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May 2026

Doctoral Study Hub

for Doctoral Candidates

Dear Doctoral Candidates,

Welcome to May. Alongside your academic focus and steady progress in research and doctoral studies, this season brings new opportunities to stay active, connect with colleagues, and recharge both body and mind. A highlight of the month will be the Rector’s Sports Day on 13 May, a great chance to enjoy sport together and strengthen your academic community.

Kind regards,

Your Doctoral Study Hub Team

Web of Science & Journal Citation Reports for Ph.D.

MAY 6 Move your research forward! A practical workshop for Ph.D. candidates focused on literature searches, citation analysis, and publication decision-making. We still have vacancies. Do not miss your opportunity!

Rector’s Sports Day

MAY 13 The much-anticipated Rector’s Sports Day is fast approaching once again this year. Check out the event website, choose the sport that’s just right for you, and sign up. We’ll be competing in Prague, Plzeň, and Hradec Králové.

Training on the IBM SPSS statistical tool

MAY 19 – JUN 2 Come learn how to use another tool for fast and reliable data processing, statistical analysis, and the creation of clear reports for research and teaching.

Survival Czech 3

MAY 26 – JUN 25 Učím se česky. Develop your basic language skills in Czech! The second follow-up course of the Survival Czech series will focus on making plans, health or transportation.

Support your colleagues in a campaign for men's health

MAY 17 Similarly to the autumn Movember campaign, the spring The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is also part of an initiative supporting men’s health. You can get involved in various ways through our university riding team, UniRiders.

Donate Blood. Help with CU.

JUN 15 On Monday, June 15, 2026, a temporary blood donation site will be set up at UK Point in cooperation with VFN. You can come and donate blood there. Join us and help save lives.

Useful Information

Practical tips for integrating the gender dimension into research

The gender dimension in research content can be decisive for the success of a grant application. Take a look at the practical materials we have prepared for you.

Nominate for the Cori Award!

You can nominate individuals or teams who advance equal opportunities at and beyond CU until 31 May 2026. Know someone who helps create a fairer environment? Send a nomination and show that their work matters!

Free credits for Nextbike?

The Sustainable Development department launched a pilot collaboration with the bike-sharing company Nextbike. Create an account using your CU student email, and you will receive a welcome bonus of CZK 200.