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For a healthy future

RECETOX is engaged in research and education on managing the environmental and health risks associated with the chemicals around us

We are building a Centre of Excellence in Environmental Health Sciences. Through research and innovation, the Centre addresses the most current societal needs and scientific challenges at national and global levels and provides stakeholders and policymakers with robust scientific evidence and innovative tools for diagnosis and prevention.

News

Event

14 May

Bridging Metabolomics and Toxicology: Inside the ELIXIR CZ–NL Staff Exchange

In April, researchers from ELIXIR Czech Republic and ELIXIR Netherlands came together in Maastricht for the first phase of a staff exchange designed to tackle a persistent challenge in the life sciences: how to better connect findings from toxicology and metabolomics.

Science-policy interface

4 May

Endorsement of updated National Implementation Plan under Stockholm Convention in the North Macedonia

The Stockholm Convention Regional Centre at RECETOX, with the support of the Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning of the North Macedonia and Ekomozaik, convened the Updated Stockholm Convention National Implementation Plan Endorsement Meeting.

Research

20 Apr

Modern eczema treatment restores healthy bacterial balance to the skin

A new study by experts from RECETOX and St. Anne’s University Hospital in Brno brings important insights into the treatment of atopic dermatitis. It shows that modern targeted and biological therapies not only relieve eczema symptoms, but also restore the skin’s natural bacterial balance and suppress bacteria linked to worsening of the disease.

Research

14 Apr

Pesticides in House Dust: An Overlooked Pathway of Human Exposure

Pesticides and biocides are widely used in agriculture, building materials, and urban gardening to control pests and protect crops and public health. A new RECETOX study published in Indoor Environments examines pesticides detected in house dust and their relevance for human exposure.

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RECETOX pillars

RESEARCH

Twenty research groups in five research programmes produce over 130 peer-reviewed publications annually

SERVICES

Twelve units in three core facilities provide physical and virtual access to the Research Infrastructure

EDUCATION

Bachelor's, master's and PhD study programmes in Environmental Health and Computational Biology and Biomedicine

IMPACT

We support evidence-based policymaking and provide innovative solutions and knowledge-transfer to partners

Upcoming events

27–28 May

PhD Conference 2026

This year, the annual RECETOX PhD conference will be held on 27th and 28th of May 2026.

15–19 Jun

22nd Summer School - GMP training – Monitoring and Analyses of Chemicals

The first part of the 22nd RECETOX Summer School will offer intensive training focused on the monitoring and analysis of chemical substances in the context of environmental protection and human health.

18 Jul

Mendel festival 2026

The Mendel Festival is a celebration of knowledge, human curiosity, and the joy of meeting others. Come explore, have fun, and experience the unique atmosphere of a festival that brings people together across disciplines and generations.

4–6 Sep

Festival vědy 2026

Science moves Brno! Come and see for yourself at the Science and Technology Festival 2026 at the Brno Exhibition Centre, Pavilion A (A1+A2). From Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, 2026 – anytime from 9 AM to 6 PM – immerse yourself in the exciting world of science, technology, and history.

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