I had the opportunity to spend a study stay in Brno through the CEEPUS network, hosted by the Institute of Geological Sciences at Masaryk University. It was a truly enriching experience, both professionally and personally. During my time there, I had access to a wide range of analytical techniques and laboratories, including electron microprobe (EPMA), Raman spectroscopy, LA-ICP-MS, optical microscopy, and more — a truly impressive setup that allowed for in-depth mineralogical investigations. In addition to hands-on lab work, I also focused on deepening the theoretical background of my research by studying a broad range of scientific literature. A huge thank you to the whole team for their warm welcome and collaboration, especially Assoc. Prof. Ján Cempírek and Assoc. Prof. Radek Škoda for their expert guidance, valuable insights, and the engaging scientific discussions we had. I’m very grateful for this opportunity and look forward to continuing the cooperation in the future!
PhD student Pavel Hvožďara