Lifelong University

Mgr. Bc. Libor Juhaňák, Ph.D.

Research Specialist, Department of Machine Learning and Data Processing, Faculty of Informatics MU

Researcher at the Faculty of Informatics, Masaryk University, and a member of the interdisciplinary IRTIS research team. His work has long focused on learning analytics, data mining in education, and the role of modern technologies in lifelong learning. He received the MUNI SCIENTIST award for his contributions to research on the impact of the digital world on the behavior and education of both children and adults.

The Amazing Theater of Physics and Chemistry

ÚDiF (The Amazing Theater of Physics) debunks myths about boring science and transforms physics into a thrilling theatrical adventure. Composed of scientists and science communicators, the group awakens children’s and young people’s natural curiosity, critical thinking, and desire to discover the world through dynamic science shows and interactive experiments. At the conference, they will present their proven methods of experiential education, which effectively combine informal education with hands-on practice and inspire both the younger generation and their educators.

Monika Tomečková

Project Leader of Future Shapers

Leader of the innovative Future Shapers project under the auspices of Brno FabLab. He has long been dedicated to promoting technical and scientific fields in the South Moravian Region. In his work, he systematically connects elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions with modern technology companies and public administration, with the goal of developing the talent and creativity of the younger generation for the world of the future.

Ing. Radko Sáblík

Director of the Smíchov Secondary Technical School and Gymnasium, Educator, and Visionary

He has been transforming the face of Czech education for many years. Since 2002, he has led the Smíchov Technical High School and Gymnasium, which he has transformed into an internationally recognized center of innovation. Under his leadership, the school works closely with technology leaders and gives students the opportunity to launch their own startups and undertake real-world projects. He served as an expert for the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports (MŠMT) during the development of the Strategy 2030+. He has long advocated for the concept of collaborative education and the active involvement of students in teaching activities and continuing adult education.

Ing. Martin Dostál

Founder of Redbit s.r.o

Dr. Jukka Lerkkanen

RNDr. Martin Komenda, Ph.D.

Head of Data and Technology Department, Faculty of Medicine MU

prof. Ing. Daniel Schwarz, Ph.D.

He works at the Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, where he focuses on simulation medicine and the use of advanced technologies in education. He is also a co-founder of the Institute of Biostatistics and Analysis (IBA), a Masaryk University spin-off, where he is engaged in clinical research, biostatistics, and digital solutions for healthcare.

MUDr. Tamara Skříšovská, Ph.D., DESAIC

Assistant Professor at the Department of Simulation Medicine, Faculty of Medicine MU

Assistant Professor at the Department of Simulation Medicine, Faculty of Medicine MU, and physician at the Department of Pediatric Anesthesiology and Resuscitation at Brno University Hospital. Her professional focus is on pediatric anesthesiology and intensive care medicine, and she became the first-ever graduate of the doctoral program in Simulation in Medicine. As part of the Simulation Center (SIMU), she has long been involved in the development and implementation of advanced teaching methods, specializing in simulation training aimed at identifying and preventing medical errors.

Ing. Jiří Travěnec, MBA

Vice-Head for Technology, Simulation Center of the Faculty of Medicine MU

Vice-Head for Technology at the Simulation Center of the Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University (SIMU), and assistant at the Institute of Simulation Medicine. His professional expertise lies in the management, implementation, and development of complex IT and audiovisual technologies necessary for advanced simulation-based teaching. As part of his work at SIMU, he has long been dedicated to technological innovations, the integration of artificial intelligence tools and 3D printing, and the development of proprietary software applications for the effective management of teaching resources.

Mgr. et Mgr. Jan Beseda, Ph.D.

Head of the National Center for Distance Education, Center for Higher Education Studies

Head of the National Center for Distance Education at the Center for Higher Education Studies (CSVŠ) and Director of the Association for Professional Tertiary Education (SPTV). He has long specialized in the digitization of the higher education environment, the implementation of e-learning elements, the quality of vocational tertiary education, and the impacts of ICT technologies. He is the main organizer of the DisCo international conference focused on innovation and technology in education and actively participates in the development of international projects in the field of vocational and distance academic programs.

