Tell us something about yourself:
I studied Chemistry and Chemical Technology at UCT Prague with a focus on Inorganic Chemistry. I now continue as a postgraduate with a double doctorate at UCT and IPE (Institute of Photonics and Electronics Czech Academy of Science). During my studies, I have been awarded by the Preciosa and Crytur companies (my master’s thesis and scientific activities). My thesis was also presented at „Diplomky na stojáka“ project.
What do you like most about working as a scientist?
I enjoy teaching and I'm glad I had the opportunity to try it out as part of my doctorate. I also enjoy the diversity of this work – I can learn many methods, work with numerous devices, interpret measured data, etc. It is rewarding to devise practical solutions regarding different measurements and experiments. For me, working in a lab is more interesting than working on a computer.
What do you consider to be your greatest achievement(s) to date?
My students say that my lessons were not a waste of their time :)
Why do you prefer science to the commercial sphere?
I have had the opportunity to work at the Academy of Science. I wanted to try scientific work and teaching.
What would you say to those who are thinking about doing a PhD at UCT Prague?
If you want to try it, do it. It is easier to do it immediately after the master’s study; you know other students, professors, the university... There are also good possibilities for studying and living abroad. Furthermore, it is always better to try something now than regret that you did not do it later.