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In February 2004, a group of Czech scientists set out for the freezing temperatures of James Ross Island in Antarctica with a view to establishing the first Czech Antarctic research centre there. 2 years on, and the unprecedented project has finally been completed, giving Czech scientists a chance to study the Antarctic climate and its effects on global weather systems from their own state of the art polar station. More

Czech ScienceProfessor Vaclav Paces on Czech achievements in genomics research

Genomics, or the study of the genomes of organisms and the use of the genes, has among other things the potential of offering new therapeutic methods for the treatment of some diseases, as well as new diagnostic methods. On the achievements of Czech scientists in this field, Radio Prague talks to the President of the Czech Academy of Sciences, former director of the Institute of Molecular Genetics of the Czech Academy of Sciences and genomics expert, Professor Vaclav Paces.  More

Czech ScienceScientists uncover secrets of red wine

Have you ever wondered where the ruby colour of red wine comes from? And did you know that some wine producers enhance the colour of wine even though they shouldn't? These questions arose during research conducted by scientists from the eastern town of Olomouc, which focuses on natural dyes called anthocyanins.  More

Czech ScienceCzech-developed appliance detects dangerous biological substances

In possible cases of bio-terrorist attacks or leaks of dangerous substances into the environment, efficient detection and early-warning systems could save many lives. Czech scientists have developed a special optical sensor, a device which can detect dangerous biological substances in the environment.  More

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Czech ScienceFirst International Clinical Research Centre to be opened in Czech Republic

A state-funded International Clinical Research Centre is to be opened in the Czech Republic - the first and only institution of its kind in the world. The centre will be part of St. Anne's Hospital in the Moravian capital of Brno and will have three main goals: to engage the Czech Republic in important projects of applied research, carry out advanced diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, and offer high-quality education programmes to doctors and the public. Cardiologist Dr Tomas Kara is the man behind the project:  More

Czech ScienceCzech Liaison Office for Research and Development opens in Brussels

Since joining the European Union last year, the Czech Republic has become more involved in both formal and informal European structures and networks. For example, last month the country opened a liaison office for research and development in the centre of Brussels, joining the 20-member Informal Group of Liaison Offices for Research and Development in the European capital.  More

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Czech ScienceMultipurpose virtual robot helps in cancer research

A company based in the city of Brno recently announced the creation of what they call the first Universal Information Robot. The company says that the robot can help software firms to radically reduce costs for the creation and maintenance of information systems. Also, at the moment, the robot is helping to sort out 30 years' worth of data collected on cancer treatment. More