A prominent Czech biologist and bioethicist, university lecturer, science communicator, writer, contributor to Czech Radio and other media, and recipient of numerous awards for his scientific and literary work, Professor Jaroslav Petr is a rare phenomenon in an age of narrow specialiZation—a Renaissance man in the best sense of the word. He completed his studies at the University of Agriculture in Prague in 1982 and, the following year, devoted himself fully to scientific research at the Institute of Animal Science in Uhříněves. His work focuses on reproductive biology and animal biotechnology. At the same time, he teaches at his alma mater, where he was appointed Professor of Physiology, Anatomy and Reproduction of Farm Animals in 2004. In his free time, he is dedicated to science communication and writes popular science books.

The Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences at the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (CZU Prague) has become a partner in the newly funded SmartSheep project, supported by the NAZV – ZEMĚ II programme. The project focuses on scientifically evaluating measures designed to protect livestock from attacks by large carnivores, particularly the grey wolf.

This year's drought in Europe has been intensified by climate change, according to a new analysis by scientists from the World Weather Attribution (WWA) initiative. Although some regions have not experienced a significant decline in rainfall, higher temperatures have dramatically increased evaporation from the landscape, worsening the impacts of drought. A warming atmosphere has become increasingly "thirsty", accelerating the drying of soils, vegetation and rivers.

How can vehicles that exceed emission limits be detected more effectively, and air quality in cities be improved? The international CARES project (City Air Remote Emission Sensing) has found an answer. A research team that included experts from the Faculty of Engineering at the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Czech Technical University in Prague tested modern technologies that enable contactless measurement of emissions from passing vehicles directly under real-world driving conditions.

The world’s tallest tropical trees, which grow on the island of Borneo and reach heights of up to one hundred meters, are not more prone to water transport failure during periods of drought than shorter trees. Such is the finding of a new study published in the prestigious international scientific journal Science, with significant contributions from scientists from the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague and Mendel University in Brno. The research refutes the previous hypothesis that their hydraulic system fails during increasingly frequent droughts. These tree giants play an irreplaceable role in carbon storage, biomass production, microclimate regulation, and biodiversity support.

The 7th International Multidisciplinary Conference for Young Researchers (MCYR 2026) will take place on 8–9 October 2026, bringing together early career researchers across disciplines to share research, foster collaboration and discuss innovative approaches to current global challenges.