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:
Livestock parasite management and sustainable agriculture PV-26-004
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 PV-15-003
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.
Materials for batteries and electrochemical energy storage PV-21-008
Research and development of materials for lithium and sodium batteries, including anode materials, protective layers, solid or hybrid electrolytes and safer material solutions. Collaboration may include material synthesis and modification, electrochemical testing, degradation analysis and optimisation of properties for stationary or industrial energy storage systems.
Memristors and resistive switching PV-09-004
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 and fungal community profiling by amplicon sequencing (metabarcoding) PV-22-015
Amplicon-based (metabarcoding) profiling of fungal and microbial communities from environmental, plant-associated or industrial samples, with assignment of functional/ecological traits. Collaboration may include experimental design, bioinformatic processing and interpretation of community data.
Microbial biotechnology PV-20-006
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.
Microbial genetics and control of biological processes PV-22-001
Research on genetic mechanisms and regulation of gene expression in bacteria aimed at optimising biological processes and the functionality of microbial systems. Collaboration may include functional gene validation, analysis of regulatory pathways and support for the development or optimisation of microbial production platforms.
Microbial processes for environmental and industrial applications PV-22-007
Research on microbial processes applicable to the biodegradation of environmental and industrial contaminants. Collaboration may include assessment of biodegradation potential, experimental validation of efficacy and support for the design of environmental solutions.
Microbial safety and quality of food products PV-22-008
Research on microbial communities affecting food quality, safety and shelf life. Collaboration may include microbiological assessments, testing of antimicrobial approaches and data supporting improvements in food safety or shelf-life extension.
Model organisms for biomedical and veterinary research PV-19-003
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.