NCBR (National Centre for Biomolecular Research)

The National Centre for Biomolecular Research (NCBR) is a department at the Faculty of Science of Masaryk University in Brno. Our research centre is located in the modern premises of the University Campus Bohunice, with the Central European Institute of Technology (CEITEC) and the Faculty of Medicine. This unique synergy and state-of-the-art equipment allows us to conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of bio-omics and structural biology. Our research integrates experimental techniques with computer simulations and bioinformatic analyses. At the Centre, we support talented students at all levels of study (undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral), including mentoring secondary school students in Students` Professional Activity (SPA) projects.

Upcoming events

4 Jul

Ludmilla Aristilde: Unraveling Bacterial Pathways in the Metabolism of Complex Carbon Feedstocks: From Natural Carbon Cycling to Engineered Carbon Recycling

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Come to a presentation about how to gain insights into the biochemical mechanisms that control organic processes by microbial catalysts in environmental and engineered settings.

14–25 Jul

Summer School - Multiscale Modelling Methods

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Study cutting-edge computer simulations to solve chemical and biochemical problems ranging from supramolecular chemistry to structural biology. Explore a world beyond the reach of experimental methods, where molecular modelling plays a pivotal role in rationalising new materials, understanding the foundations of life, and designing new drugs.

Registration deadlines: 1st May 2025, 23:59 (early birds); 30th June 2025, 23:59 (final)

News

May 2025

Masaryk University opens a new PhD programme in Experimental Plant Biology

The Faculty of Science of Masaryk University has received accreditation for a new PhD programme in Experimental Plant Biology. This programme, which will be available for study from the coming academic year, responds to the major challenges of our time, such as climate change and food security.

25 Mar

#PoznejNCBR

The event programme will offer a behind-the-scenes look at research at NCBR - visitors can look forward to guided tours of the laboratories, demonstrations of scientific and student projects, competition and popularization activities and informal discussions with participating students and teachers.

7 Mar

I trust people and give them autonomy, says Michaela Wimmerová, describing her management style at the National Centre for Biomolecular Research, SCI MUNI

What does it mean to delve into the intricate world of molecular phenomena? How does adhesion therapy play a crucial role in the field of glycobiochemistry? And what are the key principles guiding her leadership at the National Centre for Biomolecular Research? We sat down with Michaela Wimmerová, Director of the Centre, to uncover these insights and more.

February 2025

Faculty will expand the possibilities of financing PhD students by combining scholarships and employment

The amendment to the Higher Education Act improves the conditions for doctoral studies. The main changes concern the income and status of PhD students. Luděk Bláha, Vice Dean of SCI MUNI for Doctoral Studies, describes how our faculty is preparing for the changes.

23 Jan

Vladimir Sklenar Scholarship

To honour the memory of Professor Vladimír Sklenář, an internationally renowned scientist and an important organiser of scientific activities in the Czech Republic, CEITEC and the Faculty of Science of Masaryk University announce the Vladimír Sklenář Scholarship. The scholarship is intended for female and male PhD students at universities in the Czech and Slovak Republic who are working in the field of NMR spectroscopy and can be used to cover the costs associated with studying and working on a dissertation project. The intention is to improve and enhance the level of studies as well as the personal and career development of the winner.

17 Dec 2024

Masaryk University awarded its best scientists

On 11 December, 37 scientists or research groups received the MUNI Scientist Award for outstanding achievements, publications in prestigious journals or publishing houses and outstanding research results.

The aim of the award, given by the internal Grant Agency of Masaryk University (GAMU), is to strengthen the motivation of the university's scientists and to spread the university's reputation in the scientific community and in the public. The award ceremony was attended by 43 researchers and teams in person in the atrium of the CEITEC MU Institute.

TIP

10 Dec 2024

New Master's degree programme Bioinformatics

Masaryk University has accredited a new study programme Bioinformatics in cooperation between the Faculty of Informatics and the Faculty of Science.

26 Nov 2024

Our colleague Martina Pokorná left us after a long and difficult illness.

Our colleague Martina Pokorná left us after a long and difficult illness. Our graduate, who worked at CEITEC MU since 2012 in the role of Deputy Director for Administration and then briefly as Deputy Director for Human Resources. Martina has contributed to the close cooperation between the Faculty of Science and CEITEC MU.