Networking Event

Chemistry Meets Biology

Bridging disciplines. Sparking collaborations.

📅 24 September 2026
📍 Faculty of Science, Charles University (Room CH2)
💰 Free of charge
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🔬 About the Event

Chemistry Meets Biology – Networking Event is a one-day workshop designed to bring together researchers working across these disciplines and create space for meaningful interaction and collaboration.

At the interface of chemistry and biology, fundamental discoveries are translated into practical applications.

Scientific Networking

🤝 Meet

Researchers from chemistry and biology across Prague

💡 Discover

Complementary expertise and new perspectives

🚀 Initiate

New interdisciplinary collaborations

🧠 Share

Your research interests in an informal setting

🌱 Join

A new scientific networking initiative

Who Is It For?

This workshop is primarily intended for researchers who are actively shaping or planning independent research directions, including group leaders (PIs), senior postdoctoral researchers, and scientists preparing for independent careers.
It is particularly suited for those interested in establishing new collaborations at the interface of chemistry and biology.

Programme

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Focus of the presentations: The 5-minute "Flash Presentations" are specifically designed for group leaders to introduce their laboratory's core research, specialized equipment, and the specific areas where they seek or offer collaboration.
Time Session Speakers & Research Topics
09:00 – 09:15 Welcome & Introduction Opening remarks
09:15 – 10:15 SCIENTIFIC SESSION I Chair: Ondřej Baszczyňski
  • 09:15 – 09:22 Markéta Martínková (Faculty of Science, Charles University) – Heme sensor proteins
  • 09:22 – 09:30 Mufarrah Mehboob (Institute of Microbiology, CAS) – Exploring the Antibiotic-Responsive Regulatory Function of ABCF Proteins in Antibiotic-Producing Bacteria
  • 09:30 – 09:37 Olga Heidingsfeld (Faculty of Science, Charles University) – Pathogenic yeasts, namely Candida spp. Focus on proteins
  • 09:37 – 09:45 Pavla Perlíková (University of Chemistry and Technology) – Medicinal Chemistry
  • 09:45 – 09:52 Petr Novák (Institute of Microbiology, CAS) – Structural and clinical proteomics
  • 09:52 – 10:00 Michal Hocek (Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, CAS) – Chemical biology of nucleic acids
  • 10:00 – 10:07 Vanessa Loiacono (Charles University) – Organellar Gene Expression
10:15 – 10:45 ☕ Coffee Break Networking
10:45 – 11:45 SCIENTIFIC SESSION II Chair: Jan Černý
  • 10:45 – 10:52 Marian Novotný (Charles University) – Structural bioinformatics
  • 10:52 – 11:00 Eva Benešová (University of Chemistry and Technology) – Asparaginases in medicine and food industry
  • 11:00 – 11:07 Tomáš Kovaľ (Institute of Biotechnology, CAS) – Structural biology
  • 11:07 – 11:15 Vladimír Raus (Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, CAS) – Polymer chemistry. Polymers for the isolation of membrane proteins.
  • 11:15 – 11:22 Jana Dvořáková (Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, CAS) – Development of polymer-based inks for 3D bioprinting
  • 11:22 – 11:30 Jana Voříšková (Institute of Microbiology, CAS) – Environmental microbiology
11:45 – 13:00 🍴 Lunch Break Lunch & Networking
13:00 – 14:00 SCIENTIFIC SESSION III Chair: Pavla Perlíková
  • 13:00 – 13:07 Denisa Lizoňová (University of Chemistry and Technology) – Drug delivery, controlled release, advanced in vitro models
  • 13:07 – 13:15 Peter Košovan (Charles University) – Modeling of charged macromolecules
  • 13:15 – 13:22 Ondřej Baszczyňski (Faculty of Science, Charles University) – Medicinal Chemistry
  • 13:22 – 13:30 Viliam Kolivoška (Heyrovský Institute, CAS) – Electrochemistry, biophysics
  • 13:30 – 13:37 Ondřej Vaněk (Faculty of Science, Charles University) – Structural biochemistry of immune recognition
  • 13:37 – 13:45 Lenka Šlachtová (Institute of Experimental Medicine, CAS) – ALS, genomics, neurodegenerative diseases
  • 13:45 – 13:52 Alena Pecinová (Institute of Physiology, CAS) – Lipid remodelling during metabolic challenges
14:00 – 14:30 ☕ Coffee Break Networking
14:30 – 15:30 SCIENTIFIC SESSION IV Chair: Ondřej Baszczyňski
  • 14:30 – 14:37 Zuzana Sumbalová Koledová (Institute of Molecular Genetics, CAS) – Tissue morphogenesis & cancer; mammary gland formation and breast cancer
  • 14:37 – 14:45 Sándor Forczek (Institute of Experimental Botany, CAS) – Constructed wetlands, water pollution, biochar
  • 14:45 – 14:52 Marie Kodedová (Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University) – Action mechanism of new antifungal agents (fluorescence methods)
  • 14:52 – 15:00 Gabriela Křiváková / Ivana Vonková (CZ-OPENSCREEN / Institute of Molecular Genetics, CAS) – Chemical biology, High-throughput screening
  • 15:00 – 15:07 Helena Janíčková (Institute of Physiology, CAS) – Acetylcholine receptors and their role in behavioral control
  • 15:07 – 15:15 Lukáš Chmátal (Institute of Physiology, CAS) – Sex differences in metabolism
15:30 – 15:50 Round Table Discussion "How to effectively collaborate in Chem, MedChem and Biology"
15:50 – 16:00 Closing Remarks P. Perlíková & O. Baszczyňski

Organizers

Pavla Perlíková

Pavla Perlíková

UCT Prague

Group leader specializing in medicinal and organic chemistry. Her research focuses on the design and synthesis of biologically active compounds. Her group works with natural product-inspired scaffolds and combines synthetic chemistry with rational design to develop new therapeutic strategies in oncology and parasitic diseases.

Ondřej Baszczyňski

Ondřej Baszczyňski

Charles University

Group leader in organic and medicinal chemistry. His research concentrates on the design and synthesis of self-immolative linkers for drug delivery and intelligent materials. His team works with antifungal compounds and combines synthetic chemistry with rational design to develop new compounds and their prodrugs for treating invasive fungal infections.

Jan Černý

Jan Černý

Charles University

Professor of cell biology and immunology at the Faculty of Science. His work spans molecular biology, genetics, and cytology, with a broad perspective on cellular systems. He is actively engaged in teaching and contributes to the development of cell biology and immunology through interdisciplinary dialogue and academic mentoring.

📍 Location

Faculty of Science, Charles University
Hlavova 8, Prague 2
Room: CH2

The venue is easily accessible by public transport (tram stop Albertov).

❓ FAQ

Do I need to present my research?

The event provides an opportunity to present your research and highlight potential opportunities for collaboration. However, active participation is not required.

Is there a participation fee?

No, the event is free of charge.

What is the language of the event?

The event will be held in English. All presentations, discussions, and networking activities will take place in English to ensure accessibility for an international audience.

Will refreshments be provided?

Yes, light refreshments will be available.

📝 Registration

Capacity has been reached. Registration is now closed.