

Scientists from Palacký University Olomouc (UP) and the Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TUO), in collaboration with colleagues from China, have discovered a groundbreaking method for developing a new generation of antibiotics.

3. 10. 2024 Official statements 9920 - Department of Marketing and Popularization

Workshop invitation

Workshop invitation

On 22.10.2024 a workshop will be held at the Institute of Environmental Technology before the end of the research project involving the research groups Biochemical Processes and Water Treatment and Analysis.

2. 10. 2024 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Innovations in biofuel and ammonia production to come from recently launched MEL projects

Innovations in biofuel and ammonia production to come from recently launched MEL projects

The atomic engineering approach serves as the common denominator of two research initiatives stemming from the MSCA Fellowships CZ call under the Jan Amos Komensky Operational Programme that commenced in August at the Materials-Envi Lab (MEL) of the Centre for Nanotechnology of VSB-TUO.

18. 9. 2024 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

Reduce carbon footprint but also the cost of imputs because of aluminium foil recycling

Reduce carbon footprint but also the cost of imputs because of aluminium foil recycling

The energy savings for producing material from recycled aluminium can be up to 95 % compared to the energy required to produce aluminium from primary ore. It is not only for this reason that scientists from the ENET Centre were involved in research in the project Recycling of waste aluminium foil as a low-carbon substitute for feedstock (CZ.01.1.02/0.0/0.0/19_262/0020077)

12. 8. 2024 News 9370 - ENET Centre

Why EBEAM and Ostrava? Mark Rümmeli explains in a video interview

Why EBEAM and Ostrava? Mark Rümmeli explains in a video interview

VŠB-TUO has gained significant scientific reinforcement. Since January of this year, Professor Mark H. Rümmeli has been leading the EBEAM (Electron Beam Emergent Additive Manufacturing) project under the prestigious ERA Chairs Horizon Europe program. He relocated to Ostrava from China with his entire family and is gradually building a new research group with a groundbreaking research theme at the Institute of Environmental Technologies.

20. 6. 2024 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

Covalent organic frameworks can play a key role in sustainable energy storage

Covalent organic frameworks can play a key role in sustainable energy storage

The progress in the development of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and their applications in energy storage devices is summarized in a review article co-authored by scientists from the Nanotechnology Centre, who are involved in the REFRESH project. This paper, published in the prestigious journal Advanced Energy Materials, highlights significant progress in the field.

19. 6. 2024 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

We attended the SPASEC-27 and AOTs-28 conference

We attended the SPASEC-27 and AOTs-28 conference

On 11-14 June 2024, colleagues from the Heterogeneous Photocatalysis and Heterogeneous Catalysis research groups attended the SPASEC-27 and AOTs-28 conferences held in Limassol, Cyprus.

14. 6. 2024 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

A new process uses waste plastics as well as carbon dioxide to produce hydrogen and other valuable substances.

A new process uses waste plastics as well as carbon dioxide to produce hydrogen and other valuable substances.

A new three-step process designed and validated by scientists from the Institute of Environmental Technology (IET) at VSB–Technical University of Ostrava, in collaboration with colleagues from Friedrich Alexander University in Erlangen, Germany, makes it possible to convert waste plastics and carbon dioxide into hydrogen and other useful chemical substances applicable in the chemical or petrochemical industry.

5. 6. 2024 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

Energy Evolution: Materials and Technologies of the Future

Energy Evolution: Materials and Technologies of the Future

The research program focuses on the development of advanced materials for sustainable energy and environmental protection, integrating materials research with physics, chemistry, and nanotechnology.

4. 6. 2024 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Interview with Director of the Nanotechnology Centre

Interview with Director of the Nanotechnology Centre

prof. Ing. Gražyna Simha Martynková, Ph.D. - "The Nanotechnology Centre is a dynamically evolving institution with an exceptional scientific range from fundamental research to industrial technologies in the field of materials science."

15. 4. 2024 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

NanoLumCat Ostrava Attracts World’s Leading Nanomaterials Scientists

NanoLumCat Ostrava Attracts World’s Leading Nanomaterials Scientists

‘NanoLumCat Ostrava–Revealing the Future of Light Transformation’ has brought together leading materials scientists from Italy, Germany, Spain, Poland, Slovakia, China, the Czech Republic and other countries.

