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On 25 September 2025, the Leadership Academy for Researchers<\/strong> was launched with the conference Leadership Matters: Shaping the Future of Research Institutions<\/em><\/strong>. The event attracted over 120 participants, including representatives of leading Czech and international research institutes, confirming that the topic of leadership in science resonates widely.<\/p>\n

The conference featured keynote talks and panel discussions with experts such as Marijke Lein<\/strong> (ex-VIB), Pavel Plevka and Eli\u0161ka Handl\u00ed\u0159ov\u00e1<\/strong> (CEITEC), Tom\u00e1\u0161 Mocek and Jan Brajer<\/strong> (HiLASE), Adam Pru\u0161ka<\/strong> (ex-ETH Zurich), and Matou\u0161 Glanc<\/strong> (Czexpats in Science). Together, they explored the multiple roles of scientific leaders \u2013 as researchers, managers, mentors, and institution builders \u2013 and highlighted the need for trust, openness, and long-term vision in Czech science.<\/p>\n

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\u201cPeople tend to follow a vision. A bold vision that allows them to realise their professional goals. In order to attract the best candidates, it is essential to provide benefits that extend beyond the scope of the project or salary. In my professional opinion, strategic thinking is a long-term approach. I am convinced that our institution will still be here in 100 years. In order to build a research institution that is oriented towards making a positive impact, it is essential to have the courage to take risks and to be willing to step into the unknown.\u201d
\n– <\/em>Tom\u00e1\u0161 Mocek (HiLASE Centre)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Key questions ran through the whole day: How can leadership skills help Czech science become more impactful? Which leadership principles are crucial to foster open culture, long-term growth, and international competitiveness?<\/em> <\/strong>The debate also underlined the importance of involving HR in developing leaders, addressing academic inbreeding, and building institutions with bold visions that inspire people.<\/p>\n

The Academy\u2019s four core modules cover<\/strong>:<\/p>\n