MendelNet 2026 – 33. ročník konference studentů

MendelNet je mezioborová studentská konference, která nabízí jedinečný prostor pro setkání studentů a jejich mentorů z oblastí souvisejících zejména se zemědělskou činností. Hlavním cílem konference je aktivní prezentace konkrétních výzkumných témat, sdílení poznatků a výměna zkušeností mezi účastníky napříč obory.

Prezentace jsou určeny především studentům doktorského studia (Ph.D.), prostor je však otevřen i studentům magisterských (Mgr.) a bakalářských (Bc.) programů. Konference tak podporuje mladé výzkumníky v jejich profesním růstu a podporuje mezioborový dialog.

Letošní, již 33. ročník konference, je také příležitostí k reflexi dosažených úspěchů studentů a k nastínění budoucích výzkumných vizí.

Konference má soutěžní charakter – jednotlivé příspěvky hodnotí odborné poroty podle jejich odborné úrovně a přínosu pro danou oblast. Nejlepší prezentace budou oceněny.

Termín: 4. 11. 2026
Místo konání: Mendelova univerzita v Brně, Zemědělská 1, 613 00 Brno
Registrace/přihlašování: 8. 7. – 30. 9. 2026
Jednací jazyk: Angličtina

Registrace na MendelNet 2026

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  • Registrace otevřena: od 8. července do 30. září 2026.
  • Datum konání konference: 4. listopadu 2026.
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Poznámka: Každý účastník se může přihlásit maximálně s jedním příspěvkem. V případě dalších dotazů nás kontaktujte na mendelnet@mendelu.cz.

Podmínky aktivní účasti

Aktivní účast na konferenci bude účastníkům potvrzena prostřednictvím certifikátu. Aby vám mohl být certifikát vydán, je nutné splnit následující podmínky:

  1. Registrace: Řádné vyplnění online registračního formuláře.
  2. Anotace: Odevzdání anotace příspěvku (v případě zájmu účastníka bude zveřejněna ve sborníku).
  3. Prezentace: Aktivní vystoupení v anglickém jazyce v rozsahu 15 minut (10 minut prezentace + 5 minut diskuse).

Důležité informace o účasti

Účast na konferenci je bezplatná. Zajištění ubytování pro případné zájemce je plně v jejich režii.

Otevřené sekce

This multidisciplinary section addresses the critical ecological, environmental, and socio-economic challenges facing modern cultural and rural landscapes. It provides a platform for research aimed at balancing agricultural productivity with ecological stability, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable rural development in the face of global environmental change.

We invite submissions and reports in these key thematic areas:

  • Landscape Ecology & Environmental Restoration:
    • Dynamic changes in rural landscape structures and land-use patterns, alongside their direct consequences for biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.
    • Landscape planning, land remediation, and the revitalization of degraded terrestrial and freshwater systems.
    • Soil conservation strategies, focusing on water and wind erosion dynamics and the application of predictive erosion models.
  • Climatology, Hydrology & Crop Modeling:
    • The impacts of climate change on agroecosystems, including the intensifying pressures of drought, aridity, and desertification.
    • Soil-water balance dynamics, groundwater and surface water quality, and the strategic perspectives and modern problems surrounding irrigation systems.
    • The use of predictive crop modeling to simulate plant responses to shifting environmental stressors and water availability.
  • Rural Development & Circular Economy:
    • All aspects of sustainable waste management, organic recycling, and circular bioeconomy approaches in agriculture.
    • Multifunctional utilization of the countryside, supporting the economic and social vitality of small towns and peripheral regions.
    • Investigating the pressures and socio-ecological problems connected with the process of suburbanization at the rural-urban interface.

This section centers on the molecular and cellular foundations of animal systems, exploring the fundamental mechanisms that govern animal life, health, and diversity. We highly encourage submissions that leverage innovative, state-of-the-art techniques to answer complex biological questions. The scope of accepted experimental methodologies includes but is not limited to advanced omics & molecular biology, high-resolution imaging, and cellular & tissue mapping.

