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Invitation \u2013 Applied Enzymology Course<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n We are pleased to invite you to a 4-day Applied Enzymology course, which will take place from 29 June to 2 July 2026 at Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, The Netherlands. The course is organized under the auspices of the APBC project. The course provides detailed insight into the basic principles of enzymes, their engineering, … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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APBC project attracts attention at the 5th EU Day of the Faculty of Engineering Sciences in Bayreuth<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n As part of the 5th EU Day of the Faculty of Engineering Sciences, which took place on April 15, 2026 at the University of Bayreuth, Doc. Martin Humenik (Department of Biomaterials) presented the promising APBC project to a professional audience. In addition to many colleagues from the faculty, the presentation was mainly aimed at the … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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New DLS Instrument to Strengthen Nanoparticle and Protein Research<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n On April 9, 2026, early-career researchers, PhD students, and master\u2019s and bachelor\u2019s degree students (10 participants in total) attended a professional seminar focused on the multi-angle dynamic light scattering (MADS) method for protein analysis. The seminar introduced the principles of the method, its applications in biomolecular research, and provided practical training on the newly acquired … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Cutometer Training Workshop: Preparation of a Cosmetic Study in Ko\u0161ice, Bratislava and Nitra<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n As part of the APBC project, a series of professional workshops focused on working with the Cutometer device were held in February 2026 at the specialized facilities of JUHAPHARM s. r. o. in Ko\u0161ice, Bratislava, and Nitra. The events were intended for members of the research team, medical professionals, and other expert staff. They were … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Successful Webinar on Computational Enzyme Engineering Attracted Dozens of Participants<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n Last Thursday, a successful demonstration webinar focused on computational enzyme engineering was held, attracting a diverse audience of researchers and academics. The online workshop was attended by approximately 40 participants. The event was held under the auspices of the APBC project. The main highlights of the event were expert lectures delivered by H. J. Wijma … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Invitation to the 4th COZYME Online Demonstration Webinar<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
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The international Computational Enzyme Design course brought practical training in enzyme design<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n The seventh annual international Hands-on Computational Enzyme Design Course, organized by Loschmidt Laboratories in cooperation with Enantis, took place from February 9 to 13, 2026. During five intensive days, participants gained practical experience with modern tools used in the computational design of enzymes and proteins. The event was attended by 63 participants from 24 countries, … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Introduction of the SpectroLight610 Instrument for Protein Studies<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n On 15 January 2026, an expert lecture introducing the SpectroLight610 instrument, acquired within the APBC consortium, was held at the Institute of Neuroimmunology of the Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAS) in Bratislava. The event provided researchers and students with an overview of modern approaches to protein analysis and highlighted new opportunities for collaboration in the … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Project APBC and Antarctic lichen research: new paths to resilient biomolecules<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n The Antarctic research stay of Assoc. Prof. Michal Goga,PhD., an expert in lichen biology, significantly contributes to the fulfillment of the goals of the Advanced Protein Biotechnology Consortium (APBC) project. Research in one of the most extreme environments on Earth provides a unique approach to organisms that have developed extremely effective molecular survival strategies during … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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PhD student of the Institute of Physics and Technology of the Slovak Academy of Sciences strengthened cooperation through biomaterials research in Bayreuth<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n A PhD student Mgr. Tom\u00e1\u0161 B\u00edr\u00f3 from the Institute of Experimental Physics of the Slovak Academy of Sciences completed a two-month professional internship at the University of Bayreuth (Germany). Under the supervision of Dr. Martin Humenik (Hybrid Materials Group, Chair of Biomaterials), his research focused on the preparation of protein\/fibril-DNA hybrids for the fabrication of nanohydrogels. … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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The ABPC Project Strengthens Cooperation in Protein Biotechnology and\u00a0Cancer Bioimaging<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n From 17 to 21 November 2025, researchers from the Center for Interdisciplinary Biosciences (CIB, UPJ\u0160) visited the University of Debrecen to further strengthen their collaboration with the team of Dr. Gy\u00f6rgy V\u00e1mosi. The visit brought together Dr. Veronika Hunto\u0161ov\u00e1 and Dr. \u013dubo\u0161 Ambro to advance joint research on fluorescent proteins for bioimaging and targeted cancer … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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APBC Highlighted at the Novel Trends in Chemistry, Research and Education Conference<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n The Novel Trends in Chemistry, Research and Education conference is one of the traditional November events organized by the Institute of Chemistry of the Faculty of Science at Pavol Jozef \u0160af\u00e1rik University in Ko\u0161ice. Each year, it provides a platform to present the latest achievements in chemical research and innovations in chemistry education through selected … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Prof. Igor Juri\u0161ica gave a lecture on artificial intelligence and computational biology<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n On November 3, an inspiring lecture entitled “Multi-Omics Data Integration: AI and Integrative Computational Biology” was held in Bratislava, led by one of the world’s leading experts in the field of computational biology, data science and artificial intelligence in medicine – Prof. Igor Juri\u0161ica, PhD, Dr.Sc. In his pioneering research, Prof. Juri\u0161ica, PhD., DrSc. combines … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Invitation to a lecture: IMD\u2013AI\u2013IVB \u2013 new approaches in bioinformatics<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
