{"id":5016,"date":"2016-04-13T13:49:05","date_gmt":"2016-04-13T11:49:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ustarch.sav.sk\/?page_id=337"},"modified":"2026-01-25T14:48:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T12:48:51","slug":"projects","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ustarch.sav.sk\/sk\/activities\/projects\/","title":{"rendered":"Projects"},"content":{"rendered":"    <div class=\"department-projects-container\" id=\"projects-institute\" data-department=\"institute\">\n        <form method=\"GET\" action=\"\/sk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5016#projects-institute\" class=\"project-filters\">\n            <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"lang\" value=\"en\" \/>\n            <div class=\"filter-group\">\n                <label for=\"project-type-institute\">Project Type:<\/label>\n                <select name=\"project_type\" id=\"project-type-institute\">\n                    <option value=\"all\"  selected='selected'>All types<\/option>\n                    <option value=\"international\" >International<\/option>\n                    <option value=\"national\" >National<\/option>\n                <\/select>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"filter-group\">\n                <label for=\"project-duration-institute\">Duration:<\/label>\n                <select name=\"project_duration\" id=\"project-duration-institute\">\n                    <option value=\"all\" >All projects<\/option>\n                    <option value=\"ongoing\"  selected='selected'>Current<\/option>\n                    <option value=\"last5years\" >Finished in last 5 years<\/option>\n                <\/select>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"filter-group\">\n                <label for=\"responsible-person-institute\">Responsible Person:<\/label>\n                <select name=\"responsible_person\" id=\"responsible-person-institute\">\n                    <option value=\"all\"  selected='selected'>All persons<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_8d0783956489b913cdf233ac996facfd\" >doc. Ing. Pap\u00e1n Daniel, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_8b3dd3da978326a5586a9324af0ba7ac\" >doc. Ing. Peterkov\u00e1 Stanislav, CSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_b0b378d5134abc4c3b41ccb4f7ca7d19\" >Doc. Ing. Tes\u00e1r Alexander, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_3e4100be1836ec8941794078b0ffd727\" >doc. Ing. \u010cekon Miroslav, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_7128d11f8bd44ef6096ca85e579107f0\" >Dr. Ing. W\u00fcnsche Michael<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_05c31882d557a9cd8fa85309098b14bf\" >Dr. Wallner Stefan, MSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_778270808eb43a9136c32c88eee7665e\" >Ing. Czir\u00e1k Peter, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_bddf63fdc56313587bfa4b7f05eb460c\" >Ing. Janotka Ivan, CSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_8ea2f0aed9a82dbe4a3d1327156112ec\" >Ing. Kriv\u00e1\u010dek Jozef, CSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_00b864051bc40c96bd9e6fce8b18e4c1\" >Ing. Kri\u017ema Martin, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_eb8c9895dd6e4a97c1bf1d5ce0d2375c\" >Ing. Kuzielov\u00e1 Eva, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_cf4e385bcfa712d8a083c364f841ec0d\" >Ing. Matia\u0161ovsk\u00fd Peter, CSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_24258be869e1ae660f96fdbde1164398\" >Ing. Maz\u00fach Tibor, CSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_77fd078558e28998eba9d5b7d016b6a2\" >Ing. Mih\u00e1lka Peter, PhD.,<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_eaa6f00b0261b8638dde0424ea000bbe\" >Ing. Nasir Alaa<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_42ce8f89f3215d834814fa99a894990d\" >Ing. Sadovsk\u00fd Zolt\u00e1n, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_90f6d02b0d0a701a28f6cc2dd7dea5a5\" >Ing. Sl\u00e1vik Richard, Ph.D.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_c4da729455d4891be55dd1942d840fd9\" >Ing. S\u00e1tor Ladislav, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_f506648bb588b3bc9653868a439600e2\" >Ing. \u017divica Vladim\u00edr, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_3ea420e410efad1b4b8b11529d694994\" >M. Tech. Chaturvedi Shashikant<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_c9f36a697a961e750a6f93a70671ca3a\" >M. Tech. Kalauni Kishor, Ph.D.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_6cf24452d4a83d5e4bb530bcf7966af1\" >M. Tech. Vedrtnam Ajitanshu, Ph.D.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_c84dbe803515fe5c34f7888b42eb89c3\" >Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_cb95a0cc1586012bc7dc657f0ce4f04b\" >Prof. Dr. Ing. Palou Martin-Tchingnab\u00e9<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_85c5289f0353deb0771b3e65dd466491\" >Prof. Ing. Sl\u00e1dek J\u00e1n, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_715980e54ad5c7082686c5e5b0269321\" >Prof. RNDr. Sl\u00e1dek Vladim\u00edr, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_f59cc2a5de8211ff144474d7309b0c0b\" >Prof.,Ing. Juh\u00e1sov\u00e1 Em\u00edlia, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_aa085a2ee50401f0958efd275be01546\" >Prof.Ing.arch. Dulla Mat\u00fa\u0161, DrSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_cfdc19d3f7e38e671c9508fadfb3f7b3\" >prom. fyz. Koronth\u00e1lyov\u00e1 O\u013ega, CSc.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_57dfd7d458f0427fe628b9b47ddb544e\" >RNDr. Kraj\u010di \u013dudov\u00edt, PhD.