Grygar Turns 90. Still Talking About Space, Fighting Practitioners of Dowsing, and Would Not Spare Putin
Astrophysicist Jiří Grygar celebrates his 90th birthday, reflecting on his impact on science and his battles against pseudoscience.
First they come for the scientists. As a historian, I know what follows next
Historian Marci Shore discusses the implications of attacks on science and scientific institutions by political figures, particularly in the context of Central and Eastern Europe.
QUIZ: Everyone knows about the robot and the hoe. But can you recognize other Czech inventions?
A quiz tests knowledge of various Czech inventions that have significantly impacted science and daily life.
Consider Science! Exceptionally Talented High School Students Presented in Brno
Exceptional high school students showcased their talents in Brno, Czech Republic.
The Rest After the Autopsy: Are Crime Series True? An Investigator and a Forensic Doctor Testify
The article discusses the authenticity of crime series with insights from a criminal investigator and a forensic doctor.
One of the First Czech Women in Natural Sciences Refused to Choose Between Work and Her Feelings
Zdenka Hásková-Dyková, a pioneer among Czech women in natural sciences, navigated the conflict between pursuing her career and her personal life, a struggle that resonates with women's experiences to this day.
Monogamy originated due to competition for property, say Czech scientists
Czech scientists claim that the institution of monogamy developed as a result of competition over property.
The presentation did not meet the standards of a professional lecture. ČVUT distanced itself from a presentation by a popular figure in the chemtrails community
ČVUT distanced itself from a controversial lecture on aviation's impact on the troposphere, led by a speaker known for promoting conspiracy theories about weather manipulation.
The science behind how everyone missed the Czechs having an extra skater vs. Canada
The article discusses a situation where the Czech hockey team had an extra skater during a game against Canada, examining why this went unnoticed using psychological concepts.
"If I had been born a man, it would probably have been easier," says scientist Lucie Ráčková
Czech scientist Lucie Ráčková discusses the challenges women face in academia during International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Josef Trojan, Lukáš Provod, and 'Zdíša': Who are the Young Czechs Changing the World Before Turning 30
Forbes highlights young Czech innovators under 30 who are significantly influencing business, culture, science, and society, showcasing their energy, ideas, and courage to challenge stereotypes.
Increase in agricultural subsidies, cuts in security, and less money for science. How did Schillerová amend Stanjura's budget?
Finance Minister Alena Schillerová adjusts the budget proposed by her predecessor, Zbyněk Stanjura, aiming for higher agricultural subsidies while cutting funding for security and science.
Orko Vácha: Work on yourself, study, communicate with each other. There are personalities in every generation
Catholic priest and biologist Marek Orko Vácha discusses the role of Czech science in cancer research and the concerns of the young generation about the future in a recent interview.
The connection of this funeral community to sharks is very interesting.
Czech scientists have made a unique discovery in Oman regarding the relationship between a funeral community and sharks.
A new type of quantum computer would work even in the living room. The bold idea comes from a Czech scientist
Czech scientist Vít Svoboda has proposed a revolutionary concept for quantum computers using chiral molecules instead of electricity and silicon, winning the prestigious Dream Chemistry Award.
Books about Science in 2025: Digital Concerns, Anatomy of Disinformation, Rivers as Living Creatures and Witch Trials
The article discusses upcoming science books for 2025, including a Czech edition of Yuval Noah Harari's 'Nexus' and its place among popular science literature.