Mgr. Kryštof Radek

Director of Human Resources at Komerční banka and a member of the Presidium of the Czech HR Association

He has been working in the HR field for many years and, rather than sticking to the beaten path, strives to constantly discover new and dynamic approaches. He gained his professional experience at global companies such as General Electric, Johnson & Johnson, and Kyndryl. Today, he works as Director of Human Resources at Komerční banka and is actively involved in the Czech HR Association. He strives above all to uncover people’s true potential and their desire for continuous growth, viewing himself as a bridge between the world of education and corporate practice. He believes that career success today is defined by flexibility and lifelong curiosity, not by a single, static label from the past.

Erzsébet Szlamka

Education Policy & Skills Frameworks Specialist, EUCEN, Hungary

An expert in education policy and a long-standing representative in the European University Continuing Education Network (EUCEN). In her professional and consulting work, she focuses on modernizing the higher education environment, implementing European qualifications frameworks (EQF/HuQF), and issues related to skills development (Skills and HRTech). She actively participates in international projects focused on digital individual learning accounts (ILA), micro-credentials, and aligning the academic sphere with the needs of the labor market. Within the EUCEN network, she is dedicated to sharing examples of best practices in the field of lifelong learning and developing university education policies in the Central European region.

Prof. Dr. Nemeth Balázs

President of MELLearN, Vice-President of the European Lifelong Learning Platform as EUCEN-ambassador from the University of Pécs, Hungary

An Associate Professor and Reader in Adult Learning and Education at the University of Pécs, Hungary, where he specializes in European lifelong learning policy, learning city-region developments, and comparative adult education. He holds a Dr. habil and a PhD, and serves as the CEO and Board-member of the Hungarian Universities Lifelong Learning Network (MELLearN). An active voice in international academic governance, Dr. Németh is also Board-member of EAEA (European Association for the Education of Adults) and of  PIMA (Promoting, Interrogating and Mobilising Adult Learning and Education).

Ing. Dita Formánková

Member of the Board of Directors of the Česká spořitelna Foundation

Founder of the nonprofit organization Czechitas and an executive member of the Board of Directors of the Česká spořitelna Foundation, where she focuses strategically on lifelong learning and strengthening society’s adaptability in the digital age. A software engineer and social entrepreneur, she has been active in the IT education and diversity sector for over twelve years. She gained experience in technological development and community leadership, among other roles, as Global Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Avast (now Gen), and today she advocates for systemic change through her work on government advisory committees.

Hana Knoppová

Erasmus+ Adult Education Program Consultant, Czech National Agency for International Education and Research

Project consultant in the Higher Education and Lifelong Learning Section at the Center for International Cooperation in Education (DZS), where she specializes in the Erasmus+ Adult Education program, focusing on individual mobility projects (KA1) and institutional accreditation. In her professional work, she has long been dedicated to linking international education with the cultural sector. She helps museums, galleries, nonprofits, and other educational organizations effectively utilize European funds and share innovative methods of adult education across Europe.

Mgr. Pavel Brejcha

Instructor in Media Literacy and Cybersecurity, Institute of Computer Science, Masaryk University

An IT specialist and instructor who focuses on cybersecurity, information hygiene, and the development of media literacy. He works at the Institute of Computer Science at Masaryk University (ÚVT MU), where he is responsible for outreach, security awareness, and educational activities related to IT risks. He also applies his educational and analytical background from Masaryk University as an instructor and trainer for the nonprofit organization Fakescape. Using interactive methods and gamification, he teaches students, educators, and the general public to critically verify information, recognize manipulation techniques in the online space, and behave safely in the digital ecosystem.

Mgr. Marija Wazi, Ph.D.

Team Learning and Interactive Teaching Specialist, Simulation Center of the Faculty of Medicine MU

Team Learning Methodologist and Interactive Teaching Technician at the Simulation Center of the Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University (SIMU) in Brno. She holds a Ph.D. in Social Policy and Social Work from the Faculty of Social Studies at Masaryk University. She has more than 15 years of experience teaching international educational programs in both the formal and informal sectors. In addition to her university work focused on innovative teaching methods, simulations, and the development of teamwork, she is actively involved in mediation, facilitation, and the strategic leadership of the nonprofit organizations Narana and Brno Connected.