<\/option>\n                                            <option value=\"solver_c6aeab3f47bc931706613fcaa71910f1\" >RNDr. K\u00f3mar Ladislav, PhD.<\/option>\n                                    <\/select>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"filter-group\"><button type=\"submit\" class=\"filter-btn\">Filter<\/button><\/div>\n        <\/form>\n        <div class=\"project-count\">14 projects found<\/div>\n                    <table class=\"projects-compact-table\">\n                <thead>\n                    <tr>\n                        <th width=\"50%\">Project Name<\/th>\n                        <th width=\"20%\">Responsible Person<\/th>\n                        <th width=\"15%\">Duration<\/th>\n                        <th width=\"15%\">Type<\/th>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/thead>\n                <tbody>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;International network for harmonization of atmospheric aerosol retrievals from ground based photometers&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Charakteriz\\u00e1cia atmosf\\u00e9rick\\u00e9ho aeros\\u00f3lu z pozemnej r\\u00e1diometrie&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;INHAAR&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;COST&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.10.2022&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.10.2026&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Aerosols are particles floating in the Earth\\u2019s atmosphere linked with the largest uncertainty on estimates and interpretations of the Earth\\u2019s changing energy budget. Measurement principles differ depending on the desired derived aerosol optical parameter and on the measurement platform (surface or space).The common aerosol columnar properties\\u2019 retrieval techniques, consists of direct measurement of a bright source of radiation (sun, star, moon, sky) with a multi-wavelength photometers. Several global photometric aerosol networks exist. However, there are several instrumental, algorithm and hardware based differences on their related aerosol products and a global standardization is needed. In addition, in order to improve and optimize sun- and moon- photometric aerosol measurements, a network of aerosol scientists and operators, aerosol measurement users and software, hardware developers is needed.The objective of \\u201c\\u0397\\u0391R\\u039c\\u039f\\u039d\\u0399\\u0391\\u201d Action is to establish a network involving institutions, instrument developers, scientific and commercial end users, in order to improve and homogenize aerosol retrievals using mainly solar and sky but also lunar and star photometers from different networks. It aims bridging user needs and the science and technology expertise residing in academia and industry, through:- Increasing the interactions and knowledge exchanges between several atmospheric aerosol network measurement scientists and users- Standardizing and improving of existing aerosol products and tools, towards a \\u201charmony\\u201d in the aerosol photometry- Stimulating the communication between operational agencies and academia, with the aim to increase the applicability of aerosol products.- Encouraging and organizing the dialogue between researchers and instrument manufacturers, towards innovation actions on current and future photometric-aerosol instrumentation.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/harmonia-cost.eu\\\/&quot;}\">INHAAR - International network for harmonization of atmospheric aerosol retrievals from ground based photometers<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.10.2022 - 31.10.2026<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge international\">International<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;The birth of solar systems (PLANETS)&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Prachov\\u00e9 \\u010dastice v slne\\u010dnej s\\u00fastave&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;BSS&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;COST&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.9.2023&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;30.9.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Solar systems emerge from the dust, gas, and ice present in discs encircling newly-born stars. State-of-the-art images from current telescopes have revealed complex substructure (rings and gaps) in dust and gas that may be caused by forming planets. However, these observations have raised many questions regarding when and how planets form; for example, we see rings in discs too young to birth planets, and we measure disc masses too low to form a Solar System analogue. Further, the demographics provided by observations of extra-solar planetary systems have revealed huge diversity and hint that our Solar System may be unique. It is clear that our picture of the birth of Solar Systems remains incomplete despite these great advances in observations.This Action will create a multi-disciplinary network covering three cornerstones: experiments, models, and observations. Experimental data is needed to accurately prescribe physics in models of disc evolution and planet formation, and to correctly interpret observations of dust and gas emission. Models are a \\u201cvirtual laboratory\\u201d within which the impact of physics can be explored, and from which observational diagnostics can be created. Finally, observations provide us with the benchmarks needed to confirm or refute our picture of Solar System birth.To build a holistic picture of how Solar Systems form can only be achieved with an interdisciplinary and pan-European network. This Action will provide the structure and funding needed to develop the research framework, provide training to the next generation, and to disseminate the findings to key stakeholders.