J. Heyrovský Institute wins prestigious ERA Chairs project

The Heyrovský Institute succeeded among 158 grant proposals in the ERA Chairs program, securing support for the ambitious project "Space Chemistry and Technology at the J. Heyrovský Institute". This project aims to develop collaboration in space research and space technologies, and to create an excellent research facility.

The ERA Chairs program of the European Union aims to attract top researchers to research institutions across Europe and enhance their research capacity. The success of the institute in this prestigious program represents a significant step towards the development and internationalization of Czech research.

Ambitious European Union Program

As part of the project, the Heyrovský Institute will welcome the distinguished scientist, Professor Bernd Abel from Leipzig University. Professor Abel will closely collaborate with experts from the departments of Dr. Ján Žabka and Dr. Martin Ferus, creating a new dynamic research team focused on space chemistry and space technologies.

“We are extremely pleased to collaborate even more closely with Professor Abel and his team,” said Dr. Ján Žabka, who has previously worked with Professor Abel's team on several projects. “His contribution will be invaluable to our institute.”

Distinguished Expert from Germany

Professor Bernd Abel is a prominent figure in the field of physical and theoretical chemistry. He works at the Wilhelm-Ostwald-Institute for Physical and Theoretical Chemistry at Leipzig University, where his research group excels in the study of complex systems and technologies. Abel's team is renowned for its successes in transferring innovations into practice, yielding significant economic and technological benefits. Bernd Abel is the author of 220 publications and 11 patents, and has received numerous international awards.

European Collaboration

The ERA Chairs initiative is focused on supporting research institutions and universities in less developed regions of the European Union to achieve research excellence. The goal is to attract top scientists and experts who will help increase their research capacity, improve the quality of research and innovation, and thus enhance their competitiveness on an international level. The grants facilitate the creation of new research teams, modernization of infrastructure, and support the development of strategic partnerships.