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Professor Kateřina Králová from the Institute of International Studies FSV UK will become a member of the Scientific Council of the European Research Council (ERC) starting January 1, 2026. This marks the very first representation of Charles University in this prestigious body. The Scientific Council is the governing body that sets the research funding strategy for this leading European programme. Congratulations!
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Paedagogium UK platform supports teachers who aim to enhance the quality of teaching and bring new approaches to their classrooms. In 2026, it offers two grant calls focused on improving the educational process at Charles University – Teaching Innovation Grant and Teaching Materials Innovation Grant. Applications are open until December 31, 2025.
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We cordially invite you to the traditional Annual Ball of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University, which will take place on March 5, 2026 in the historic premises of the National House in Vinohrady. This year too, you can look forward to live music, dancing, an accompanying cultural program and a Prize Game.
Tickets are already on sale via GoOut.
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The Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University, the Czech Academy of Sciences, and the SciComHub platform are bringing the second edition of the Science Communication 360° conference, which will take place on February 5, 2026 at the Jinonice Campus. After a successful pilot edition, participants can look forward to several new features. We invite science communicators, PR specialists, and researchers interested in presenting their work to the public.
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The Czech Science Foundation (GACR), as the most important provider of funding for basic research projects in the Czech Republic, will begin funding over 400 scientific projects from all areas of basic research starting next year. At FSV UK, four standard projects will be supported.
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In the latest episode of the De Facto podcast, we wanted to introduce some of our international students and highlight their experiences, academic journeys, and the work they are doing here at FSV UK. Our guests were two doctoral students — Rose Smith from the Institute of International Studies and Ronan Wordsworth from the Institute of Political Studies. What motivated them to choose FSV UK specifically? And have they got used to living in the Czech Republic? Find out in the podcast.