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.cost.eu\\\/actions\\\/CA22133&quot;}\">BSS - The birth of solar systems (PLANETS)<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.9.2023 - 30.9.2027<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge international\">International<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Smart, Efficient and Lightweight Facade for low-energy buildings&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Inteligentn\\u00e1, efekt\\u00edvna a \\u013eahk\\u00e1 fas\\u00e1da pre n\\u00edzkoenergetick\\u00e9 budovy&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;M-ERA.NET&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;Horizont Eur\\u00f3pa&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;doc. Ing. \\u010cekon Miroslav, PhD.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.7.2026&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;30.6.2029&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Buildings account for a major share of energy use, and current fa\\u00e7ade systems cannot fully exploit renewable energy or provide dynamic thermal performance. The project addresses the need for highly efficient, adaptive envelope solutions suitable for diverse climates and modernization of existing buildings. The objective is to develop and validate a multifunctional fa\\u00e7ade integrating active thermal insulation, PV-T energy harvesting, and latent heat storage, forming a modular prefabricated unit. Potential applications include new and renovated buildings requiring improved energy efficiency and on-site renewable integration. The proposed solution solves several important challenges of the housing market such as demand for new cheap houses, attempting the autonomous building standard and increasing energy performance. The approach supports sustainable construction, accelerates market uptake of advanced fa\\u00e7ade technologies, and strengthens the competitiveness of involved company.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.m-era.net\\\/&quot;}\">M-ERA.NET - Smart, Efficient and Lightweight Facade for low-energy buildings<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>doc. Ing. \u010cekon Miroslav, PhD.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.7.2026 - 30.6.2029<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge international\">International<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Quantifying Light Propagation Parameters for Modern ArtificialLighting: Ground Reflection, Cloud Impact and Dynamic Sources&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Kvantifik\\u00e1cia parametrov \\u0161\\u00edrenia svetla pre modern\\u00e9 umel\\u00e9osvetlenie: Povrchov\\u00fd odraz, vplyv oblakov a dynamick\\u00e9 zdroje&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;LIPRO&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;APVV&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Dr. Wallner Stefan, MSc.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.9.2025&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.8.2029&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Light pollution is a rapidly growing environmental challenge, with artificial night lighting increasing by 2.2% annuallyand 6% in European areas. This innovative research project addresses critical gaps in understanding light pollutionthrough three work packages that combine cutting-edge measurement techniques with advanced theoreticalmodeling.The research investigates three key areas of light dynamics: ground reflection under LED lighting, cloud impacts onlight propagation, and vehicle lighting contributions. Using drone-based measurements, systematic cloud conditionanalyses, and novel headlight impact assessments, the project will develop comprehensive models that challengeexisting simplified understanding of light pollution.Led by Dr. Stefan Wallner at the Slovak Academy of Sciences, the interdisciplinary team will exploreunprecedented aspects of light propagation. By creating three-dimensional light mapping, analyzing over 500 cloudscenarios, and developing new algorithms for tracking light sources, the research promises significant advances inenvironmental and atmospheric science. Expected outcomes include enhanced modeling tools, new measurement protocols, public datasets, and at leasttwelve peer-reviewed publications. The project aims to support more sustainable urban lighting practices byproviding critical insights into how artificial light interacts with urban and natural environments.This research represents a crucial step in understanding and mitigating the complex phenomenon of light pollution, offering practical solutions for urban planners, ecologists, and environmental scientists.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">LIPRO - Quantifying Light Propagation Parameters for Modern ArtificialLighting: Ground Reflection, Cloud Impact and Dynamic Sources<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Dr. Wallner Stefan, MSc.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.9.2025 - 31.8.2029<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Surface effects in multi-functional nanomaterials&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Povrchov\\u00e9 efekty v multi funkcion\\u00e1lnych nanomateri\\u00e1loch&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;VEGA&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;prof. Ing. Sl\\u00e1dek J\\u00e1n, DrSc.