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Initial Word of the Vice-Dean
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Dear PhD Candidates,
As we step into the new year of 2025, I want to take a moment to extend my warmest greetings to each of you. This year marks not only a fresh chapter in your academic journey but also an opportunity for growth, discovery, and the pursuit of excellence in your chosen fields.
Undertaking a PhD is no small feat. It is a journey that demands perseverance, creativity, and a constant curiosity to push the boundaries of knowledge. Each of you is contributing to a legacy of innovation and scholarly achievement that has the power to shape the future in profound ways.
I want you to know that our institution is committed to supporting you in every step of this journey. Whether it’s through providing cutting-edge research resources, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, or simply being a source of encouragement when challenges arise, we are here to ensure that you thrive both academically and personally.
Remember that your research is not just about answering questions; it’s about asking the right ones. It’s about challenging assumptions, embracing failures as learning opportunities, and engaging with the global community to make a meaningful impact.
I encourage you to approach this year with an open mind and a resilient spirit. Celebrate small victories along the way, seek inspiration from your peers and mentors, and never lose sight of the passion that brought you here.
Wishing you a year full of inspiration, personal growth, and success.
Tomáš Kašpárek
Vice-Dean for Doctoral Studies, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University
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Don't miss these interesting events!
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The next guest of Research Breakfast will be the dean of the Faculty of Medicine, prof. Martin Repko!
The breakfast will be held in the University Campus Library, on Tuesday, 7 January 2025, at 8,00:
Do not forget to register!
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Lecture of Prof. Robert A. Harris
Prof. Robert A. Harris, an esteemed expert in immunotherapy for neurological diseases, will discuss research on the microglial niche's role in neurodegeneration and innovative therapeutic strategies aimed at transforming experimental models into clinical applications for human medicine.. He leads the Applied Immunology research group at the Karolinska Institutet, focusing on the pathogenesis of incurable diseases like Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's, ALS, and Glioblastoma.
Do not forget to register!
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Sip of Science
Seminar series, organized by the Postdoc and Ph.D. Committees at CEITEC MU takes place bi-weekly in the E35 atrium at CEITEC MU, beginning at 3:30 pm.
Each session includes a 20-minute TED talk-like presentation delivered by postdoctoral researchers and (senior) Ph.D. students representing scientific groups and core facilities from CEITEC MU. The presentation is followed by a 10-minute discussion.
The event concludes with networking opportunities in a relaxed environment, complemented by pizza and drinks.
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Offer of training activities
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Don´t miss these interesting courses for PhD candidates scheduled for the spring semester of 2025:
- Academic Communication and Writing for Researchers: informal afternoon discussions with native speaker will help you develop as a researcher with strong English communication skills. You'll explore "tricks of the trade" and critically review recent high-impact journal articles. No tests or essays required, just meet, discuss, speak and network. Please register here.
- Creation and use of the OSCE: introduction to the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), an innovative method for assessing knowledge in medical and healthcare education. It covers the theoretical framework, methodological background, and practical steps for OSCE preparation and implementation, using real examples. Please register here.
- Collaborative learning with a virtual patient: introduction to collaborative learning methods, focusing on content preparation and lesson facilitation. Participants gain a theoretical foundation to enhance the courses with elements fostering clinical reasoning skills, using virtual case studies within the framework of personalized medicine. Please register here
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Application for you or your colleagues
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The Learned Society of the Czech Republic is pleased to launch the second annual Jiřina Michlová Award for doctoral students, recognizing outstanding original scientific work.
The application deadline is January 31, 2025.
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Out of 25 awarded students from 9 different institutes in Brno, 6 students from the Faculty of Medicine received the Brno PhD Talent award.
The students received a scholarship in the amount of 120 000 CZK per year for three years. Congratulations to all awarded students!
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Are you interested in traineeships in any European country?
If the duration of your internship will be between 2 and 12 months, you may apply for an Erasmus+ grant.
The deadline is 31 January 2025!
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Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask
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Become a SPAT Supervisor in 2025
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Take the opportunity to inspire high school students by guiding them through their Secondary Professional Activity Theses (SPAT) at MED MUNI. Your involvement can count as a teaching contribution (subject to your supervisor's approval) and is an excellent chance to share your expertise.
Submit your SPAT topic via this form by February 3, 2025: Form link
It is possible to apply for a grant through JCMM. For more information about JCMM grants, visit their website. For any questions regarding mentoring high school students, please contact the Junior Academy MED MUNI coordinators.
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We are a proud member of ORPHEUS (Organization for PhD Education in Biomedicine and Health Science in the European System).
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