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New analytical technique HOX assay comes to the CIB, TIP-UPJ\u0160 laboratory<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n From October 6 to 17, 2025 RNDr. Ivana Timkov\u00e1, PhD., from the Center for Interdisciplinary Biosciences, TIP UPJ\u0160, completed a professional internship focused on mastering a new analytical technique that will soon be implemented in our laboratory. The HOX assay is an ultrasensitive fluorescent method used to detect halides and study enzymatic dehalogenation. It is … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Kick-off of the APBC project: Connecting science, innovation and talent in Slovakia<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n GES Club Ko\u0161ice \u2013 a unique scientific and innovation project that represents a significant step in strengthening cooperation between academia and the biotechnology industry in Slovakia.\n\n <\/div>\n
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Center for Interdisciplinary Life Sciences at the European Science Night 2025 in Ko\u0161ice<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n On September 26, 2025, the Center for Interdisciplinary Life Sciences (CIB) of the Technology and Innovation Park in Ko\u0161ice (TIP-UPJ\u0160) participated in the European Science Night festival, which took place in the Optima Shopping Center in Ko\u0161ice.\n <\/div>\n
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Vice Chancellor welcomes promising young researcher, Salisbury University graduate<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n On Thursday, September 25, 2025, in the \u0160af\u00e1rik Chamber in the UPJ\u0160 Rectorate building, the Vice-Rector for International Relations Dr. h. c. prof. Mgr. Sl\u00e1vka Toma\u0161\u010d\u00edkov\u00e1, PhD. received the Fulbright scholarship holder Andersen Herman, accompanied by RNDr. Andrej Mirossay, PhD., Director of the UPJ\u0160 Technology and Innovation Park, where the young researcher will spend the academic year 2025\/2026.\n <\/div>\n
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\u00a0\u00a0TIP-UPJ\u0160 at SlovakiaTech 2025 \u2013 \u201cWhere ideas become solutions\u201d<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n Representatives of the Technology and Innovation Park of Pavol Jozef \u0160af\u00e1rik University in Ko\u0161ice participated in the largest technology conference in Slovakia this year \u2013 SlovakiaTech 2025 in Ko\u0161ice.\n <\/div>\n
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\u00a0TIP-UPJ\u0160 at the Brew and View event: Community, innovation and inspiring evenings in Ko\u0161ice<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n This week was in the spirit of events that connect science, innovation and people. The Technology and Innovation Park of Pavol Jozef \u0160af\u00e1rik University (TIP-UPJ\u0160) was also present at the exceptional Brew and View evening, organized by Business Ko\u0161ice.\n <\/div>\n
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Biochemistry Congress 2025<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n The \u201cFEBS3+ Meeting: XXVIIIth BIOCHEMISTRY CONGRESS of the Czech and Slovak Societies for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and with participation of Polish and German Biochemical Societies\u201d with the motto \u201cUnlocking of the Secrets of Life\u201d, took place in Prague at the National Technical Library from 7 to 10 September 2025 on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the original Czechoslovak Biochemical Society.\n <\/div>\n
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Young Scientists Discovering Protein Engineering at UPJ\u0160<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n At the beginning of September, students from Slovakia and the Czech Republic met at the CIB TIP of Pavol Jozef \u0160af\u00e1rik University in Ko\u0161ice to explore – under the guidance of experienced experts – the world of modern protein engineering. The five-day Summer School on Protein Engineering offered them not only specialized lectures but also hands-on experience, including recombinant DNA preparation, protein expression, and protein purification.\n <\/div>\n
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Salisbury University graduate to begin Fulbright research at the Center for Interdisciplinary Biosciences, TIP-UPJ\u0160<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n Salisbury University graduate Andersen Herman \u201925, a chemistry major from Fruitland, MD, has been awarded a 2025\u201326 U.S. Fulbright Student Award. He will spend the coming year in the Slovak Republic conducting groundbreaking research while engaging in cultural exchange and mentorship. Herman, a native of Haiti who immigrated to the United States with his family … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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\u00a0Meeting at CIB TIP UPJ\u0160: new perspectives for cooperation with MagGenome Technologies<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n On July 30, 2025, a professional meeting was held at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Biosciences (CIB), TIP UPJ\u0160, with an esteemed guest from India \u2013 Prof. Ramchand, CEO of MagGenome Technologies Pvt. Ltd., based in Chennai, India. The company specializes in the application of nanotechnology in biomedicine, particularly in the isolation of DNA, RNA, and plasmids … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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Computational Enzyme Design Course Opened New Research Opportunities<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n
\n \n From June 2 to 5, 2025, our colleague Dr. Martin Menkyna (CIB TIP-UPJ\u0160 in Ko\u0161ice) participated in the 6th Hands-on Computational Enzyme Design course in Brno. The event, organized by the Loschmidt Laboratories at Masaryk University in collaboration with Enantis, focused on modern tools in protein engineering. During four intensive days, participants gained hands-on experience … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n The APBC project officially started on March 1, 2025. Given the time of year and the approaching summer period, an online kick-off meeting was held on June 23, 2025. The event was organized by the project coordinator and main lead, Pavol Jozef \u0160af\u00e1rik University in Ko\u0161ice (UPJ\u0160). The purpose of the meeting was to officially … Continued<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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