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31. January 2025
This year, the founder of electron microscopy in Brno, Prof. Ing. Armin Delong, DrSc., would have turned 100
This year, we commemorate two significant anniversaries at once. On January 29, Prof. Ing. Armin Delong, DrSc., would have celebrated his 100th birthday, and it has been exactly 100 years since the dawn of electron microscopy in our country. Join us in celebrating the scientific tradition in Brno that has propelled the city among the world’s “microscopy capitals”.
8. January 2025
[tech.eu] Brno’s “dynamic startup scene” on the charge
Brno rivals more well-known startup hubs across Europe.
16. December 2024
People of Brnoregion Microscopy: Eva Vacíková
A former HR leader with a background in cybernetics, Eva Vacíková found her way into the Brnoregion Microscopy community through a unique blend of technology-driven passion and professional experience. During her time at Thermo Fisher (formerly FEI), she became deeply engaged in supporting the global microscopy ecosystem. Now, as a member of the Innovation Centre in Brno, she focuses on nurturing talent to drive innovation, while championing Brno as a global leader in microscopy. Her dedication not only strengthens the community but also brings her the fulfillment of fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence in this specialized field.
28. November 2024
A Chip Revolution from University Brno: Tensor Ventures and Angel Investors Inject Nearly €550,000 into DYNANIC
Brno-based startup DYNANIC, born at the Brno University of Technology (VUT), has secured a €550,000 investment from deeptech fund Tensor Ventures and a group of angel investors, including former experts from Dell, AMD, Intel, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. This marks the first investment from Tensor Ventures’ newly launched second fund.
26. November 2024
[entrepreneur.com] An Entrepreneur's Guide to Brno, Czech Republic: 3 Tips for Intrepid Founders
Globally-minded entrepreneurs who are seeking to start up or expand a business in Europe often begin their search for the perfect locale in powerhouse tech hubs like Berlin, Stockholm, and London, or up-and-coming innovation ecosystems like Lisbon or Valencia.
18. November 2024
At CEITEC BUT, Implantable Devices Powered by Mobile Phones are Being Developed
Under the OPTEL-MED project, scientists led by Eric Glowacki are working on developing a small implantable device that could improve the quality of life for patients with Crohn’s disease, depression, or chronic pain. Remarkably, the device can even be powered by the light from a mobile phone. What excites Eric Glowacki about his work, and why does he enjoy living in Brno?
1. November 2024
[150sec] What’s cooking in Brno, Czechia’s tech scene: 15 innovators to watch
As Czechia (The Czech Republic) continues to establish itself as a leading player in Central and Eastern Europe’s tech ecosystem, its cities are becoming hotbeds for innovation. While Prague often takes center stage as a tech hub in Czechia, Brno, the second-largest city in the country, is emerging as a dynamic and innovative city in its own right, with a growing reputation across various sectors.