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2026&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2028&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Reduction of the size of structural elements to the order of its material microstructure yields arising exceptional properties due to the engagement of physical processes not occurring at macroscopic structures. In contrast to macro-sized structures, the surface effect should be considered due to large ratio of surfaces to volume in nano-sized structures. The flexoelectric and flexomagnetic effects are electromechanical or magnetomechanical coupling phenomena widely existing in many advanced materials with large strain gradients (nano-sized structures), and may significantly affect the multiple physics coupling behaviors of them. The main objective of this project is to fully understand the mechanisms for multiple physics field coupling in smart materials involving the surface effects in flexoelectric and flexomagnetic materials, and provide general ideas for the optimal design of advanced composite materials.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">Surface effects in multi-functional nanomaterials<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>prof. Ing. Sl\u00e1dek J\u00e1n, DrSc.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2026 - 31.12.2028<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Hydration processes and microstructure formation of the new cement composites and their use in the development of special concretes&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Hydrata\\u010dn\\u00fd proces a tvorba mikro\\u0161trukt\\u00fary nov\\u00fdch kompozitn\\u00fdch cementov a ich pou\\u017eitie na v\\u00fdvoj \\u0161peci\\u00e1lnych bet\\u00f3nov&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;VEGA&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Prof. Dr. Ing. Palou Martin-Tchingnab\\u00e9&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2024&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;The European Committee for Standardization CEN-51 expanded the number of cement types from 27 to 39. Two newly developed types of cement, (1) - Portland composite cement CEM II\\\/C-M and (2) composite cement - CEM VI, covered by STN EN 197-5, are not yet recognized and fully accepted by the standard STN 206\\\/NA for concrete. These composite cements with a lower clinker factor (65-35%) and a higher degree of admixture combinations are of considerable CO2 reduction potential in cement and concrete industries. The suitability of these new types of cement and their intended use for construction purposes was experimentally evaluated by test programs for mortars. Until now, detailed studies on the suitability of these binders for the development of concrete, i.e., for what types of concrete and for what exposure classes related to environmental actions, have not been carried out and scientifically verified. The project fulfills the gap between STN EN 197-5 for mortar and STN 206\\\/NA for concrete by using material chemistry to map the potential application of the new composites cement in developing sealing cement grout for geothermal wells, Self-Compacting and Heavyweight Concrete.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">Hydration processes and microstructure formation of the new cement composites and their use in the development of special concretes<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Prof. Dr. Ing. Palou Martin-Tchingnab\u00e9<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2024 - 31.12.2027<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Complexity on latent heat storage materials and systems in applications for sustainable and green construction&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Komplexnos\\u0165 v aplik\\u00e1ci\\u00e1ch latentn\\u00fdch tepelnoakumula\\u010dn\\u00fdch materi\\u00e1lov a syst\\u00e9mov pre udr\\u017eate\\u013en\\u00fa a ekologick\\u00fa v\\u00fdstavbu&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;VEGA&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;doc. Ing. \\u010cekon Miroslav, PhD.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2024&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Driven by adverse effects of climate change, progressive building envelope solutions are needed for storing thermal energy in periods of abundance and releasing it when and where needed, such as responsive envelope elements. By virtue of their large latent heat of fusion, phase change materials (PCMs) are promising materials to address this need. However, many challenges remain concerning their real implementation, cost and sustainability. Modern building envelope systems together with the integration of advanced materials that can passively operate with thermal energy obtained from its environment, represent current direction of innovative research. Therefore, this research aims to manufacture and integrate green and sustainable composite materials and systems in combination with PCMs, focusing on bio-based PCMs from renewable and eco-based sources. Waste products such as food wastes, by-products from agro-based food industries, genetically modified oils and many others are potentials for present research.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">Complexity on latent heat storage materials and systems in applications for sustainable and green construction<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>doc. Ing. \u010cekon Miroslav, PhD.