https://www.fm.uniba.sk/ Najnovšie novinky sk https://www.fm.uniba.sk/fileadmin/tt_news_article.gif https://www.fm.uniba.sk/ Najnovšie novinky TYPO3 - get.content.right http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Thu, 31 Dec 2026 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/kamerunsky-vedec-adamou-velhima-genomika-je-buducnost-bez-nej-tuberkulozu-neporazime/ An interview with researcher Adamou Velhima about tuberculosis, genomics and life in Martin. He... He currently works at the Department of Pharmacology at the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine under the supervision of Matúš Dohál, PhD., on tuberculosis research and whole-genome sequencing of samples he brought directly from Africa. In Cameroon, tuberculosis represents a major public health issue, yet no one has conducted detailed molecular analyses there until now. In this interview, he talks about what led him to science, the challenges he has faced in Slovakia, and why he believes genomics is the science of the future. What led you to scientific work? As a young boy, I was fascinated by books about Louis Pasteur and Robert Koch. These were stories about discoveries that fundamentally changed medicine. I first became a doctor, but later decided to pursue a scientific career instead. Why did you choose microbiology, biotechnology, and especially the study of bacterial pathogens? During my university studies in biomedical sciences, I had to choose whether to continue with biochemistry or with bacteriology and virology. Because biochemistry involves a lot of mathematics—something I’m not particularly strong at—I chose the second option. At the same time, I also studied molecular biology. Although this field is highly developed globally, in Cameroon it is still far from the level it needs to be, and there is much that remains unexplored. That is why I decided to focus on tuberculosis combined with molecular biology. How did you learn about the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, and why did you choose it for your research stay? Like many PhD students, I was trying to conduct part of my research outside Cameroon. One reason was the lack of proper laboratory equipment at home. Because I had long been studying tuberculosis, I knew that Dr. Matúš Dohál at the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine is deeply involved in this field. I contacted the Department of Pharmacology and was fortunate—our communication began back in 2023. After all administrative steps were completed, I received a scholarship through the SAIA agency and could travel to Martin. What are your first impressions of the faculty? I have a very good impression. This is my very first stay in Europe. Your laboratories seem enormous—incomparable to those in Cameroon. For me, your biomedical center is truly the largest in the world. Your PhD research focuses on molecular typing of Mycobacterium bovis and drug resistance in tuberculosis. Why is this topic important? I chose tuberculosis because it remains one of the most dangerous diseases. Even in 2025, it is still the deadliest infectious disease in the world. In Cameroon, we have far more cases and far more deaths than in Europe.
A major issue in my country is also bovine tuberculosis, which can be transmitted to humans—a zoonotic infection. All previous studies in Cameroon were mostly epidemiological, they gathered numbers of patients and infected cattle, but not information about transmission routes. I am interested in the molecular level, which is why I brought samples here to analyze precisely how the disease spreads between humans and animals. What exactly will you work on during your stay at the Department of Pharmacology? We will be working on whole-genome sequencing—one of the most advanced techniques used in tuberculosis research. It allows us to obtain complete DNA information from the bacterial samples I brought from Cameroon. I call it my “little biobank.” 
My colleagues are also teaching me additional methods used internationally so I can apply them back home one day, if we manage to equip our laboratories properly. How do you see the future of genomics and biotechnology in tackling infectious diseases? Genomics is, in my opinion, the future. Diseases like tuberculos cannot be eradicated without whole-genome sequencing and the data it provides. We need precise information about how transmission occurs, how resistant the bacteria are, and which treatment is most appropriate.