Contributions are welcome across a wide range of biological disciplines, including:

  • Cellular & Developmental Biology: Animal cytology, cell biology, immunology, and developmental biology.
  • Physiology & Genetics: Organismal and cellular physiology, classical and molecular genetics.
  • Biodiversity & Evolution: Animal biotechnology, biodiversity studies, and molecular taxonomy.

This section bridges terrestrial and aquatic animal sciences, offering a comprehensive platform for research into the breeding, nutrition, reproduction, and health of managed and wild species. It highlights sustainable production systems, natural resource management, and the ecological frameworks that support animal life.

We invite submissions and reports detailing empirical research, technological innovations, and environmental assessments across the following areas:

  • Husbandry, Nutrition & Breeding: Advanced genetics, reproductive technologies, optimized nutrition, and intensive/extensive production modeling for both land animals and fish.
  • Terrestrial Animal Production: Farm animals, companion animals (pets), and wildlife in captivity, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare.
  • Animal Health & Ecotoxicology: Diagnostics and management of animal and fish diseases, and the impact of environmental pollutants (ecotoxicology) on livestock and aquatic life.
  • Aquatic Systems & Fisheries: The entire spectrum of freshwater fisheries, from sustainable aquaculture and intensive fish farming to wild fish management.
  • Hydrobiology & Aquatic Ecosystems: Basic and applied ichthyology, the study of aquatic communities, water quality monitoring, and the mitigation of environmental pollution.
  • Sustainability & Climate Adaptation: Natural resource management, soil/water interactions, and the broader effects of global climate change on aquatic ecosystems and terrestrial production systems.

This multidisciplinary section highlights the vital roles that chemistry and biochemistry play in solving modern industrial, biological, and medical challenges. It encompasses everything from fundamental chemical synthesis to advanced molecular diagnostics, welcoming research that sits at the cutting edge of the chemical and life sciences.

The session welcomes contributions across a diverse range of fields:

  • Analytical & Diagnostic Systems: Analytical and bioanalytical chemistry, alongside modern chemical sensing and (bio)sensing technologies.
  • Synthesis & Applied Molecular Biology: Advanced inorganic and organic chemical synthesis, alongside targeted applications in applied molecular biology.
  • Advanced Materials & Medicine: The development, application, and characterization of nanotechnologies and nanomedicine.
  • Toxicology & Biosafety: Comprehensive biocompatibility evaluation and advanced toxicity testing methodologies.
  • High-Throughput Science: Genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics (omics technologies), as well as closely related molecular fields.

This multidisciplinary section highlights the vital role of engineering, technological innovation, and material sciences in driving sustainable industrial progress. It bridges foundational engineering principles with cutting-edge applications in environmental sustainability, computing, and food systems, exploring how technology can optimize resource efficiency and product quality.

We invite submissions detailing theoretical research, modeling, and practical innovations across core engineering fields:

  • Systems & Automation: Automotive Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Computer Science applications.
  • Materials & Structures: Materials Science and Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, and the Mechanics of Materials.
  • Energy & Environment: Energy Engineering, Power Technology, and the integration of Renewable Energy systems.
  • Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering: Engineering solutions specifically tailored for Agriculture, Environment, and Food logistics.
  • Space Agriculture: Soilless cultivation, cultivation in microgravity, radiation resistance technologies, closed cultivation systems, and food and oxygen production.

A dedicated segment of this section focuses on the technological advancements driving the production of high-quality, safe, and sustainable food systems. The scope covers the entire processing pipeline:

  • Raw Material Optimization: The preparation, sourcing, and optimization of technologically suitable raw materials of both plant and animal origin.
  • Process Engineering: The development and refinement of innovative technological processing methods to enhance efficiency and preserve nutritional value.
  • Comprehensive Quality Assessment: Advanced evaluation of final products, focusing on precise sensory profiling, microbiological safety, and strict hygienic parameters.

This section encompasses a broad spectrum of plant sciences, welcoming contributions that advance our understanding of developmental biology, physiology, stress responses, systems biology, taxonomy, and plant biodiversity. The session aims to bridge the gap between traditional botanical observations and cutting-edge approaches, exploring how plants function, adapt, and evolve.