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2024 - 31.12.2027<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Multiphysical effects in micro\\\/nano structural elements in MEMS\\\/NEMS devices&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Multifyzik\\u00e1lne efekty v mikro\\\/nano-kon\\u0161truk\\u010dn\\u00fdch prvkoch MEMS\\\/NEMS zariaden\\u00ed&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;VEGA&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Ing. S\\u00e1tor Ladislav, PhD.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2024&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;The global aim of this project is to give a unified theoretical and numerical treatment of the micro\\\/nano plateand\\\/or beam bending in interactions with various physical fields. Besides the classical theory of plates\\\/beams(CLT), we shall consider also the first and third order shear deformation theories (FSDT and TSDT). Moreover,we allow the materials of the plates to be functionally graded (FGM) both in transversal and in-plane directions,hence the governing equations are partial differential equations with variable coefficients. We intend to developadvanced numerical techniques, like the Moving Finite Element Method (MFEM) to solve the rather complexboundary value problems. The numerical simulation of the effects of functional dependence of materialcoefficients in multifield coupling and analyse the size-dependent effects can lead to deeper understanding ofphysical processes in response of micro\\\/nano structural plate\\\/beamlike elements.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">Multiphysical effects in micro\/nano structural elements in MEMS\/NEMS devices<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Ing. S\u00e1tor Ladislav, PhD.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2024 - 31.12.2027<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Optical characterization of particles in exteriors and interiors&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Optick\\u00e1 charakteriz\\u00e1cia \\u010dast\\u00edc vo vonkaj\\u0161om a vn\\u00fatornom prostred\\u00ed&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;OCCVVP&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;VEGA&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2024&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Small size particles can easily penetrate different environments and have a detrimental effect on human health on both the interior and exterior. In addition to their negative impacts on the health of the population, micrometer-sized particles determine the distribution of diffuse daylight as well as its availability indoors. Environmental turbidity is a critical factor for predicting the amount of solar energy (photovoltaic, PV). Currently, most models assume that particles are spherical in shape, and this limitation is expected to have minimal impact on the accuracy of model predictions. However, such models suffer from a systematic bias, as the particles in urban environments are neither spherical nor spheroidal, and their varying shapes contribute to amplitude fluctuations of direct and diffuse radiation components. The goal of the project is to determine the effect of particle shape on detected radiation and to develop optical methods for characterizing particles in their natural environment.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">OCCVVP - Optical characterization of particles in exteriors and interiors<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2024 - 31.12.2027<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Self-Healing Concrete for Enhanced Carbon Capture and Storage&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Samoregenera\\u010dn\\u00fd bet\\u00f3n pre efekt\\u00edvnej\\u0161ie zachyt\\u00e1vanie a ukladanie oxidu uhli\\u010dit\\u00e9ho&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;PostdokGrant&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;M. Tech. Kalauni Kishor, Ph.D.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2026&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;This research proposes the development of a novel multifunctional concrete composite that combines the CO2adsorption capabilities of ZIF-8 with the self-healing properties of bio-mineralizing bacteria. The goal is to enhanceboth the environmental performance and durability of concrete by accelerating natural carbonation and increasing itscapacity for carbon sequestration. ZIF-8 will be embedded within the concrete matrix to act as a localized CO2reservoir, capturing atmospheric or point-source CO2 and concentrating it near microcracks or porous zones.Simultaneously, the incorporated bacteria will precipitate calcium carbonate upon exposure to moisture and CO2,facilitating self-healing and further CO\\u2082 mineralization. This synergistic system leverages both physical adsorption andmicrobial mineralization to increase the rate, extent, and permanence of carbon storage in concrete. The project willinvestigate the interactions between ZIF-8 and bacterial viability, optimize material formulations, and evaluateperformance through carbonation depth analysis, mechanical testing, and microstructural characterization. Byconducting controlled experiments under varying environmental conditions, researcher will measure the differences inCO2 uptake between conventional concrete and that enhanced with self-healing agents. This comparative analysiswill provide critical data on the performance and potential of biogenic enhancement strategies. In addition toquantifying CO2 sequestration, the project also focuses on optimizing the carbonation process. This involves testingdifferent concentrations and combinations of self-healing agents, and ZIF-8 to determine the most efficient formulationfor long-term CO2 absorption. By evaluating the reduction in net carbon emissions associated with the use of self-healingagent and ZIF-8, the project will help determine its viability as a sustainable building material. The anticipatedoutcome is an environmentally beneficial solution that not only improves the durability of concrete but also activelycontributes to atmospheric CO2 reduction. These findings contribute valuable knowledge to the field of sustainableconstruction materials and provide practical guidance for future industry applications.