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Masaryk University attracts a record number of EU-funded postdocs
When it comes to attracting postdoctoral researchers funded by European programmes, Masaryk University ranks among the top institutions in Central and Eastern Europe. In the latest call, 13 projects linked to the university were approved.
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Universities stand together: an emergency fundraiser for a university in Kyiv, Ukraine
Universities are not only places of education. They are also communities of people who are able to support one another even in the most difficult times. Right now, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv – one of Ukraine’s most important universities – needs our support. It has reached out to Czech universities with a request for help.
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MU among top 200 European universities, excels in graduate employability
According to the latest QS Europe rankings, MU is among the top 16% of nearly a thousand European universities, ranking 156th overall.
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Celebrating 107 years of MU: freedom, responsibility and art
Two names resonated throughout the celebrations marking Masaryk University’s 107th anniversary this year – painter Míla Doleželová, deeply connected to the Vysočina region, and playwright, dissident and the first democratic president after the Velvet Revolution, Václav Havel.
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What awaits Masaryk university in 2026
The year 2026 will be rich in events and exciting activities at Masaryk University for students, academics, and the general public alike. As early as Tuesday, 27 January, we will celebrate the 107th anniversary of the founding of the university, symbolically marking the beginning of another inspiring year.
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Bioskop grows with new premises and more courses
The Bioskop science teaching centre at Masaryk University opened a new chapter last summer. It has moved into permanent and larger premises that will allow it to further develop young people’s interest in the natural and medical sciences.
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What was 2025 like at Masaryk University?
Education, research, and addressing current social issues are the main tasks of Masaryk University. Some of the successes and milestones of 2025 are highlighted in the following overview.
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President appointed new professors; ten were nominated by the MU scientific board
On 16 December, the President of the Republic, Petr Pavel, presented appointment decrees to 69 newly appointed professors at the Great Hall of the Carolinum.
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MUNI Scientist awards go to nearly forty researchers and teams
Since 2020, Masaryk University’s Vice-Rector for Research has been awarding a prize for outstanding achievements in research. This year, the MUNI Scientist award was presented to 39 researchers and research teams.
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Start Your Business offers funding and know-how from Masaryk University
Students at Masaryk University once again have the chance to receive support for their business ideas. Applications for the Start Your Business competition are open until 16 January.
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MU appoints new associate professors in a wide range of fields
A ceremony was held at the Augustinian Abbey on Mendel Square, during which newly habilitated academics from Masaryk University received their appointment decrees. A total of 14 experts from eight MU faculties successfully completed the habilitation (appointment) process.
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MU ranked 266th in QS Sustainability Rankings
MU ranks among the top 100 best-rated world universities in the categories of Good Governance and Knowledge Exchange.