And the potential is broader—genomics will be important across many areas of biology and medicine. You have worked in hospitals and laboratories across Cameroon. What is the biggest difference compared to Slovakia? The biggest difference is in laboratory equipment. Diagnostic tools based on molecular biology, which are common here, simply do not exist in most laboratories in Cameroon. What can international cooperation bring to young researchers? For me, the biggest benefit is the collaboration I have built here. Together with Matúš Dohál, we plan further projects aimed at helping eradicate tuberculosis in Cameroon. I have learned many molecular techniques here—skills that very few people at home possess. I hope to pass this knowledge on to young scientists and students in Cameroon. How do you feel about tme city of Martin and Slovakia in general? People are very respectful, which I appreciate. The biggest challenge is communication—many people don’t speak English. I expected at least basic English to be more common, but in shops or pharmacies I am often not understood at all. I now live in Vrútky in a dormitory with Slovak students, and I feel very good there. Interestingly, when I spent two weeks in Žilina in a dorm full of foreigners, the atmosphere was not as pleasant. I much prefer living with Slovaks. What has surprised you the most so far? The weather, definitely. I came from 35-degree heat—and now it's even 45 back home—straight into winter. The first days were very difficult. The language barrier, as I mentioned, was also surprising—the further I got from Bratislava, the harder it was to communicate in English. I even once rode past my stop on the train because nobody could understand me. Finding accommodation was another challenge—several times, when I said I was from Cameroon and needed housing for just three months, people simply hung up. And honestly, I was shocked that I haven’t seen any Africans here. In Martin, I haven’t met a single one. I even tried to find a Cameroonian community—but apparently, there isn’t one. What do you miss most about Cameroon? Definitely the food. And my friends I usually play football with. Is there something you would like to experience in Slovakia? I really want to experience a true winter—snow and skiing. We’re planning a trip to the High Tatras, so I hope my wish comes true.]]> [JLF] Titulka - úzke novinky milos.hrabovsky@uniba.sk Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:11:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/doktorandske-kolokvium-kai-branislav-zigo-1342026/ Monday 13.4.2026 at 13:10, Lecture room I 9 Branislav Zigo:
The Humanoid as a Research Platform: Perception, Action, and Intelligence Abstract:
We present the humanoid robot Unitree G1 with dexterous hands as a research platform for studying perception, action, and intelligence in embodied systems. The talk begins with a short live demonstration of the robot’s basic skills and highlights its current capabilities and limitations in locomotion, manipulation, perception and communication. The presentation then places these demonstrations into a broader research context. We show how humanoid manipulation is moving beyond scripted control towards learned sensorimotor policies, and briefly introduce Vision-Language-Action models, Large Behavior Models, and the role of tactile sensing and proprioception in stable grasping and regrasping. Particular attention is given to dexterous bimanual manipulation as one of the major open challenges in humanoid robotics. Finally, we discuss training strategies based on teleoperation, imitation learning, simulation, and Learning Using Privileged Information (LUPI), and summarize current state-of-the-art trends together with selected open problems. The aim is to link an intuitive robot demonstration with current research directions in embodied AI and humanoid dexterity.

More information Youtube channel ]]> [FMFI] Prednášky a semináre [FMFI] Kalendár Damas.Gruska@fmph.uniba.sk Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:49:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/seminar-katedry-teoretickej-fyziky-filip-ficek-1442026/ Tuesday 14.4.2026 at 14:00, Lecture room F2/125 Filip Ficek (Universität Wien):
Instability of the Anti-de Sitter spacetime
Abstract:
The AdS instability conjecture is one of the most important open problems in mathematical general relativity. It states that arbitrarily small perturbations of the anti-de Sitter spacetime may lead to the formation of a black hole. This talk aims to give a short introduction to this topic. I will explain the significance of this conjecture, provide numerical and heuristic arguments supporting it, and discuss some of the current research directions. ]]> [FMFI] Prednášky a semináre [FMFI] Kalendár Peter.Matak@fmph.uniba.sk Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:50:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/seminar-z-teorie-grafov-lukas-gaborik-942026/ Thursday 9.4.2026 at 9:50, Lecture room M 213 Lukáš Gáborik:
Constructing flows from flow-pairs Abstract:
