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Assistance to students and staff affected by the conflict in Ukraine

The management of Charles University, headed by Rector Milena Králíčková, has prepared concrete steps to help students and staff (and if need be members of their family) in areas affected by the conflict.

25 February 2022


The art of science communication

Science communication – raising  awareness and understanding among the general public, while capturing the thrill of successful science – is something of an art. It isn’t always easy to communicate effectively, not least given the complexity of some fields. But British experts agree, it is essential and it's important to get it right.

25 February 2022


Statement by the Rector of Charles University on the conflict in Ukraine

“As rector, together with the management of Charles University, I strongly condemn any form of aggression, not least the hostilities being conducted by Putin's Russia right now. This is an extremely dangerous move that threatens the lives of people across Europe - including those of fellow colleagues and students.”

24 February 2022


Information on the operation of dormitories

In practice, this will mean that, from 00:00 (midnight) on 22. 11. 2021, it will no longer be possible to present a self-test for admission to dormitories. Instead, admission to dormitories shall require the presentation of evidence of the following every 7 days. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and thank you for respecting these government-mandated rules and conditions.

19 November 2021


In pictures: Czechs mark 17 November

Czechs have been marking 17 November, commemorating the courage of students and citizens who stood up to two different totalitarian regimes: against the Nazi oppressors in 1939 and the Communists 50 years later. Students, teachers and representatives of Charles University as well as colleagues from other schools and regular citizens, all took part.

18 November 2021


CU's discovery service: Searching made easy

Charles University recently launched its new discovery service, UKAŽ, facilitating the simultaneous and smooth search of printed, digitised and electronic resources. The system was a complete redesign of its forerunner, integrating the catalogues of more than 60 CU libraries. Searching for books has never been more convenient.

15 November 2021


Students to students - Student Chamber of the Academic Senate of CU

The Student Chamber of the Academic Senate of Charles University appeals to students of individual faculties, to persevere in the observance of anti-epidemic measures and to get vaccinated. Their aim is to maintain the necessary in-person teaching despite the ever-increasing number of positively tested for COVID-19.

9 November 2021


Milena Králíčková elected first woman rector of CU

Charles University professor Milena Králíčková has been elected the next rector of Charles University. She becomes the first woman in the history of the school to hold the top post.

22 October 2021


A fascinating time to be a virologist

"I have always been attracted to science from a medical point of view. The choice of virology was a combination of relevance to human health and the technical possibilities of that time," says Professor Hans-Georg Kraeusslich, explaining why he became a virologist. Professor Kraeusslich was recently honoured by Charles University.

15 October 2021


The legacy of the Vienna Circle

This month, Charles University became the first stop for a traveling exhibition about the Vienna Circle from the University of Vienna. The show was accompanied by a conference on the lasting influence of the group – which included philosophers and scientists such as Moritz Schlick and Otto Neurath.

14 October 2021




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