Academic courses
Microbiology
2025-ongoing
Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the pharmaceutical and medical aspects of microbiology, virology, mycology, and parasitology. Students will gain fundamental knowledge of the structure, function, genetics, and taxonomy of medically important bacteria, viruses, fungi, yeasts, and parasites.
The course also introduces the principles of good laboratory and manufacturing practice (GLP and GMP) relevant to pharmaceutical microbiology. Emphasis is placed on the mechanisms of infection, prevention, prophylaxis, and treatment of infectious diseases, as well as on clinically significant infections encountered in human medicine.
Microbiology - practical course
2025-ongoing
Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
This course complements the theoretical Microbiology lectures through hands-on laboratory training. Students are introduced to essential microbiological techniques and experimental methods used in pharmaceutical and medical microbiology. Preparatory lectures and seminars provide the necessary theoretical background for laboratory exercises.
Each student independently prepares and submits laboratory protocols summarizing the procedures, observations, and results of the experiments.
CORE042 Data – the Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe, and Everything...
2022 - ongoing
Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
This course provides students with a broad view of different forms of contemporary research and different methods of approaching it in various scientific fields. The common denominator of research in the 21st century across disciplines is research data, which is the cornerstone of scientific work in different disciplines. Scientific data is now coming to the fore in terms of applicability, communication and credibility of the research. However, the view of, access to, and principles for working with scientific data vary greatly depending on the scientific discipline.
Bi6700c - Taxonomy of prokaryotes- practical course
Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
The main goal of this course was an introduction of students to isolation and cultivation of microorganisms and maintenance of pure cultures. Students also learned to access the microscopic and macroscopic morphology of archaea and bacteria, along with their classification, identification and typing.
Courses for broader audience
Antimicrobial resistance
Are you curious about the silent threat lurking in our hospitals, communities, and daily lives? Join us on a journey to unveil the world of "superbugs" and the pressing issue of Antimicrobial Resistance. In this eye-opening course, we'll break down the science of superbugs and what it means for you and your family's health.
We will look into superbugs and their impact on our health, but by the end of the course you will also understand you role in resistance spread, prevention measures and how researchers are approaching this rising issue. Antimicrobial Resistance is everyone´s battle, so let´s learn what we are up against.
Microbiome & Health
This course explores the intricate relationship between the human microbiome and overall well-being. We will delve into how these microorganisms impact various aspects of health, such as digestion, immune function, chronic diseases and even mental health.
You will get valuable and comprehensive insights into an exciting and evolving field at the intersection of biology, medicine, and healthcare.
Microbiome & Nutrition
Course Microbiome & Nutrition focuses on the interplay between the human microbiome and dietary choices. It examines how the food we consume or other habbits that we have influence the composition and function of our gut microbiota, and how, in turn, these microorganisms affect our nutritional status and overall health.
At the end of the course you will be able to make not only microbiome-friendly food & life style choices but also prepare your own fermented food so you can become a superhero for your microbiome!