UAAT International Young Visiting Scholar Program
Radek Šíp
Assistant, Department of Physical Education and Social Sciences, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University
Email: radek.sip@fsps.muni.cz
Webpage: https://www.muni.cz/en/people/463279-radek-sip/teaching
Host Scholar: Prof. Yu-Kai Chang, Chair, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences
Hosting Department/Institution: Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences / College of Sports and Recreation, National Taiwan Normal University.
Biography:
Mgr. Radek Šíp is an assistant at the Department of Physical Education and Social Sciences, Faculty of Sports Studies, Masaryk University. He specializes in coaching training with a focus on practical psychology and experiential learning.
At Masaryk University, he works as a researcher in the field of acute stress and conflict, and teaches soft skills, self-exploration, and psychology-related courses. His teaching integrates psychological theory with real-life application through scenario-based training, feedback techniques, and role-play.
Mgr. Šíp is dedicated to helping individuals and teams strengthen their resilience to stress, clarify goals, manage expectations, and identify effective strategies to reach meaningful outcomes. In addition to his academic work, he is an experienced crisis interventionist, providing psychological support in healthcare and humanitarian settings. His practical background informs both his teaching and research, particularly in the areas of stress coping, emotional regulation, and interpersonal dynamics under pressure.
Lecture [1]:
Time: July 17, 2025 (Thur.), 17:30-18:30
Venue: Room 002, 3F, Gym, Heping Campus I, National Taiwan Normal University.
Title: Brno and Masaryk University: From Historical Roots to Modern Psychology and Sports Science
Abstract:
Brno, the second-largest city in the Czech Republic, has long been a center of education, innovation, and cultural life. Known for its rich history, lively student atmosphere, and scientific contributions, it offers a unique blend of tradition and progress. Masaryk University, founded in 1919 and named after the first president of Czechoslovakia, has played a vital role in shaping the city’s identity and academic landscape.
In this lecture, I will guide you through the historical evolution of both the city and the university, with a special focus on the Faculty of Sports Studies and the development of psychology as a field within Masaryk University. From the early days of nation-building to today’s interdisciplinary research and international collaboration, we will explore how these institutions grow and adapt, and how they shape the students and researchers they host. The session offers both personal insight and professional context, encouraging further exchange and cooperation.
Event link:
Chinese：https://www.csr.ntnu.edu.tw/index.php/en/2025/07/15/2025-07-15-01/
English：https://www.csr.ntnu.edu.tw/index.php/en/2025/07/15/2025-07-15-03/
Lecture [2]:
Time: July 31, 2025 (Thur.), 17:30-18:30
Venue: Room 003, 3F, Gym, Heping Campus I, National Taiwan Normal University.
Title: Studying the Freeze Response: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Acute Stress Through Scenarios, Physiology, and Brain Imaging
Abstract:
What happens in the body and brain when someone freezes under pressure? This lecture presents an interdisciplinary research project exploring the freeze response as a specific reaction to acute stress. Our methodology combines scenario-based simulations with psychological questionnaires, expert behavioral evaluation, functional MRI, and selected physiological indicators. By creating high-stakes yet safe experimental environments, we aim to understand how individuals experience stress, how their coping strategies influence reactions, and how these patterns are reflected in both neural activity and physiological responses. The lecture will provide a transparent walkthrough of our design choices, data collection process, and the challenges of capturing complex human reactions in a controlled research setting.
Event link:
Chinese：https://www.csr.ntnu.edu.tw/index.php/en/2025/07/15/2025-07-15-02/
English：https://www.csr.ntnu.edu.tw/index.php/en/2025/07/15/2025-07-15-04/