We encourage submissions utilizing diverse and innovative methodologies. The scope of accepted experimental approaches includes, but is not limited to:

  • Phenotypic & Structural Analysis: From foundational phenotypic characterization to advanced image analysis, high-resolution confocal microscopy, and electron microscopy for deep molecular and cellular studies.
  • Omics & Molecular Biology: Modern breeding and biotechnology approaches, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics.
  • Genetic Engineering: Advanced techniques in gene cloning, functional genomics, and precise genome editing (e.g., CRISPR-based systems).

This section addresses the core challenges, practices, and innovations in modern crop management. It covers the entire lifecycle of plant production – from breeding and cultivation to soil fertility, fertilization strategies, and comprehensive plant protection. The session welcomes research across all crop management practices and plant categories, including arable field crops (cereals, oilseeds, legumes, forages and industrial crops), specialty crops (vegetables; fruits; ornamental plants; medicinal, aromatic, and spice herbs), and permanent crops (vineyards, orchards, and grasslands).

We invite submissions detailing empirical research, long-term trials, and technological advancements in the following fields:

  • Advanced Cultivation Technologies: Sustainable land management, long-term agricultural experiments, impacts of soil tillage, crop rotation and use of cover crops, life cycle assessment (LCA) for crop production, and the implementation of precision farming and smart agriculture.
  • Soil Science & Nutrition: Pedology, soil health, dynamic tracking of soil organic matter, carbon sequestration, advanced methods for assessment of plant nutritional status, and integrated nutrient management.
  • Plant Protection & Biosecurity: Integrated pest management (IPM) featuring recent studies in phytopathology, agricultural entomology, and weed science (herbology).
  • Crop Quality & Yield: Factors influencing crop yield, the nutritional and commercial quality of sustainable plant production, and crop growth modeling and monitoring.

This section is dedicated to exploring the complex dynamics and challenges facing wildlife populations at the intersection of managed human landscapes and natural ecosystems. It addresses the critical role of wildlife management in the contexts of agriculture, forestry, and biological conservation, focusing on how species interact with, adapt to, or are impacted by land-use practices.

The session welcomes comprehensive studies on biology, ethology (animal behavior), and biodiversity of all animal species.

We strongly encourage submissions that look beyond isolated populations to address broader ecosystem health and conservation strategies. We highly welcome:

  • Advanced Methodologies: Contributions utilizing cutting-edge research tools, including spatial tracking, molecular genetics, and advanced digital or statistical modeling.
  • Multidisciplinary Approaches: Studies bridging the gaps between wildlife ecology, environmental policy, and applied conservation biology.
  • Multi-Taxa Research: Projects examining community-level interactions, biodiversity indices, and systemic responses across multiple taxonomic groups rather than single species.

