Supported Activities

Thanks to the support of Charles University, I had the excellent opportunity to travel to Évora, Portugal, to attend the EAAE Workshop and present our research on how information- and price-based interventions influence dietary choices in university cafeterias. During the event, I participated in a series of valuable career development sessions, including a panel led by journal editors who shared practical advice on successful academic publishing. The keynote lecture by Jesus Barreiro-Hurlé on bridging agricultural economics and policy also provided valuable insights into the European Union's current priorities in agriculture and food systems. In addition, the parallel sessions on consumer behaviour and food systems gave me the opportunity to discuss real-world implementation challenges with colleagues from across Europe.

In my presentation, I introduced our analysis of administrative data from university cafeterias in Prague using a difference-in-differences approach. I demonstrated that while information-based and price-based interventions can each successfully increase the uptake of plant-based meals, their combination may paradoxically result in early stock depletion due to cafeteria capacity constraints. The presentation received positive feedback and sparked engaging discussions with experts, including José Maria from the Universitat de València. We explored topics such as the application of the "living lab" concept, potential behavioural spillovers (for example, compensatory meat consumption at dinner), and the importance of staff motivation in implementing such interventions. Overall, the workshop significantly expanded my professional network as a postdoctoral researcher at the Charles University Environment Center and created valuable opportunities for future European research collaborations.

Hana Moravcová attended the Hanover Academic Offsite: Workshop & Writing Retreat, held on 11-14 June 2026 at Hof Evershorst in Langenhagen near Hanover. The event was a professional training activity focused on academic writing, publication strategies, and the development of concrete research outputs. The programme combined structured writing sessions, the setting of publication goals, regular reflection on progress, group discussions, and peer support. During the retreat, she worked on an ongoing manuscript and discussed its further development towards completion and submission to an academic journal. The programme also included discussions on the organisation of academic work, common challenges in scholarly writing, manuscript structure, and science communication. Participation in the seminar supported the development of systematic academic writing skills, more effective preparation of a publication output, and the strengthening of international professional contacts.

During my participation in the Flow Cytometry Summer School, I strengthened a core methodological skill essential to our laboratory’s focus on the tumor microenvironment. Our work examines genetic alterations and immune‑cell dynamics driving tumor progression and metastasis, and although our spatial analyses using immunohistochemistry and whole‑exome sequencing have revealed important immune and genetic contributors, functional characterization remains a key gap. The training provided practical and analytical expertise in flow cytometry, directly supporting my career development by enabling high‑dimensional immune profiling and functional assay design.

The event also enhanced the visibility of our research. I presented our main findings to teams from different institutions, generating scientific discussion and interest. This led to potential collaboration with a group studying macrophage‑mediated T‑cell education, a topic closely aligned with our research direction. Integrating their cell‑line models with our spatial and genomic analyses could strengthen institutional collaboration and broaden the translational impact of our work.

Overall, my attendance at the event directly supported my professional growth, increased the visibility of our research, and initiated meaningful collaborative opportunities that will benefit both our laboratory and our institution.

It was a great opportunity to attend the EMS School on Mathematical Aspects of Fluid Flows, which was closely connected to my research interests. In particular, my research focuses on theoretical problems arising in fluid mechanics and related areas such as fluid–structure interaction and diffuse interface models. The school helped me deepen my understanding of the mathematical theory behind fluid flows, the Navier–Stokes equations, and fluid–solid interaction. The lectures and discussions gave me new perspectives and ideas that will be beneficial for my research work. Moreover, it helped me to know about current challenges in the field and identify possible directions for my own research.

Furthermore, I had the opportunity to meet participants from different universities and diverse research backgrounds, and to discuss our research interests. These exchanges were valuable to me not only scientifically, but also for gaining professional confidence and establishing future academic networks and collaborations. Overall, attending the school was a very useful and motivating experience that supported my growth as a postdoctoral researcher.