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/postdokgrant.sav.sk\\\/&quot;}\">Self-Healing Concrete for Enhanced Carbon Capture and Storage<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>M. Tech. Kalauni Kishor, Ph.D.<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2026 - 31.12.2027<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Bio-PCM Thermal Energy Storage: Optimized Truncated-Cone Tank with Nature-Inspired Fins&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Bio-PCM syst\\u00e9m akumul\\u00e1cie tepelnej energie: Optimalizovan\\u00e1 z\\u00e1sobn\\u00edkov\\u00e1 n\\u00e1dr\\u017e v tvare zrezan\\u00e9ho ku\\u017ee\\u013ea s rebrami in\\u0161pirovan\\u00fdmi pr\\u00edrodou&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;DoktoGrant&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Ing. Nasir Alaa&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2026&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2026&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;The proposed project focuses on advancing seasonal thermal energy storage (STES) systems for energy self-sufficient buildings through the development of a novel storage tank filled with bio-based phase change materials (Bio-PCM), particularly sugar alcohols such as erythritol. Bio-PCMs provide high latent heat capacity and environmentalcompatibility, making them a sustainable alternative to conventional storage materials, but their low thermalconductivity limits efficiency. To address this challenge, the research introduces nature-inspired fin geometriesdesigned to enhance heat transfer, accelerate charging and discharging, and improve long-term energy retention.The study will integrate three-dimensional numerical simulations with laboratory-scale experiments on a truncated-cone prototype to validate performance. The expected outcomes include improved reliability and efficiency of STESsystems, seamless integration with solar energy infrastructure, and reduced dependence on external energy sources.Ultimately, this research aims to support the transition towards energy-efficient, low-carbon buildings and establishnew design guidelines for sustainable TES technologies.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.doktogrant.sav.sk\\\/FundedProjects\\\/2025&quot;}\">Bio-PCM Thermal Energy Storage: Optimized Truncated-Cone Tank with Nature-Inspired Fins<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Ing. Nasir Alaa<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2026 - 31.12.2026<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Optimized Integration of Phase Change Materials in Residential Building Walls for Energy Efficiency in Slovakia and the European Union&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Optimalizovan\\u00e1 integr\\u00e1cia materi\\u00e1lov s f\\u00e1zovou zmenou do obvodov\\u00fdch stien obytn\\u00fdch budov na zv\\u00fd\\u0161enie energetickej efekt\\u00edvnosti v Slovenskej republike a Eur\\u00f3pskej \\u00fanii&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;DoktoGrant&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;M. Tech. Chaturvedi Shashikant&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.1.2026&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;31.12.2026&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;The aim of this project is to develop an optimized system for integrating Phase Change Materials (PCMs) into residential building walls to enhance energy efficiency in the Slovak Republic and the European Union (EU). It combines laboratory testing, simulations, and building monitoring to identify suitable PCM types, 3D-printed encapsulations, and placement strategies tailored to local climates. A novel aspect is the use of additive manufacturing to enable cost-effective, scalable thermal storage. The project will quantify energy savings across seasons, validate models with empirical data, and assess economic feasibility. Outcomes will include technical guidelines to support sustainable building and retrofitting, directly contributing to EU Green Deal targets and national decarbonization goals.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.doktogrant.sav.sk\\\/FundedProjects\\\/2025&quot;}\">Optimized Integration of Phase Change Materials in Residential Building Walls for Energy Efficiency in Slovakia and the European Union<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>M. Tech. Chaturvedi Shashikant<\/td>\n                    <td>1.1.2026 - 31.12.2026<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Understanding and improvement of the hydration reactions of the low-carbon cements for development of low-carbon concrete including carbon capture through carbonation&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Pochopenie a zlep\\u0161enie hydrata\\u010dn\\u00fdch reakci\\u00ed n\\u00edzkouhl\\u00edkov\\u00fdch cementov pre v\\u00fdvoj n\\u00edzkouhl\\u00edkov\\u00e9ho bet\\u00f3nu vr\\u00e1tane zachyt\\u00e1vania