A nowhere-zero k-flow is a mapping of values ±1, ±2, . . . , ±(k − 1) to darts of a graph satisfying Kirchhoff’s law – the inflow is the same as the outflow – for every vertex of the graph. It is conjectured [Tutte, 1954] that each bridgeless graph has a nowhere-zero 5-flow. Almost three decades later, Seymour [Seymour, 1981] made a general construction of nowhere-zero 6-flow from a 2-flow and a 3-flow. Although these two flows permit zeroes, no edge can have both of them equal to zero simultaneously. In a recent preprint [Gáborik et al., 2025], along with the introduction of two-dimensional Chebyshev nowhere-zero flows, the authors showed a similar construction of the nowhere-zero 5-flow from a 2-flow and a 4-flow. In addition to forbidding simultaneous zero values, the flow values (0, 1) and (0, −1) are also excluded. This structure is called a 1/2-flow-pair. In this talk, we explore the properties of 1/2-flow-pairs. We prove their existence on snarks with oddness 2, and we also show that one can construct a rich nowhere-zero 7-flow from them. We also use a generalised version of the 1/2-flow-pair to investigate the Chebyshev flow number and to show that the 2-dimensional Chebyshev flow number of snarks can be arbitrarily small. More information]]> [FMFI] Prednášky a semináre [FMFI] Kalendár Martin.Skoviera@fmph.uniba.sk Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/seminar-z-algebraickej-teorie-grafov-serhii-bardyla-1042026/ Friday 10.4.2026 at 13:15, Lecture room M IX (online too) Serhii Bardyla (University of Vienna):
Actions of finite groups on orientable surfacesUltrafilters in Combinatorics, Topological Algebra and Set Theory MS Teams Abstract:
In this talk, we discuss ultrafilters and their role in combinatorics, topological algebra and set theory. In particular, we present some classical combinatorial results that can be proven using idempotent ultrafilters. We introduce Schur ultrafilters and describe their relationship to P-points and Ramsey ultrafilters. Using Schur ultrafilters we give a new representation of Bohr compactifications of topological groups, and characterize automatic continuity of group operations in certain compact right topological groups. Finally, we present a topological counterpart of Hindman's theorem which addresses colorings of topological groups. The talk is intended to be self-contained and accessible to a broad mathematical audience. ]]> [FMFI] Prednášky a semináre [FMFI] Kalendár Martin.Macaj@fmph.uniba.sk Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:23:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/jozef-andrasko-vystupil-v-ta3-k-teme-automatizovanych-vozidiel-na-slovensku/ April 3 2026, TA3 Regulation of Automated Transport (ROAT), which operates at the Faculty of Law of Comenius University in Bratislava, was also introduced. The topic of the future of mobility, technological innovations, and their legal implications was thus once again brought to the forefront of public discussion. Link to the presentation: HERE.]]> [PraF] Regulácia automatizovanej dopravy [PraF] Právne a technické aspekty situačného povedomia o kyber (APVV-23-0137) [PraF] UPITPDV Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:07:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/posdoktoranske-pobyty-na-uk-vyzva/ The Rector of Comenius University in Bratislava announces a call for applications for postdoctoral... zuzana.jelokova@uniba.sk Applicants have to also copy the faculty contacts responsible for proposal submissions, the Vice-Dean for Doctoral Studies and Postdoctoral Fellowships, prof. RNDr. Róbert Jajcay, DrSc., and the administrative officer Ing. Katarína Matejčíková. At the same time it is necessary to prepare three hard copies of the proposals and submit them to the Department of doctoral studies and postdoctoral fellowships, specifically  to Katarína Matejčíková, who will forward them on your behalf to the relevant department at the Rectorate. For more detailed information, please visit the university website.  ]]> [FMFI] Postdoktorandské pozície Katarina.Matejcikova@fmph.uniba.sk Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:45:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/drony-v-roku-2040-dobry-sluha-alebo-zly-pan/ They are small, relatively inexpensive, and capable of reshaping both warfare and the functioning... You are a political scientist, yet you work on topics people tend to associate with engineers. How does a political scientist get involved with drones? Drones are transforming both warfare and society, and political science has a great deal to say about that. We try to understand state strategies, and drones enter that space as a kind of “symmetry breaker”. Suddenly, there are new actors on the battlefield: a drone operator with equipment worth a few thousand dollars may be a member of the armed forces, but also a private individual or a paramilitary unit. This disrupts the traditional domain of the state, which until now held a monopoly on tanks and army divisions. There is also a civilian dimension: how do drones affect the power of the state over its own citizens? They can become tools of repression, increased surveillance, or interference with privacy and fundamental rights and freedoms. That is political science par excellence. Your study uses the “foresight” method. What does that mean in practice? We refer to it as 'strategic foresight'. It is not about predicting a single future, but about modelling possible development scenarios. We use what is known as a cone of possible futures. This approach opens up different possibilities and shows that scenarios may overlap or unfold simultaneously. For our study on drones, we chose the year 2040 as the horizon. It is a medium-term outlook: five years is too short to capture the drivers of change, while 2060 is already too distant - we wanted to remain grounded in reality rather than science fiction. Why did you focus specifically on Central Europe and the Visegrad Four? The project we are discussing was carried out with support from the International Visegrad Fund, while a second study, focused purely on military applications of drones, was prepared directly for the NATO Chief Scientist Office. In Slovakia, the topic of drones still lags somewhat behind Poland or the Czech Republic, which even have dedicated institutes at the state level. We wanted to develop a strategic perspective that has been missing. We collected data over several months: from open-source analysis to structured interviews with experts and intensive workshops in Bratislava, Prague, Warsaw and Budapest. We