Through its institutes, the Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAS) offers industrial partners the opportunity to engage in research collaboration across a wide range of scientific fields. Collaboration may take place primarily in the form of contract research or joint research, with SAS institutes providing access to specialized scientific expertise, modern laboratory equipment, and experienced research teams. All research collaboration is tailored to the specific needs and objectives of the partner organization, resulting in solutions with strong application potential.
Contact the SAS Technology Transfer Office (TTO SAS) when you need to determine how the SAS can support you in addressing research and development challenges within your business.
The SAS Technology Transfer Office (TTO SAS):
- will identify the team of experts within SAS organizations who can assist in solving your challenge,
- will verify the capacities and availability of the expert team,
- will facilitate collaboration between you and the relevant SAS organization,
- will prepare cooperation agreements if needed, or manage the review and signing process for agreements you provide,
- will remain available, as necessary, to address any questions that may arise over the course of the research collaboration.
Below is an overview of the scientific fields in which the Slovak Academy of Sciences can offer its expertise as part of long-term research collaboration:
2D chalcogenide transistors
Research and development of transistors based on 2D metal chalcogenides using thermally assisted conversion methods. Collaboration can involve synthesis of chalcogenide layers, their characterization and design of transistor structures for novel electronic applications.
2D materials and nanostructures
Research and development of 2D materials and heterostructures for applications in sensors, optoelectronics and flexible electronics. Collaboration can include synthesis, characterization and integration of 2D materials into functional devices.
Animal reproduction – increasing fertility and embryo survival
Research into reproductive and developmental mechanisms to improve fertility, early embryo viability and offspring health. Collaboration may include gene expression analysis, assessment of morphological parameters, in vitro toxicity testing and the design of procedures leading to higher reproductive success in livestock herds.
Antimicrobial properties of honeybee royal jelly
Research of antimicrobial compounds present in honeybee larval food royal jelly (RJ) and their role in larvae protection against American foulbrood with potential application at increasing resistance of bee colonies against the disease. Collaboration may involve the testing of antimicrobial efficacies of various compounds in vitro as well as in vivo testing of antibacterial protection effect of RJs obtained from bee colonies in exposure bioassays performed with laboratory reared honeybee larvae.
Biocompatible and biomedical materials
Research and development of biomaterials and surface-modified materials for use in implants, regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Collaboration can include biocompatibility testing, surface functionalisation and development of application-ready prototypes.
Carbohydrate and polysaccharide chemistry
Research and development of extraction, modification and characterization of polysaccharides and oligosaccharides from plants and microorganisms for nutritional, therapeutic and industrial applications. Collaboration may include isolation of natural compounds, their chemical modification and testing of biological properties.
Cellular mechanisms and membrane transport for testing bioactive compounds
Testing the effects of bioactive compounds on model yeast cells to verify their safety and functionality before practical use. Collaboration can support the development of new feed additives, veterinary products or nutraceuticals.
Ceramic materials and coatings
Design and characterisation of advanced ceramic materials and functional ceramic coatings with tailored thermal, mechanical and chemical properties. Joint projects can involve the development of porous ceramics, high-temperature components or protective coatings for industrial use.
Computational and multiscale mechanics
Research and development of computational models and simulation tools for analysis of fracture, damage and multiphysics behaviour in advanced materials and structures. Collaboration can include creation of customized digital twins, predictive simulations and design optimization for industrial or engineering applications.
Computational chemistry and inhibitor design
Computational modelling and design of glycomolecules and enzyme inhibitors with therapeutic potential. Collaboration can include in silico modelling combined with synthesis of compounds and biological testing.