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In the Brno region, start-ups and innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are growing thanks to the local innovation ecosystem together with the support of the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN).

Discover the innovative spirit of Brno with these five biotech companies making waves on the global stage. From groundbreaking diagnostics and personalized DNA insights to cutting-edge cancer treatments and smart AI-powered medical devices, these companies are transforming healthcare with their pioneering technologies.

As the PR & Communications Manager at CEITEC Brno University of Technology, Petra Králová is one of the vital connectors within the vibrant Brnoregion Microscopy community. From her very first encounter with its diverse members, Petra has been captivated by the shared vision that brings together scientists, experts, and collaborators from various backgrounds. Her role focuses on showcasing the groundbreaking research at CEITEC, while also fostering valuable connections that benefit both the institution and the wider community.

Brno region emerged as a standout microscopy hub at the European Microscopy Congress 2024 (EMC 2024) in Copenhagen, marking an unprecedented achievement with a record number of local companies, researchers, and institutions represented. Under the unified banner of the Brnoregion Microscopy platform, nearly 100 scientists, innovators, and technology experts showcased the region's cutting-edge developments in microscopy and imaging technologies.

Cyber threats know no bounds, so it’s no wonder that technologies designed to protect sensitive data and infrastructure have a global impact. In the world of cybersecurity, Brno has put itself on the map as the home of companies that are now under the wings of renowned brands. This way, they have helped define this region as a major centre of innovations.

Lucie Mezníková’s journey into the fascinating realm of electron microscopy began in 2016 when she first became involved in coordinating the Days of Electron Microscopy in Brno. Her role as a specialist at the Brno City Municipality involves bridging the gap between the private sector, academia, and research institutions to foster collaboration and promote the region’s key economic sectors, including electron microscopy.

The Kaplan turbine, invented in the early 20th century in Brno, has become a cornerstone of modern hydropower and continues to generate electricity in the largest hydroelectric power plants today. What brought Austrian-born Viktor Kaplan to Brno?

One million games sold, announced the counter on the Steam platform less than a month after the release of the brand-new game Gray Zone Warfare developed by Brno-based Madfinger Games in April. And it was Ashborne Games which drew attention not long ago with its strategy game Last Train Home, based on the stories of Czechoslovakian legionaries. Finally, mobile game developer Alda Games has seen unprecedented growth in recent months. These achievements show the advanced level of local developers when it comes to creativity and technical mastery and underline the economic importance of the gaming industry in this region as well as the Czech Republic as a whole.

David Uhlíř, an instrumental figure in the development of Brnoregion's microscopy community, shares his inputs into fostering the region's microscopy talent. What began as a conversation about the untapped potential within Brno's scientific community has since evolved into a coordinated effort to unify academia, business, and the public sector.