also drew on relevant data inputs from Ukraine. You outline four scenarios for 2040. What are the main ones? The scenarios range from optimistic to cautionary. On one end, there is the Bonanza scenario, where drones increase productivity and efficiency in agriculture and industry. They become part of smart cities and help manage crisis situations. At the other extreme, there is a scenario of dangerous dependence on the state or misuse of the technology. The state, as the dominant actor, could use drones to significantly increase control over the population. One problem is that legislation in most EU countries does not currently allow hostile drones to be neutralised quickly and effectively, which puts us at a disadvantage vis-à-vis adversaries. Is the answer better cooperation, stricter legislation, or something else? A key factor, if we want to unlock the potential of the so-called low-altitude economy enabled by drones, is above all the development of infrastructure and appropriate regulatory frameworks. It is one thing to develop the technology, but without adequate support systems it will never be fully usable in practice. We recently discussed this at the Drone World Expo in Warsaw, one of the largest exhibitions of unmanned systems in Central Europe. It was important for us that a Slovak perspective was heard and that we could present our findings in Poland, which is a major player in the drone industry. At the same time, we should not underestimate our domestic potential. It may seem that little is happening here, but in reality Slovakia hosts a number of companies producing high-end solutions and components for drones, whether software or hardware. We also have an association, and a major drone conference is held annually in Piešťany. The problem is that, compared with the Czech Republic or Poland, we still lack a coherent state strategy and solid institutional backing - and, frankly, perhaps also a sufficiently strong ambition to succeed in this area. We need to stay connected to global developments and set regulatory frameworks that protect security, rights and freedoms without stifling this dynamic industry, where Slovak developers and manufacturers have real potential. In your scenarios, you also mention the risk of misuse by the state. Where does security end and total control begin? That’s one of the most sensitive questions we deal with, both professionally and personally. In a scenario dominated by the state, drones become an extension of repressive structures. Imagine smart cities where drones equipped with highly advanced facial and object recognition technologies monitor people’s movements around the clock. The justification is always security: combating crime or terrorism. However, the line between security and surveillance is very thin. If the state gains near-total control over urban airspace and drone use, it may lead to restrictions on freedoms and rights, such as assembly, privacy, property or movement, and even to the intimidation of opponents. It is essential that democratic institutions and civil society set clear boundaries before this technology becomes ubiquitous. That sounds rather pessimistic. Is there a way forward? The solution is complex. It lies in building digital literacy, resilience, and finding a healthy balance. People should begin to recognise that there is a level of exposure to new technologies that is still acceptable, but beyond that we risk losing autonomy. Not everything in our homes needs to be connected to the internet simply because it is modern or convenient. At the state level, this means investing in cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and diversifying systems so that the failure of one component does not bring down the whole. We must learn to live with drones and artificial intelligence, but we must also retain control over them. In that sense, are drones a good servant but a bad master? Absolutely. Our aim was to put these scenarios on the table so that not only companies but also policymakers take notice. It is better to be prepared than surprised. We need to build regulatory frameworks and state resilience in a way that protects privacy, freedom and security, while not stifling this growing industrial sector, which has significant potential - for example, in improving labour productivity. Political scientists must also have a voice in this debate, because they can highlight factors and risks that engineers or vendors may overlook or prefer not to see. Eva Kopecká Viliam Ostatník works at the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Arts, Comenius University Bratislava, and serves as a director at the think tank Adapt Institute. Together with his colleagues Imrich Marton (Department of Political Science, Faculty of Arts, Comenius University Bratislava), Filip Šandor (Department of Regional Geography and Regional Development, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University Bratislava) and Matej Kandrík, he recently presented two groundbreaking studies on the future of drones in Central Europe: Drone Futures 2040: Foresight from Central Europe a The Future of Drones: Strategic interregnum. ]]> [RUK] Titulka - úzke novinky pr@uniba.sk Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:19:00 +0200 http://www.fmed.uniba.sk/en/study/result-of-entrance-examination-academic-year-20262027/ for Academic year 2026/2027 [LF] Titulka - široké novinky Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:47:00 +0200 https://www.fm.uniba.sk//en/news-detail/browse/24/back_to_page/aktuality-35/article/uk-spolupracuje-na-vzdelavani-inovatorov/ Comenius University Bratislava has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the civic association... ]]> [RUK] Titulka - široké novinky pr@uniba.sk Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:27:00 +0200