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:
III-N semiconductors and transistors
Research and development of GaN, InN and InAlN heterostructures for advanced power and high-frequency transistors (HEMT, MOS-HEMT). Collaboration may include design, fabrication and characterization of transistors for next-generation electronic devices.
Immunochemistry and vaccine design
Development of synthetic immunogens and glycan-based molecules for vaccines and immunomodulatory applications. Collaboration can cover antigen design, immunological testing and joint participation in preclinical validations.
Livestock parasite management and sustainable agriculture
Research and development of strategies for controlling parasitic infections in livestock using nutraceuticals, feed additives, and sustainable pasture management. Collaboration may involve field trials, evaluation of antiparasitic efficacy, and implementation of integrated parasite-management systems.
Low-CO₂ binders and sustainable concrete technologies
Research and optimization of multicomponent and low-carbon binder systems, including use of recycled aggregates, industrial by-products and admixtures to reduce environmental impact. Collaborative projects can address laboratory testing, life-cycle analysis and mix-design adaptation for specific industrial applications.
Memristors and resistive switching
Research and development of resistive switching devices for memory, sensor and neuromorphic applications. Collaboration may include design and testing of memristor structures, their integration into systems and validation of their functionality in practical applications.
Microbial biotechnology
Research and development of microbial strains (yeasts, recombinant microorganisms) for biocatalysis and production of bioactive molecules. Collaboration may involve creation of sustainable bioprocesses, fermentation optimization and application of results in industrial practice.
Model organisms for biomedical and veterinary research
Use of suitable model organisms to study diseases, treatments or effects of bioactive substances prior to commercial application. Collaboration can facilitate preclinical evaluation of new products for veterinary or biomedical markets.
Multiphysical modelling of composite materials
Development and validation of coupled thermo-mechanical, hygro-mechanical and electro-mechanical models for composite and layered construction materials. Cooperation may involve tailored modelling tasks, material design simulations or prediction of structural performance under complex loading.
Nanocellulose and eco-friendly nanocomposites
Development of scalable methods for producing nanofibrillated cellulose and its integration into polymers, ceramics and composite materials. Collaboration may target applications in shock-absorbing systems, electrochemical devices or environmentally sustainable materials.
Nanomaterials for biomedical applications
Research and development of functional nanomaterials and nanoconjugates for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Cooperation can involve studies of biocompatibility, targeted delivery, cell interactions and advanced imaging methods.