Since the first electron microscope arrived in Brno in 1948, the region has evolved into a global hotspot for microscopy research and innovation.
Here, you’ll find a rare concentration of world-leading institutions and companies working hand in hand — enabling students, scientists, and professionals to take part in cutting-edge projects while remaining deeply rooted in a supportive community.
Brno offers an exceptional quality of life in a compact, safe, and vibrant city. Enjoy efficient public transport, easy access to nature, and a rich cultural scene, all while being within a short distance of Prague, Vienna, and Bratislava — making it an ideal place for both local living and international connectivity.
Here, you’ll gain access to world-class instrumentation, advanced laboratories, and collaborative research programs. Whether you’re a student, a researcher, or a specialist from industry, you can contribute to frontier-level science, develop new technologies, and work hands-on with state-of-the-art microscopy techniques.
The microscopy community in Brnoregion is vibrant, diverse, and welcoming. Joining means collaborating, networking, and exchanging ideas — becoming part of an ecosystem that supports your professional growth and strengthens your role in shaping the global future of electron microscopy.
With its long tradition in microscopy and a strong network of universities, research centres, and companies, Brno offers countless opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow.
This section will soon feature the first video profiles of young people building unique careers in the Brnoregion Microscopy ecosystem. Got an inspiring candidate? Email kralovap@vutbr.cz.
Whether you’re a secondary school student curious about science or a university undergraduate eager to gain hands-on research experience, #brnoregion offers a wide spectrum of opportunities to explore the world of microscopy.
From short-term internships and research projects to student programs and mentoring, opportunities vary in length, format, and focus — ensuring that everyone can find the right entry point into the vibrant Brnoregion Microscopy ecosystem.
Gain hands-on experience through programs combining lectures, lab work, and networking with both students and leading experts.
Spend several weeks or months working alongside scientists and engineers in top research institutions or companies, and experience the real-world impact of microscopy.
Join year-round research projects (including secondary school research – SOČ) or find a mentor to guide your first scientific steps within the microscopy community.
Field trips, lab tours, and open days: Get a first-hand look at the world of electron microscopy through interactive introductions and guided lab visits that reveal how science and technology meet in Brnoregion.
Connect with employers, researchers, and peers active in the microscopy field — and start building your professional network in the Brnoregion Microscopy ecosystem.
For graduates, researchers, and industry professionals, Brnoregion provides a dynamic environment to develop expertise, expand networks, and shape the future of electron microscopy.
Whether you’re taking your first professional step or advancing your career, you’ll find diverse opportunities — from research positions and industrial collaborations to innovation projects and spin-off ventures — all within a world-class microscopy ecosystem that connects science, technology, and business.
Join university labs or research institutes as a doctoral or postdoctoral researcher, tackling frontier challenges in physics, biology, nanoscience, and related disciplines.
Combine cutting-edge research with teaching and mentoring, contributing to the next generation of scientists in one of Europe’s strongest microscopy hubs.
Apply your microscopy expertise in leading global manufacturers or innovative start-ups, contributing to the development of new instruments, technologies, and applications.
Go beyond traditional microscopy — explore roles in imaging software, instrumentation design, data science, consulting, or commercialization within the broader Brnoregion Mroscopy ecosystem.
