RECETOX

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

Science-policy interface

9 Mar

Moving Forward on POPs: Bosnia and Herzegovina Updates National Implementation Plan under Stockholm Convention

On 25 February 2026, the Stockholm Convention Regional Centre (SCRC) at RECETOX convened the Updated Stockholm Convention (SC) National Implementation Plan (NIP) Endorsement Meeting in Sarajevo.

Press releaseResearch

9 Mar

The scientific team has developed the world’s first probiotic dental nanofloss

A team of Czech scientists and physicians has introduced the world’s first dental nanofloss enriched with a probiotic culture. It positively influences the oral microbiome and can help reduce gum inflammation in the long term.

9 Mar

SPRINT Project Delivers Landmark Insights into Pesticides and Their Impacts

The European project SPRINT is now concluding its activities, bringing exceptionally extensive insights into the occurrence of pesticides, their pathways, and their impacts on the health of humans, animals, and ecosystems.

EventScience-policy interface

5 Mar

Brno Living Lab to Establish Its Regional Council

The Brno Living Lab, coordinated by the RECETOX Centre, is emerging as an open platform connecting researchers, the industrial ecosystem, regional government, schools, hospitals, patient organizations, civic associations, and citizens themselves.

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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

17 Mar

RECETOX Seminar Series

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

L. Melymuk, V. van der Schyff, P. Svobodová (RCX) - Flame retardants in transportation

27–28 May

PhD Conference 2026

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

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.

Events calendar