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Official Names and Abbreviations
Official University Name (as defined in the Statutes): VSB – Technical University of Ostrava
In both internal and external official communication, the following abbreviated forms may be used and are preferred:
- VSB – Technical University of Ostrava
- VSB-TUO
Faculties, University Institutes and Their Abbreviations:
- Faculty of Mining and Geology (FMG)
- Faculty of Materials Science and Technology (FMST)
- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (FME)
- Faculty of Economics (FE)
- Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (FEECS)
- Faculty of Civil Engineering (FCE)
- Faculty of Safety Engineering (FSE)
- IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center (IT4I)
- Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET)
VSB-TUO to develop remote vehicle control technologies with Korean institute
A Cooperative Center for Advanced Technologies and Future Mobility will also be established as part of the project. It will be located on the VSB – Technical University of Ostrava...
Czech Republic Gains Access to One of Europe’s Most Powerful Supercomputers for AI
Through IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center, the Czech Republic will gain access to LUMI-AI, a new European supercomputing infrastructure.
The Czech Republic’s first quantum computer is available to users. Researchers and companies begin working with VLQ
The Czech Republic’s first quantum computer is available to users. Researchers and companies begin working with VLQ
Fraunhofer Innovation Platform at VSB-TUO continues, focusing on AI for industry
Fraunhofer Innovation Platform at VSB-TUO continues, focusing on AI for industry
Supercomputers, AI, and a Quantum Computer: IT4Innovations Celebrates 15 Years
Supercomputers, AI, and a Quantum Computer: IT4Innovations Celebrates 15 Years
CEETe II to Strengthen VŠB-TUO Research Infrastructure and Support the Region’s Transformation
CEETe II to Strengthen VŠB-TUO Research Infrastructure and Support the Region’s Transformation
Czech AI Factory Launches: Czechia Introduces
Czech AI Factory Launches: Czechia Introduces Its Own AI Services and Supercomputing Infrastructure
IT4Innovations unveils five research flagships centred on supercomputing, AI, and quantum technologies
IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center, part of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava, unveils five cutting-edge projects, known as research flagships, which will push the...
Nanorobot experiment for Czech ISS mission enters key phase
Experiment with Nanorobots for Czech Mission to the International Space Station Enters Key Development Phase
Czech–German meeting of researchers and companies to address key topics shaping today’s industry
Intelligent and sustainable manufacturing, together with modern energy solutions, including hydrogen systems, will take centre stage at the third annual Czech–German Meeting, held...
VSB-TUO has developed a revolutionary device for researching new battery materials
The search for and research of new materials for battery production will become easier, faster, and more cost-effective thanks to a device developed by a scientific team at VSB –...
Students of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava excelled at Meat Design
The 10th anniversary edition of the Meat Design Ostrava festival showcased top creations by Czech designers as well as students. VSB – Technical University of Ostrava also...
Energy consumption in data centres is high. Yet thanks to the help of Czech scientists, it is possible to reduce and control it
With the growing demand for computing power, particularly due to the development of artificial intelligence, the energy consumption of supercomputers is also increasing.
Research Team from VSB-TUO Wins Prestigious Award for Development of Systems for Autonomous Vehicles
The Ostrava-based spin-off company autinno has received a prestigious award in the United Kingdom for its research and development of technologies essential for automated driving...
VSB-TUO once again wins the “University Recommended by Employers” Award
VSB – Technical University of Ostrava has once again defended its first-place position among Czech universities highly rated by companies, surpassing the technical universities in...
80 Years Since VSB Began Teaching in Ostrava
In 1945, by decision of the President of the Republic, VSB was relocated from Příbram to Ostrava, marking the beginning of its development.
EU Ambassadors Visited VSB – Technical University of Ostrava
Ambassadors and diplomats from the embassies of EU member states and the Representation of the European Commission visited VSB – Technical University of Ostrava as part of their...
The Czech Republic has its own AI Factory, including a new AI supercomputer
The results of the latest call for European AI Factories have been announced in Luxembourg, and the Czech Republic is among the successful applicants. The national consortium of...
LUMI-Q Consortium Unveils the VLQ Quantum Computer for the Czech and European Science Community
Today, a new quantum computer named VLQ was officially inaugurated at IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center in the Czech Republic, in the presence of prominent Czech and...
VSB-TUO Appoints New Management, headed by the youngest rector in University history
One of the most significant ceremonial events in the academic world recently took place at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava: the inauguration of the new rector and...
New laboratory at VŠB-TUO enhances safe human-robot interaction
The Faculty of Safety Engineering (FSE) of VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava has today inaugurated a new Laboratory for Safe Human-Robot Collaboration.