8. 4. 2024 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

A prestigious project of the European Innovation Council aims at the development of a new generation biofuels

A prestigious project of the European Innovation Council aims at the development of a new generation biofuels

An innovative approach for the production of advanced biofuels, which responds to the global demand for sustainable energy and reduces dependence on fossil fuels, is to be the result of the prestigious European project GlaS-A-Fuels: Single-Atom Photocatalysts Enhanced by a Self-Powered Photonic Glass Reactor to Produce Advanced Biofuels.

26. 3. 2024 News 9110 - Office of Vice-Rector for Cooperation and International Relations

12th Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar

12th Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar

On 9 February 2024, the twelfth edition of the CzePoCat seminar took place.

12. 2. 2024 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

CEET Workshop brought a summary of successes and a few surprises

CEET Workshop brought a summary of successes and a few surprises

E pluribus unum, meaning one out of many or the unity in diversity. This proverb became the motto of the third Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) Workshop at VSB-TUO. The saying, referring to the fact that four formerly separate scientific centres have joined together under the banner of CEET, also framed the new promo video that premiered at the workshop.

8. 12. 2023 News 9320 - PhD Academy

Research of the Nanotechnology Centre presented at NanoCzech Liberec 2023

Research of the Nanotechnology Centre presented at NanoCzech Liberec 2023

The NanoCzech Liberec 2023 conference, the first edition of which took place on 27 September, offered a meeting place for nanotechnology companies and interest organisations, companies demanding high-tech solutions, representatives of public administration, scientific researchers and students. The research of the Nanotechnology Centre, CEET at VŠB-TUO was presented by Radek Zbořil, head of the Materials-Envi Lab, who described the event as a unique celebration of nanotechnology.

2. 10. 2023 News 9320 - PhD Academy

Art & Science: An event combining the creative side of youth with science and technology

Art & Science: An event combining the creative side of youth with science and technology

Since 2015, the VŠB - Technical University of Ostrava has been organising an exceptional Art and Science festival that breaks down stereotypes about technology and science. It shows the university in a new light - as a place not only for education and research, but also as a space for creative thinking and playful creativity.

4. 9. 2023 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Elite Project Enables VSB-TUO Scientists to Develop Materials and Technologies for Sustainable Development

Elite Project Enables VSB-TUO Scientists to Develop Materials and Technologies for Sustainable Development

VSB - Technical University of Ostrava has succeeded in the prestigious Johannes Amos Comenius Programme (P JAC). With a grant of CZK 464 million, scientists led by the the Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, in collaboration with other partners, will develop new materials and technologies for sustainable development over the next five years within the MATUR project.

10. 8. 2023 News 9320 - PhD Academy

ExPEDite: Smart grids and energy effectiveness for future

ExPEDite: Smart grids and energy effectiveness for future

Scientists from Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) of VSB-Technical University of Ostrava acquired significant project named ExPEDite. This project focused on digitalization of energy technologies will be solved by research team of Smart Grids Lab specialists lead by Dr. Lukáš Prokop.

25. 7. 2023 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

Biomaterial converts waste glycerol into a useful product

Biomaterial converts waste glycerol into a useful product

The graphene-based biomaterial is the basis of a breakthrough technology that will turn biodiesel production waste - glycerol - into a useful product, increasing the efficiency of existing biofuels. In addition, the non-toxic and fully recyclable material can replace the acids that have been used to convert glycerol.

20. 7. 2023 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

The National Centre for Energy has been evaluated as outstanding

The National Centre for Energy has been evaluated as outstanding

The National Centre for Energy project was assessed as outstanding in the final opposition procedure. The opponent committee particularly appreciated the originality and novelty of the outputs, centre partners' mutual cooperation and the commercialisation potential of the centre, which the researchers will build on in the National Energy Centre II ongoing project.

21. 6. 2023 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

International Webinar aLIFEca

International Webinar aLIFEca

On 13 June 2023 consortium of the project aLIFEca coordinated by ENET Centre, CEET VSB – Technical university of Ostrava arranged International Webinar aLIFEca where the topic of Life Cycle Assessment in Automotive was discussed.

15. 6. 2023 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

Czech Chemical Society appreciated Radek Zbořil’s accomplishments

Czech Chemical Society appreciated Radek Zbořil’s accomplishments

The Miloš Hudlický Prize for significant contribution published within the Chemistry Europe consortium was awarded to physical chemist Radek Zbořil, on May 30 during the executive board meeting of Czech Chemical Society (CChS). One of the most prominent

31. 5. 2023 News 9391 - CEET's secretary's office

Werner von Siemens Awards for 2022 also went to VSB-TUO.

