Charles University and the Czech Academy of Sciences are expanding their partnership. According to an addendum to the cooperation agreement signed by the rector of Charles University, Milena Králíčková, and the president of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Eva Zažímalová, the two institutions will jointly implement the amendment to the Act on Higher Education in support for doctoral students.
The amendment to the Higher Education Act regulates the income conditions for full-time doctoral students, with the aim of improving financial security for students.
"The involvement of young scientists is crucial for the future of science in the Czech Republic. In addition to focusing on the quality of education and research, it is also extremely important to create an open and motivating academic environment," said Milena Králíčková, Rector of Charles University.
"Our goal is to jointly find a way to provide PhD students with access to cutting-edge research and professional guidance, as well as the security necessary for long-term scientific work," added Eva Zažímalová, President of the Czech Academy of Sciences.
The addendum extends the agreement on cooperation in doctoral programmes signed by Charles University and the Czech Academy of Sciences in 2018. The two institutions will also further develop joint projects in the field of doctoral studies.
This article was first published by Charles University.
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