Prof. Martin Černý, Ph.D.
Lab Leader
LERCO – Life Environment Research Center
Biomedical Engineering
Multidisciplinary research center focused on the interaction between human health and environmental factors.
Timeline
2023 - 2027
Status
Active
Project code
CZ.10.03.01/00/22_003/0000003
Funding provider
Ministry of the Environment (Czech Republic)
Funding program
Operational Programme Just Transition (OPST)
Partner
University of Ostrava (coordinator), University Hospital Ostrava, VSB-TUO, Moravian-Silesian Innovation Centre Ostrava (non-financial partner)
Budget
CZK 1.85 billion in total; VSB-TUO share CZK 184.7 million
The LERCO project establishes a multidisciplinary research center focused on the interaction between human health and environmental factors. It integrates expertise from biomedical engineering, environmental sciences, and advanced technologies to study the impact of environmental conditions on human physiology and health. The project supports the development of innovative monitoring systems, data analysis methods, and sustainable solutions for improving quality of life and public health.
Principal Investigator: Prof. Marek Penhaker, Ph.D.
Contact Persons
Daniel Barvík, Ph.D.
Lab Administrator