President of the Republic appoints Igor Ivan as the new rector of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava
Today, President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel appointed the new Rector of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava at Prague Castle. Prof. Ing. Igor Ivan, Ph.D. will assume...
3D vascular models to improve colon cancer surgeries – powered by a supercomputer
Ostrava-based researchers and doctors are developing a tool that could shorten colon cancer surgeries and reduce the risk of complications for patients.
VSB-TUO ranked in the Top 100 universities advancing sustainable energy
VSB – Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TUO) has been ranked among the world’s top 100 universities making a significant contribution to the development of sustainable energy...
VSB-TUO sends Science to Space Projects Head to the International Space Station
Scientists from VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava have had a significant success in the field of space research. Two projects were selected for implementation on board the...
VSB-TUO Launches Second Round of Admissions, Interest of Applicants for Study Grows
VSB – The Technical University of Ostrava has seen an increase in interest in studies this year. Applications for study were submitted by 12% more applicants than last year. This...
Professor Igor Ivan was elected as new rector of VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava
The Academic Senate of the Mining University – Technical University of Ostrava (VŠB-TUO) has decided on a new rector of the University for the next 4 years. Today, Professor Igor...
Establishment of Protohub Training Centre at VSB-TUO – Significant Cooperation with Prusa Research
A new Protohub Training and Teaching Centre has been established at VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava. This is the result of the university's long-term cooperation with the...
Ostrava reaches the same temperature as in space. Preparations are underway for installing the VLQ quantum computer
This year, the first Czech quantum computer will be installed in the IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Centre in Ostrava.
News at VŠB-TUO: Virtual assistant Nika and a new study programme focused on smart and green buildings
The end of the first round of admission to the only technical university in the Moravian-Silesian Region is approaching. The university attracts not only new and existing study...
The Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies at VSB-TUO Supports Energy Savings through the EPC Method
The Energy Research Centre (ERC), part of the Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET) at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava, has long been involved in the...
Researchers from VSB-TUO get new laboratories and a test polygon for smart cars and mobile robots
Modern laboratories, workspaces, and a unique testing polygon for automated vehicle and mobile robotic systems will be established on the VSB-Technical University Ostrava campus,...
IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center is about to renew its systems. A contract has been signed for a new supercomputer
Over the next two years, the supercomputers Barbora and Karolina at the IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center will be replaced. Like all electronic devices, they become...
AI Factories will be created in Europe, with the Czech Republic to be a part of them
The European AI Factories Call results, which will support Europe's broader deployment of AI tools in society and industry, have been announced in Luxembourg. One of the winning...
The new CLARA research centre will use artificial intelligence, quantum computing methods, and supercomputers for neurodegenerative disease research
Brain research requires a fundamental change in research approach. Research teams from four Czech research institutes have come up with a completely new direction, teaming up with...
Jana Kukutschova presented research results at TEDxUNYP
Research results from Prof. Jana Kukutschová’s team (VSB – Technical University of Ostrava) were presented for the first time at the world's leading platform TEDxUNYP. Are...
Close collaboration for the journey towards climate neutrality
The transition of cities and regions towards climate neutrality requires broad cooperation and commitment from all stakeholders. On 9 October, rectors of U!REKA partners got...
Atomic Antibiotics Developed by Czech Scientists Counter Bacterial Resistance
Scientists from Palacký University Olomouc (UP) and the Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TUO), in collaboration with colleagues from China, have discovered a groundbreaking...
Europe takes a quantum leap: LUMI-Q consortium signs contract to establish quantum computer in the Czech Republic
The European Union has taken another step towards enhancing the European quantum computing infrastructure by signing a contract for the acquisition of the LUMI-Q consortium's...
VSB-TUO Leads Prestigious International Project for Converting Biomass into Green Fuels
The main goal of the international MERGE project, funded by the Horizon Europe program, is to develop eco-friendly, easily recyclable, cost-effective, and efficient single atom...
VSB-TUO to join the European Sustainable Development Week again this year
This year, the European Sustainability Week also falls on September 20-26, 2024. The only technical university in the region, VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava, is also...
Big change for VSB-TUO: Future economists will start studying on campus in September
VSB – The Technical University of Ostrava today festively presented the new building of the Faculty of Economics, which was built on the campus of the University of...
Werner von Siemens Awards for 2022 also went to VSB-TUO.
In the 25th anniversary edition of the Werner von Siemens Awards for 2022, which recognizes the best students, young researchers, and teachers in technical and natural science...