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We offer cutting-edge technologies in the field of materials research, modern engineering technologies and system integration.
The research and technological base at the Institute’s disposal meets the strictest criteria of current requirements for research and cooperation with our partners.
CXI’s priority is long-term national and international cooperation with research organizations, companies and the public sector. A professional approach is a matter of course, given the experience of our key staff in the areas of preparing joint projects, implementing contract research or international cooperation.
The Institute for Nanomaterials, Advanced Technologies and Innovation (CXI) is a research center, one of the parts of the Technical University of Liberec.
With a hundred research projects solved per year, we are among the most successful research centers in the Czech Republic.
We provide research and development services in the field of nanomaterials, engineering and software solutions. We have experienced teams and unique technical equipment, which allows us to design the best solutions.
Our mission
We are an internationally respected multidisciplinary center of science and research. Our mission is to transfer innovations into real life, together with our industrial partners, based on high-quality research and development. As part of TUL, we strive to develop human potential, education and prosperity of society.
Our vision
We want to be among the leaders of applied research in the Czech Republic with a significant international reach, namely in innovative solutions in the field of nanotechnology, environmental protection, and the design and production of machines with the help of progressive information technologies.
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CXI has been a holder of the HR AWARD since 2020.
„CXI’s success is primarily based on people. We function as one team. There is a good atmosphere here, people feel satisfied and work with passion. Results are coming, that is extremely important. But we must never forget the human dimension.“ …
prof. Dr. Ing. Miroslav Černík, CSc.
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Perfect glide, long tracks in nature. PFAS and the search for solutions
Groomed trails, the silence of the Jizera Mountains, cross-country skis gliding almost by themselves. But this perfect glide has a downside. The substances that have helped cross-country skiers achieve better riding characteristics for decades remain in nature practically forever. Per- and polyfluorinated substances, known by the abbreviation PFAS, have long been used in cross-country ski…
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A book that travels. Voices that remain
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11), CXI TUL is launching a new community project aimed at connecting women in science through shared experiences and mutual inspiration. It is based on a simple but powerful principle: one book, twelve female scientists, and twelve voices over the course of a year. The…
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Behind the Curtain of Digitalization: A Conference That Will Show the Reality of Digital Transformation
Today, digitization has a fundamental impact on the functioning of companies, public institutions, and entire regions. It is no longer just about introducing new technologies—the key is understanding the context, impact, and real possibilities for their practical application. These are the issues that will be addressed at the Behind the Curtain of Digitization conference, which…
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Polish Marshal of the Lubusz Voivodeship Visits CXI TUL
On Wednesday, 28 January, the Institute for Nanomaterials, Advanced Technologies and Innovation (CXI) was visited by Sebastian Ciemnoczołowski, Marshal of the Lubusz Voivodeship. The meeting was also attended by the former Rector of the Technical University of Liberec, Assoc. Prof. Miroslav Březina, the incoming Rector Assoc. Prof. Aleš Kocourek, and representatives of the Liberec Region,…
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3D printing in practice: when technology meets corporate reality
Companies considering introducing 3D printing or wanting to streamline its use in practice met with researchers and experts in the field of additive technologies at the SUPPORT4SME project workshop. The program offered a comprehensive introduction to FDM 3D printing, an overview of materials and software, and practical demonstrations that helped participants better understand the possibilities…
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3D printing under the microscope: Libor Horáček on possibilities that know no bounds
„Would you like to take a ride in the minibus?“ asks Libor Horáček, opening the door to a renovated Volkswagen Transporter that he modified himself, including 3D-printed push-lock locks. He enthusiastically explains the principle of their printing, preparing me for an interview that will reveal the unlimited possibilities of 3D printing at CXI TUL. From…
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CXI TUL in 2025: stable foundation, visible results and further direction
The year 2025 brought concrete results and awards that confirmed the quality of our institution’s research and strategic steps. CXI TUL is thus moving towards a stronger position and a clearly defined direction for the next decade. If 2024 was about financial stability, 2025 was also about outputs. And those that were noticed by the…
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65 minutes of science. The President at CXI TUL
He had about an hour to visit. But it was enough to make it clear that this was not a formal stop. When President Petr Pavel and his wife visited the Institute for Nanomaterials, Advanced Technologies and Innovations of TUL, they did not come just to look. They asked questions, took notes and tried to…
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A six-month internship that will change the direction of your doctoral research and your life.
An experience that will open doors to international science, new friendships, languages, and self-confidence. The story of Tomáš Dufek, who completed an internship at the Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA), shows that a few months abroad can have a profound impact not only on professional growth but also on personal life. From cutting-edge water…
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Brazilian delegation at CXI TUL: joint search for smart and sustainable solutions
On November 28, the Institute for Nanomaterials, Advanced Technologies and Innovation at the Technical University of Liberec (CXI TUL) welcomed an important Brazilian delegation consisting of mayors, regional leaders, urban development experts, and representatives of innovative organizations. The visit was part of an international mission led by the Association of European Border Regions (AEBR), whose…
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