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[invitation] Dear followers,![]()
We all know that Brno is THE microscopy city, but Prague is not giving up easily and will host several great events this year! On of them is the new type of meeting of the microscopy community called Innovation Days in Bioscience Imaging organized by SPECION at the Institute of Molecular Genetics of the Czech Academy of Sciences. This event will combine features of a scientific conference with many opportunities to gain experience by both networking and practical sessions. It is tailored to fit experienced researchers as well as scientists at the beginning of their careers. Sounds like you? Great! Visit the website (link in the comments) to check more info and hit the registration button!![]()
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Oh, did we mention that the registration is free? 💰 ![]()
And did we mention that there will be a charity run? 🏃♂️![]()
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#microscopy #ycsms #innovationdays2026 #czechbioimaging
[course] Heads up, young programmers! Or should we say future Python users? 🐍 We are happy to share this opportunity with you:![]()
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Online course: Python – solving mathematical, physical, and chemical problems![]()
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Date: Every Friday at 9:00, starting 27th February, 10 lectures in total![]()
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Description: The aim is to show how Python can be used for solving real-life problems in research. The course is focused on beginners (and slightly advanced users). Python is easy - everyone can learn it. Each lecture is a hands-on training, you will test everything immediately on your PC. ![]()
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More info: via link in the comments
[excursion] 📢 Excursion to CEITEC MUNI on 11th March! 📆 ![]()
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Dear young microscopists, join us on this excursion heading to CEITEC Masaryk University! We’ll be visiting three core facilities at CEITEC Masaryk University: the Cryo-EM Core Facility, the Nanobiotechnology Core Facility, and the CELLIM Cellular Imaging Core Facility. As a bonus, we will hear about the brand new MU Ph.D. program - PhD school! ![]()
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For all members curious about the top 🔬 technologies in the facilites, about the facility 👨🔬 life, or simply just curious 🧠 , mark the date in your calendars and don't forget to register! It is important for us to know the number of participants 🙏 The registration link is in your emails (if not, contact us).![]()
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See you in Brno on 11th March!![]()
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[competition] February is insane! 🤯 We bring you another opportunity to compete, this time it is for 5,000 CZK in the yCSMS first-author competition! Deadline is 10th March.![]()
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You can submit max. 2 papers per person and microscopy has to be a significant technology in it! Sounds like you publication? Check the full rules here: mikrospol.cz/ostatni-stipendia-a-souteze-2/![]()
And submit your paper here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfNAdLgtm5k1A-CwXuNR85Ann1OQ5FLggcozyLsUIlokbpTQ/viewform
[invitation] Winter walk by Brnoregion Microscopy this Thursday!![]()
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📆 When: Thursday, 12 February 2026![]()
⏰ Start: departure at 14:45 (please arrive a little earlier)![]()
📍 Meeting point: Recepce CEITEC VUT (Purkyňova 656/123, 61200 Brno - Medlánky)![]()
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This unofficial networking activity, organized by Brnoregion Microscopy, is a perfect opportunity to meet people from the community in a friendly atmosphere. This time, the walk can be connected with a visit to the Technical Museum and the Velvet Innovation Meet-Up. More info in your emails (or via dm). ![]()
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Registration ends today, link in the comments!![]()
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The picture below is only illustrative 😃 Or not? 🤔 Join the walk and find out!
[scolarship] Dear yCSMS members,![]()
The CSMS opened a call for IMC21 scholarship applications. And the offer is really good! Check the information here: mikrospol.cz/aktuality/stipendia-na-konferenci-imc21/![]()
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Aaaaaaand 🥁 yCSMS is offering extra financial support to the applicant who would represent us at the event. Are you planning to attend the congress? Don't mind talking to other young microscopists and attending a social event? This job is for you! Contact us for more details 😉
[course] Deadline warning! ⚠️![]()
Practical EMBO course Quantitative Electron Microscopy for Cell Biology, taking place in České Budějovice in June, will soon close its registration gates (this Sunday, to be more specific). Take your fate into your own hands and apply now!![]()
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This legendary 10-day course is primarily aimed at Ph.D. students and early career researchers, and it can really boost your career not only by leveling up your EM sample prep skills but also in getting into the international community and gaining friends in the field. Check the program and registration rules in the link below:![]()
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Quantitative Electron Microscopy for Cell Biology
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Electron microscopy is a fundamental tool in cell biology, providing visualization of cellular structures at the highest possible resolution. The goal of this EMBO Practical Course is to guide partic....