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Discovery from Ostrava Opens the Path to a New Generation of Solar and Quantum Technologies

Scientists from the University of Ostrava have demonstrated that a slight change in the relative arrangement of two ultrathin layers of material can significantly affect its interaction with light. Their discovery, published in the prestigious journal Nano Letters, paves the way for the development of more efficient solar cells, photodetectors, and quantum devices.

Signing of the grant agreement with CINEA

On November 20, 2025, a grant agreement was signed with CINEA under the Just Transition Mechanism – Public Sector Loan Facility (JTM PSLF) program. The grant, amounting to CZK 31.75 million, represents one of several financing sources for the project. This is a significant step enabling further progress of the project and contributing to the region’s sustainable development and energy transition.

NEOLAiA Coffee: Mobility opportunities within the alliance

On October 13th, the third edition of the traditional student-favorite NEOLAiA Coffee meet up took place at the cozy lounge dOUpě at the University of Ostrava.

Scholarship Information for Ukrainian Students

The UO will support new and current students in the wake of the situation in Ukraine.

On 7 March, 2022, the management of the University of Ostrava decided to terminate its cooperation with Russian state universities with immediate effect

This is a response to the statement of the Russian Rectors' Union (similar to the Czech Rectors' Conference), which is not in line with European values, particularly humanity and the promotion of democratic principles. Russian students currently studying at the UO will not be affected by this move.

Help for people affected by the war in Ukraine

On this page, you can find an overview of available information and contacts you can turn to if you need help or would like to get involved.

The University of Ostrava expresses its solidarity with Ukraine

The University of Ostrava has already condemned Russia's unprovoked aggression against Ukraine, expressed its solidarity with Ukraine and its people, and joined the statement of the Czech Rectors' Conference on the war in Ukraine.