Magazine M – News & Science Portal of Masaryk University

MUST Week 2026: sharing experience, inspiration and international cooperation

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:04:48 GMT

Spring months at Masaryk University are traditionally dedicated to meeting colleagues from around the world.

MU to host prestigious international conference on design

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:20:16 GMT

For the first time, the annual conference of the Design History Society will be held in Central Europe, specifically at Masaryk University. The theme is ‘Design in Times of Uncertainty’.

MU ranks 1st in Czechia and in the global top 300 in the THE Sustainability Impact Ratings

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:27:56 GMT

For the second year running, Masaryk University (MU) has climbed in the THE ranking, which tracks how higher education institutions contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, MU placed 201–300 globally out of 1,603 assessed universities and ranked first among Czech institutions.

Ukrainian research representatives in Brno discussed how to engage with European research infrastructures

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:55:51 GMT

Another meeting within the RIFF project focused on health and food, the environment, data infrastructure, and digitalization.

Another start-up grant for Petra Vojáčková heads to Department of Chemistry

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:28:06 GMT

The Experientia Foundation has awarded a grant to a graduate of Masaryk University, enabling her to establish her own research group at the Faculty of Science.

MU returns to the top 500 of the QS World University Rankings, strengthening its international reputation and collaboration

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:40:47 GMT

In the June edition of the international QS World University Rankings, MU was ranked 454th globally. It features in the top 300 for the indicators International Research Network, International Students and Sustainability.

Masaryk University confirms its excellence in research

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:01:03 GMT

The second comprehensive evaluation of research standards at Czech universities has once again shown that MU ranks among the country’s leading research institutions and holds a firm place on the international stage.

Farewell to Ivan Rektor, a giant of Czech neurology

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:31:16 GMT

Professor Ivan Rektor, emeritus vice-rector of Masaryk University, long-serving head of the First Neurology Clinic at St Anne’s University Hospital and the MU Faculty of Medicine, and one of the most respected Czech neurologists of his generation, has died at the age of 77.

MUNI BioPharma Hub has been granted final building approval

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:27:12 GMT

MU has reached a significant milestone in the construction of one of its largest investment projects. Masaryk University’s BioPharma Hub, a state-of-the-art educational facility, has received final approval for occupancy, which means that students, academics and researchers will soon be able to move into the building.

Twenty-six new associate professors received their appointment decrees in the Mendel Refectory

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:36:12 GMT

Masaryk University organises a ceremonial presentation of appointment decrees to new associate professors twice a year. In June, experts who had successfully completed their habilitation at seven faculties of Masaryk University received their decrees in the refectory of the Augustinian Abbey.

Community Fund 2026: Nearly 1 million crowns to support six student projects

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:28:27 GMT

The topics of water management and biodiversity are currently receiving significant attention at Masaryk University. The Strategy for Responsible Water Management and Biodiversity Support 2026–2028 has recently been approved, and the same theme was selected for this year's Community Fund initiative.

New model for university catering in the works

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:11:44 GMT

A traditional canteen, a takeaway counter, vending machines for hot and chilled meals, a bistro or a café. MU will soon offer its students and staff a diverse blend of these dining services.

CEITEC MU: Fifteen years that transformed Masaryk University

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:01:08 GMT

This year, CEITEC MU is celebrating the 15^th anniversary of its founding. What began as a bold vision to establish a centre of excellence in Brno has grown into one of the most successful research centres in Central Europe.

Catering should play a secondary role, says Barbora Moučková

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:07:37 GMT

MU’s Small Bronze Medal is regularly bestowed upon recipients linked to the university’s ceremonies. This March the recipients included Head of the Vinařská canteen Barbora Moučková.

Masaryk University budget grows again in 2026, exceeding 14.6 billion crowns

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:54:51 GMT

Masaryk University plans to operate with a total budget of CZK 14.6 billion in 2026, an increase of approximately CZK 900 million on last year.