Minulé ročníky

  1. Brenčič Martina – The Use of SEM/EDX for the Characterization of Suspended Particulate Matter, Mendel University in Brno
  2. Tomeková Jana – Teaming up with algae: how algal based consortia helps with removal of pharmaceuticals from wastewater, Mendel University in Brno
  3. Bruckner Lucie – Grass-clipping mulch buffers soil microclimate and suppresses weeds: results from a small-plot field trial with fodder beet, Mendel University in Brno
  1. Pénzes Noémi – The Effect of Cemtirestat on Viability and Gene Expression in Rat Primary Osteoblasts, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra
  2. Jandová Nela – Microalgal Extracts as Potential Supplements in Animal Cell Culture, Mendel University in Brno
  3. Vevera Petr – Stimulation of chicken osteoblast precursor cells with biologically active phytonutrients, Mendel University in Brno
  1. Malý Petr – The effect of sorghum silage in dairy diets on dietary and milk fatty acid profile and milk lipid quality indicators – preliminary results, Masaryk University
  2. Mrázová Terezie – Effect of inoculant addition on the development of populations of selected microorganisms, nutritional composition and quality of sorghum silage, Mendel University in Brno
  3. Musilová Ivana – Evaluation of Selected Families of Holstein Dairy Cows, Mendel University in Brno
  1. Malásková Magdalena – Smart Lipid Nanocarriers for Brain Delivery of Acetylcholinesterase Reactivators, Mendel University in Brno
  2. Veselský Jan – Addressing 16S Amplicon Bias through Mathematical Integration of Multi-Amplicon Sequencing, Mendel University in Brno
  3. Brůhová Lenka – Optimization of diffusive gradient in thin films technique for determination of mercury in waters, Mendel University in Brno
  1. Panda Klára – Nowhere to Hide: Comparing LTR Retrotransposon Dynamics in Holocentric Cyperids and Monocentric Grasses, Masaryk University
  2. Matera Alicja – The view on genetic basis of male fertility restoration in winter triticale with Pampa and Aegilops sharonensis sterilizing cytoplasm, University of Agriculture in Kraków
  3. Cai Xiang – PAW used for seed priming treatment in sage for stimulation of seed germination and early seedling growth, Comenius University Bratislava
  1. Hammad Sherwan Yassin – Site-Specific Weed Management in Sunflower field Using UAV Multispectral Imagery and Machine Learning, Hungarian University for Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) & Slezák Vojtěch – A Case Study on Economic Benefits of Precision Weed Management in Winter Wheat, Mendel University in Brno
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  3. Matcharashvili Nino – Natural occurrence entomopathogenic fungi: Beauveria bassiana and Metharizium anizopliae from the population of Colorado Potato Beetle, Leptinotarsa decemlineata (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) in Georgia, Mendel university in Brno
  1. Rátkai Márton – Mathematical Models for a Solar Pot, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences
  2. Štursa Václav – Influence of Three-Point Hitch Design and Implement Coupling Method on Mass Distribution and Acting Forces, Mendel University in Brno
  3. Hendrychová Veronika Božena – Yellow mealworm larvae (Tenebrio molitor) qualitative parameters and their modification due to processing and storage conditions, Mendel University in Brno
  1. Wiśniowska Izabela – Relationship between age and foraging ecology on mercury concentrations in the Caspian gull from southern Poland, The University of National Education Commission, Krakow (Poland)
  2. Stočes Dominik – Stress and wings: dispersal morphotypes modulate environmental stress in carabid beetles, Mendel University in Brno
  3. Adam Ivo – Use of 3D Models for Predation Experiments in Nature, Mendel University in Brno

Fotografie z 32. ročníku mezinárodní konference MendelNet naleznete na tomto odkazu.

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  1. David Caha, Five years of research on Moth (Lepidoptera) communities along an altidudinal gradient in Králický Sněžník Mts. (Czech republic), Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  2. Radoslav Krchnavý, Fungal accumulation of lead near firing ranges, Technická univerzita ve Zvolenu
  3. Kateřina Kuchaříková, Evaluation for Spot spraying of Herbicides in Precision Agriculture, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  1. Lukáš Harabiš, Utilization of liquid fertilizer produced by aerobic digestion of solid waste from fish farming in indoor cultivation of basil (Ocimum basilicum L.), Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  2. Vojtěch Slezák, Optimizing Herbicide Application Using UAV-Base Weed Detection: A Comparison of Classification Techniques, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  3. Tomáš Kaplánek, Utilizing UAVs and Satellite Imagery for Mapping of Crop Damage by Common Vole (Microtus arvalis), Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  1. Petr Malý, The application of gas chromatography for the evaluation of technological and health indicators of bovine milk fat after dietary changes, Masarykova univerzita
  2. Veronika Božena Hendrychová, Qualitative parameters of the mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) for applications in the food industry, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  3. Sawadi Francisco Ndunguru, In ovo amino acids: Insights from domesticated and laboratory model species, University of Debrecen
  1. Sitárová Ema, Effect of the addition of thistle pomace to the complete diet of rabbits on their zootechnical and health parameters under stress conditions, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  2. Skoupá Kristýna, Degenerative changes in myofibrils after anabolic steroids application, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  3. Reda Gebrehaweria Kidane, Effect of amino acid supplementation on top of restricted feeding in Japanese quails, University of Debrecen
  1. Hanzalík Matej, Electromechanical FEM simulation of strain gauge, Slovenská technická univerzita v Bratislavě
  2. Hirschová Linda, Enhancing Sewage Sludge Dewaterability Through Electric Field Application, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  3. Kotásková Michaela, Zinc content in surface water generated by wastewater treatment plant in the Moravian Karst environment, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  1. Eliška Birgusová, Molecular imprinting particles as solution for estradiol water contamination, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  2. Jana Kurcová, Novel approach for synthesis of fluorescent probes based on dihydroxanthene fluorophores for selective detection of albumin, Mendelova univerzita v Brně
  3. Jan Příborský, Study of the toxicity of plastic particles in aquatic environment using proteomic mass spectrometry methods, Mendelova univerzita v Brně

Fotografie z 31. ročníku mezinárodní konference MendelNet naleznete na tomto odkazu.

