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:
Neutron detectors and imaging
Development of neutron-sensitive detectors and radiation imaging systems with pixelated sensors, including calibration and prototyping. Collaboration may cover design of new detector solutions, experimental validation and preparation for practical applications.
Next-generation batteries and solid-state electrolytes
Research and development of advanced battery materials, electrodes and solid electrolytes aimed at improving safety, energy density and lifetime of energy storage systems. Collaboration can focus on interface engineering, performance optimisation and accelerated testing in industrially relevant conditions.
Nutrient absorption and mineral transport in animals
Research on mechanisms of nutrient absorption and mineral transport affecting the condition, growth and production parameters of livestock. Collaboration may involve in vitro testing, modelling of transport processes and designing nutritional solutions that improve nutrient utilisation in practice.
Optical and radiative properties of construction materials
Research on optical, scattering and radiative characteristics of façade, glazing and coating materials, including modelling of daylighting and thermal behaviour. Cooperation can involve optical measurements, simulation of light transport and optimization of building components for energy efficiency and visual comfort.
Optimisation of digestion and nutrition in livestock
Research and development of technologies aimed at optimising digestion, gut microbiota and feed utilisation to improve animal health and performance. Collaboration may include testing feed enriched with bioactive components, measuring metabolic parameters and evaluating environmental impact to provide partners with data for more efficient feeding strategies.
Parasitic biodiversity, host–parasite interactions and invasion biology
Research on parasite biodiversity, population genetics, and host–parasite relationships in diverse ecosystems, including non-native and invasive species. Collaboration can involve field sampling, genetic analyses, modelling of host and parasite migration routes, and development of innovative monitoring tools for environmental and aquaculture applications.
Parasitic immunology and host immune response
Research on host immune mechanisms during infections with parasites to elucidate processes of immunomodulation. Collaboration may include immunological testing, cytokine profiling, gene-expression analysis, and development of immunomodulatory strategies.
Parasitic zoonoses
Research and development of diagnostic, monitoring and control strategies for parasitic diseases transmitted between animals and humans. Collaboration may include molecular diagnostics, epidemiological studies, and the design of integrated risk-management systems for veterinary and public-health applications.
Plant protection and soil health
Research on soil-health assessment using soil nematode communities as bioindicators. Monitoring and diagnostics of plant-parasitic nematodes, the development of effective management strategies in plant protection, and the evaluation of the impacts of plant parasites on crop production. Collaboration may include analytical methods, experimental testing, procedure optimisation, and development of practical solutions for agricultural practice.
Plant stress biology and phytochemistry
Study of plant cell wall components and defence mechanisms under abiotic stress with applications in agriculture and crop protection. Collaboration may include analysis of plant metabolites, stress resistance testing and development of support technologies.