Deepening Taiwan-Czech Academic Ties and Expanding Future Collaboration-UAAT Delegation Visits Interested Czech University (ICU)
The group photo of the UAAT delegation, Vice-Rector Iveta Šimberová and faculty of Brno University of Technology
On November 2, 2024, a delegation from the University Academic Alliance in Taiwan (UAAT) led by UAAT Secretariat, traveled to the Czech Republic for a five-day academic visit from November 4 to November 8. The delegation, comprising representatives from 12 member universities, visited five prestigious institutions within the Interested Czech University1 (ICU) alliance: Masaryk University, Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Technical University in Prague, Charles University, and Brno University of Technology. These visits facilitated in-depth academic exchanges and opened new avenues for sustainable collaboration and development in technological innovation, humanities, and arts.
The group photo of the UAAT delegation, Rector Dr. Martin Bareš, Vice-Rector Dr. Petr Suchý and faculty of Masaryk University
This visit aims to foster mutual understanding through formal meetings, discussions, and introductory presentations showcasing the unique strengths of the 12 UAAT member universities. It also includes exchanges on collaborative projects and visits to ICU's featured centers and institutions.
Additionally, the UAAT Fair featured a short talk by the secretariat, highlighting international exchange and cooperation programs promoted by Taiwan’s government. The event included booths and poster displays, providing a platform for representatives from the 12 member universities to engage in face-to-face discussions with Czech faculty and students. These interactions will help introduce collaborative exchange programs and opportunities, strengthening international academic partnerships and talent development.
Formal Meetings
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| Dr. Huey-Jen Su, Distinguished Professor, Office of Strategic Planning, UAAT, extended greetings to the hosting university |
Masaryk University |
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| Palacký University Olomouc |
Czech Technical University in Prague |
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| Charles University |
Brno University of Technology |
Visit to Featured Centers/Institutions
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| Simulation Centre, CEITEC, Masaryk University |
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| Division for International Cooperation, Palacký University Olomouc |
Mandarin Language Program, Palacký University Olomouc |
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| Laboratory of Additive Technologies, Czech Technical University in Prague |
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| Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University |
Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University |
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| Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Brno University of Technology |
Introduction of International Integrated Collaboration Projects
As the coordinating university for the "Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences" field within the UAAT and Czech ICU collaboration, National Chengchi University (NCCU), along with National Tsing Hua University (NTHU), which leads the "Engineering and Technology" field, introduced the International Integrated collaboration projects during visits to five Czech universities. This showcased Taiwan’s strengths in the humanities, social sciences, business, engineering, and technology. Together with other UAAT member universities, they highlighted the importance of Taiwan’s higher education in the global academic competition.
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Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
Professor Yi-Ning Chen, Vice President for International
Cooperation, NCCU
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Engineering and Technology
Chair Professor Sinn-wen Chen, NTHU
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UAAT Fair
A highlight of the trip was the UAAT Fairs held at the hosting university, where Czech students and faculty had the opportunity to connect directly with representatives from the 12 alliance universities. These events not only enhance Taiwan’s presence in the Czech academic community but also create opportunities for future bilateral and multilateral collaborations, strengthening international academic ties.
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| UAAT Executive Officer Chung-Chih Wu(Vice President for Research and Development, NTU) and Eva Voldřichová Beránková, Vice-Rector for International Affairs gave opening remarks for UAAT Fair. |
Czech students and faculty consulted directly with representatives from the 12 alliance universities. |
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Taiwan CbI Academy Prague Office jointly established by the National Applied Research Laboratories Taiwan Semiconductor Research Center (TSRI) and the Czech Technical University (CTU) is located at the Czech Technical University. (From the left are CTU Vice-Rector Ing. Radek Holý, CTU visits Professor Poki Chen and Professor Chin-Chin Tseng from National Taiwan Normal University)
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This visit provides UAAT members with valuable insights into the academic exchange needs and cooperation challenges faced by the Czech Republic and other European countries, further strengthening partnerships among Taiwanese universities.
On one hand, delegation representatives engaged in in-depth discussions with Czech scholars, recognizing the Czech Republic’s strengths in scientific research, education, cybersecurity, and environmental studies. These exchanges offer valuable perspectives on fostering closer transnational cooperation between Taiwan and the Czech Republic, paving the way for future collaborative achievements. On the other hand, the UAAT Fair provides a platform for direct interaction between delegation members and Czech faculty and students, significantly enhancing awareness of Taiwan’s higher education system. Notably, many Czech students expresses keen interest in studying in Taiwan, particularly in learning Mandarin and participating in academic exchanges—a promising sign for deeper academic collaboration.
Looking ahead, the UAAT Secretariat will continue to build on this momentum by seeking further exchange and cooperation opportunities with ICU member universities under the UAAT-ICU memorandum of cooperation, contributing to global academic development and fostering sustainable partnerships between Taiwan and the Czech Republic.
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1：The members of Interested Czech University (ICU) include Charles University、Metropolitan University Prague、University of Chemistry and Technology Prague、Technical University of Liberec, Skoda Auto University、University of Hradec Kralove、Palacký University Olomouc、Masaryk University、University of South Bohemia、University of West Bohemia in Pilsen、Mendel University in Brno、Brno University of Technology、College of Polytechnics、Czech Technical University in Prague.
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