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Sborník naleznete pod tímto odkazem.

  1. Nagy Viktor, New method of arbuscular mycorrhizal spore extraction from soil (Masarykova univerzita)
  2. Pismarović Laura, The effect of phenolic acids on reduction of herbicide use in control of invasive weed Ambrosia artemisiifolia L. (University of Zagreb)
  3. Skendžić Sandra, Detecting Climate Change-Induced Stress in Winter Wheat with Proximal Sensing and IoT Sensors (University of Zagreb)
  1. Zurak Dora, Kernel physicochemical properties affect the carotenoid profile and yolk colour parameters in laying hens fed diets differing in maize hybrid (University of Zagreb)
  2. Zuzanová Anna, Effects of milk allowance and physical structure of starter on feed intake and growth performance of Holstein calves (Ústav výživy zvířat a pícninářství AF MENDELU)
  3. Ndunguru Sawadi Fransisco, Amino acids regulate reproduction allocation in Japanese quail (University of Debrecen)
  1. Stočes Dominik, Unraveling the interplay of environmental variables, fluctuating asymmetry, and meristic traits: assessing disturbance levels across varying forest habitats (Ústav zoologie, rybářství, hydrobiologie a včelařství AF MENDELU)
  2. Kovaříková Ester, Design of vital additives to support food waste composting (Ústav chemie a biochemie AF MENDELU)
  3. Harabiš Lukáš, Optimization of aerobic digestion conditions of solid waste from recirculating aquaculture systems for production of liquid fertilizers (Ústav zoologie, rybářství, hydrobiologie a včelařství AF MENDELU)
  1. Plačková Klára, Can Laminaria and Phytophthora extracts protect the plants? (AF MENDELU, Masarykova Univerzita)
  2. Molnárová Katarína, Perchlorate-Tolerant Microalgae: Exploring Adaptation and ResourceEfficient Cultivation for Sustainable Martian Applications (Ústav chemie a biochemie AF MENDELU)
  3. Berková Veronika, Molecular interplay between rapeseed seedlings and an endosymbiotic microbe in the early response to salinity stress (Ústav molekulární biologie a radiobiologie AF MENDELU)
  1. Skoupá Kristýna, The mechanism of muscle growth after the use of anabolic steroid hormones (Ústav morfologie, fyziologie a genetiky zvířat AF MENDELU)
  2. Mihaľ Michal, Comparisom of effect of sea buckthorne and its flavonoid isorhamnetin on human ovarian granulosa and cancer cells in vitro (University of Agriculture in Nitra)
  3. Shihabi Mario, The Influence of Chromosomal Position and Sex on Inbreeding Variation in Domestic Animals (University of Zagreb)
  1. Brandić Ivan, Development of new nonlinear mathematical models for modelling the higher heating value of biomass (University of Zagreb)
  2. Gajdaczek Tomáš, Development of an unmanned aerial vehicle for precision agriculture (Ústav techniky a automobilové dopravy AF MENDELU)
  3. Kovál Adam, Effect of addition of insect raw material on selected properties of meat products (Ústav technologie potravin AF MENDELU)
  1. Bahelková Michaela, Cadmium accumulation in organ tissues after inhalation of cadmiumbased nanoparticles (Masarykova univerzita)
  2. Birgusová Eliška, Effect of modification materials on the stability of antibodies for an estradiol detection sensor (Ústav chemie a biochemie AF MENDELU)
  3. Gruberová Eliška, Passive Diffusion vs. Active pH-Dependent Encapsulation of Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitor K2359 into Ferritin (Ústav chemie a biochemie AF MENDELU)
  • Zvláštní ocenění: Malý Petr, Identification of counterfeit pharmaceuticals by UV-IFS method (Masarykova univerzita)

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