The newsletter presents results from the individual REFRESH laboratories and highlights specific examples of how research is contributing to the region’s technological and social transformation. It also includes information on new scientific recruits, infrastructure development, and activities that bridge the gap between academia and industry.
The issue features an exclusive interview with Radomír Smolka, Member of the Board of Directors of Tatra Trucks responsible for research and development. In the interview, he shares an industry perspective on the importance of connecting academic and applied research communities and reflects on the role of REFRESH in this process.
“We consider the ability to bring together disciplines, institutions, expertise, and people to be one of the key prerequisites for our region’s competitiveness. We believe that the collaborations we’ve established will continue even after the project ends. I would like to thank everyone who is moving the project forward every day,” said Igor Ivan, Director of REFRESH and Rector of VŠB-TUO.
The newsletter is available here.