uhl\\u00edka karbonat\\u00e1ciou&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;APVV&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Prof. Dr. Ing. Palou Martin-Tchingnab\\u00e9&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.7.2024&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;30.6.2028&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;Deepening the knowledge and understanding of the mechanisms and kinetics of hydration reactions of cement composites with a low to very low content of Portland clinker to develop Low-Carbon Concrete is currently the main focus of scientific research on inorganic composite binders worldwide. The construction sector has been identified as the most significant sector responsible for 40% of total anthropogenic CO2. To mitigate the detrimental effect of cement and concrete production on the environment and energy consumption, locally available supplemental cementitious materials (SCMs) are combined with locally produced cement. The chemical composition of these materials is closely linked to their source, causing the cement composition to vary from one locality to another. The hydration reaction of cement, which governs the properties of concrete, is a complex process, even more so in the system containing SCMs. Lowering the clinker content in cement to achieve low-carbon cement decreases the initial hydration heat, slows the rate of strength development, and makes the concrete belong to a low-strength class. Primary hydration of cement phases, alkali-activated\\\/pozzolanic reactions, carbonation, superplasticizers, and the water-binder ratio are the main factors to consider in developing low-carbon cement, the main ingredient for making low-carbon concrete. Developing low-carbon concrete from low-carbon cement with the incorporation of recycled concrete aggregates is the main scientific and technological challenge to achieve the objectives of this project. Combining scientific knowledge of hydration process with the development of low-carbon cement will enable the development of low-carbon concrete with similar properties to ordinary concrete. Furthermore, the project plans to develop fiber-reinforced load-bearing concrete from low-carbon concrete. The possibility of sequestering CO2 in the concrete structure by carbonation in the CO2 chamber will be explored.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">Understanding and improvement of the hydration reactions of the low-carbon cements for development of low-carbon concrete including carbon capture through carbonation<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Prof. Dr. Ing. Palou Martin-Tchingnab\u00e9<\/td>\n                    <td>1.7.2024 - 30.6.2028<\/td>\n                    <td><span class=\"project-type-badge national\">National<\/span><\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                            <tr>\n                    <td><a href=\"#\" class=\"project-name-link\" data-project=\"{&quot;name_en&quot;:&quot;Comprehensive model of light pollution propagation into the ambient environment&quot;,&quot;name_sk&quot;:&quot;Komplexn\\u00fd model \\u0161\\u00edrenia sveteln\\u00e9ho zne\\u010distenia do okolit\\u00e9ho prostredia&quot;,&quot;acronym&quot;:&quot;LIGHT-POLLUTION-&quot;,&quot;program&quot;:&quot;APVV&quot;,&quot;solver&quot;:&quot;Mgr. Kocifaj Miroslav, DrSc.&quot;,&quot;start_date&quot;:&quot;1.7.2023&quot;,&quot;end_date&quot;:&quot;30.6.2027&quot;,&quot;description&quot;:&quot;The proliferation of outdoor artificial light at night is a global challenge that relates strongly to cities. The brightening of the night sky due to the phenomenon of skyglow touches on many social concerns from urban ecology to human health, energy security, and sustainability and climate change. Knowledge of the hemispherical night sky brightness (NSB) produced by ongoing expansion of outdoor lighting systems is a necessary step for characterizing the nighttime environment and monitoring the evolution of night sky quality. We intend to develop a comprehensive NSB model applicable for any site worldwide, while respecting the atmospheric conditions prevailing at the respective locality. By achieving an excellent match between theory and experiment, the model will (1) accurately assess the environmental impact of new outdoor lighting installations; (2) investigate the relationship between light pollution and other forms of environmental pollution; (3) elucidate how the nature of anthropogenic particles in the atmosphere relates to the formation of skyglow over cities; (4) predict how much light at night reaches the ground in and near cities; and (5) determine the value of specific outdoor lighting modernization efforts in reducing light pollution. Our strategy to develop a comprehensive model is to derive governing equations in analytic forms in order to provide a deep physical insight to the problem solved, interpret of the role of each parameter, discover dependencies otherwise hidden or unknown, and construct theoretically well-founded approximations. We will solve the vector radiative transfer equation in the Earth\\u2019s atmosphere, while determining Stokes parameters for arbitrary cloud coverage or light emissions from artificial sources. Through a combination of radiative transfer modeling and experimental validation, we deliver novel NSB mitigation strategies.&quot;,&quot;web&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\">LIGHT-POLLUTION- - Comprehensive model of light pollution propagation into the ambient environment<\/a><\/td>\n                    <td>Mgr. 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