From humble beginnings to recognised institution
The beginnings of Brno University of Technology (BUT) date back to 19 September 1899, when the Imperial and Royal Czech Technical University in Brno, now known as Brno University of Technology, was established. Over more than a century, the university has evolved from humble beginnings in rented classrooms into an internationally renowned educational and research institution. Its history is intertwined with personalities such as Armin Delong, Bohuslav Fuchs and Otto Wichterle. Its honorary doctors include Nikola Tesla, Tomáš and Jan Antonín Bat'a, and the first two Czechoslovak presidents T. G. Masaryk and Edvard Beneš.
News at BUT - Special 2024
What many consider to be the distant future is currently being developed at Brno University of Technology
Today, BUT is achieving excellence not only in traditional engineering fields, but also in areas that are the technologies of the future, such as semiconductor technology, microscopy, space and aerospace technology, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, as well as environmental engineering and the circular economy. With representation from the arts, architecture and design, the university can offer a bridge between the technical and artistic worlds, developing creativity in technical research and education in a unique way.
The importance of technical education for excellence and competitiveness
The Jubilee is not just an occasion to reflect on the past but also an opportunity to present the visions and themes that shape the current and future direction of the university. One of the most crucial themes is the significance of technical education for the development of technological excellence and competitiveness, not only for the Czech Republic, but also for the European Union. It is one of the great challenges for technical higher education, but also for countries whose economies base their competitive potential on industry, to think in the context of their strategic development about how to support technical education, which is what enables the knowledge and innovation potential of the national economy to develop. Therefore, the theme of its promotion became the main message of the university's anniversary celebrations. This is the only way to turn technological visions into reality.
Accompanying event
MeltingPot
19 Jul 2024
The international discussion forum MeltingPot is traditionally held as part of the Colours of Ostrava festival. This year, more than 250 speakers from all over the world will be on 12 thematic stages to discuss current topics and news from the fields of politics, economics, technology and AI, science, education, health and personal development. On Friday 19 July, you can also look forward to speakers and highlights from the BUT on the Envision Stage.
WEB MELTINGPOT
Main event
Science and Technology Festival
6 – 8 Sept 2024
Science and Technology Festival is a traditional annual event that aims to bring science to the general public and show it as fascinating, fun and surprising. Visitors are treated to interactive demonstrations so they can better understand the beauty of scientific exploration.
Main event
Researcher's Night
27 Sept 2024
The most famous popularization event for the general public attracts crowds of visitors every year to places they do not normally have access to. BUT will open its laboratories, lecture halls, and other premises, and will prepare a rich programme that even the youngest will enjoy.
Web of researcher's night
Responsibility: Mgr. Marta Vaňková