Werner von Siemens Awards for 2022 also went to VSB-TUO.

In the 25th anniversary edition of the Werner von Siemens Awards for 2022, which recognizes the best students, young researchers, and teachers in technical and natural science fields, representatives of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TUO) achieved great success. In the overall number of awards, the university ranked second, behind the Czech Technical University in Prague and Charles University.

24. 3. 2023 Official statements 9920 - Department of Marketing and Popularization

11th Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar

11th Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar

On February 17, 2023, the 11th edition of the Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar CzePoCat took place.

28. 2. 2023 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Workshop CEET 7. 12. 2022

Workshop CEET 7. 12. 2022

Director of the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies Prof. Stanislav Mišák is delighted to invite you to the CEET Workshop, which will take place on Wednesday 7 December 2022 from 9 am to 3 pm in the VSB-TUO New Auditorium.

16. 11. 2022 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

10th Czech- Polish Catalytic Seminar

10th Czech- Polish Catalytic Seminar

On Friday, 29 April 2022, the 10th edition of the traditional Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar took place.

29. 4. 2022 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Olomouc scientists develop nanomaterial to help reduce energy costs

Olomouc scientists develop nanomaterial to help reduce energy costs

Scientists from the Olomouc Institute of Palacký University CATRIN in collaboration with other experts have developed a new nanomaterial that should significantly speed up and cheapen the production of a number of drugs, chemicals, plastics or dyes. Its composition corresponds to common minerals found in nature, but it can replace the precious metals used so far.

12. 4. 2022 News 9360 - CNT - Nanotechnology Centre

Nitrous oxide removal catalysts are protected by a European patent

Nitrous oxide removal catalysts are protected by a European patent

A new method for the preparation of catalysts for the removal of nitrous oxide (N2O) from industrial waste gases has been developed by scientists from the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) at VSB-Technical University of Ostrava. The eventual use of catalysts to reduce N2O emissions from nitric acid production will have a positive impact on the environment.

7. 1. 2022 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

Prospects of the Czech energy sector in a smart and safe way

Prospects of the Czech energy sector in a smart and safe way

How to get the energy mix right and why must we not stigmatise nuclear or coal? Is it possible to produce clean energy from coal? Where can alternative energy sources realistically work? How to ensure functional and climate-neutral energy production, storage and distribution? Not only these topics were discussed by experts in a regional debate in the Moravian-Silesian Region.

30. 11. 2021 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

CEET develops a unique training course tailored on green mobility requirements

CEET develops a unique training course tailored on green mobility requirements

A course specifically designed for the needs of sustainable management and today's fast-growing automotive industry facing the challenges of green mobility is being prepared together with other five partners within Erasmus+ program, KA220-HED Cooperation partnerships in higher education. On 24th of November, the consortium met at Centre ENET, VSB-TUO at Kick off to initiate its cooperation on the project aLIFEca: Virtual Open Course on Automotive Life Cycle Assessment.

30. 11. 2021 News 9390 - Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies

Summer school with Permoniks 2021

Summer school with Permoniks 2021

This year we are organizing the third year of the Summer School with Permoniks, which in previous years has won the favour of children for its imaginative and rich programme. The week-long suburban camp on the premises of VŠB - TUO is intended for children of the second grade of primary schools and multi-year grammar schools.

16. 8. 2021 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

9th Czech- Polish Catalytic Seminar

9th Czech- Polish Catalytic Seminar

On Friday, 7 February 2020, the Institute of Environmental Technology hosted the 9th Czech-Polish Catalytic Seminar – CzePoCat 2020 in the NA4 lecture hall (New Auditorium, VŠB-TUO), focusing on materials, their characterization, and their use in catalysis and photocatalysis.

7. 2. 2020 News 9350 - Institute of Environmental Technology

Czechs develop automatic parking system with electric car charging

Czechs develop automatic parking system with electric car charging

Blue, purple, orange zones, endless “circling” and fines for bad parking in the hundreds or thousands of crowns. It is not only our metropolis that needs a revolution in parking. The development of a new automated parking system (APS), which will also be environmentally friendly, could be just the thing.

29. 1. 2020 News 9370 - ENET Centre