MATUR is one of the key research projects at VSB – Technical University of Ostrava. Its aim is to connect cutting-edge materials research with practical applications and strengthen the transfer of technologies into industry. The project is carried out at the Faculty of Materials Science and Technology of VSB-TUO in cooperation with other faculties and research partners.
The MATUR project focuses on the research of materials and technologies with a real impact on both industry and everyday life. It brings together various fields of materials engineering and seeks solutions to current challenges such as sustainability, energy, and more efficient manufacturing. Research teams are working, for example, on the development of new types of materials capable of withstanding extreme conditions, materials for energy storage including hydrogen technologies, and technologies that help reduce the environmental burden of industry. The project also involves work with nanomaterials and modern technologies with broad application potential. Importantly, the research is not intended to remain purely theoretical — the goal is for the results to find practical applications and help move industry toward a more sustainable future.
So far, the research teams have achieved:
- 87 national and international grants
- 116 scientific publications
- 150 presentations at professional conferences and events
- 5 patent applications
At the same time, hundreds of people have been involved in the project’s activities, while research capacities have been continuously strengthened.
Innovations with Real Impact
A major benefit of the project is its focus on applied research. The results are being translated into specific technological solutions and innovations.
New patent applications are currently being developed in areas such as:
- advanced filtration systems
- protection of metal surfaces
- innovative material technologies
These outputs confirm that the research carried out within the project has a direct impact on industrial practice.
Connecting Science and Industry
The MATUR project systematically connects the academic environment with the application sphere. This enables efficient knowledge transfer, the development of new technologies, and their subsequent implementation in practice.
An important part of the project is also the support of young researchers and the development of research teams that gain experience in an international and interdisciplinary environment.
Moving into the Next Phase
In the coming period, the project will focus on the further development of ongoing technologies, their validation in practice, and strengthening cooperation with industrial partners. The goal is not only to achieve the planned outputs, but above all to deliver long-term benefits for materials engineering and technological innovation.
The MATUR project demonstrates that high-quality research truly matters when it leads to concrete solutions and pushes the boundaries of current technologies.