Andrea Zajacová
Transplant Pulmonologist & PhD Fellow
Dr. Andrea Zajacová is a dedicated medical doctor at the Prague Lung Transplant Program, Motol University Hospital, where she oversees the care of all lung transplant patients. A graduate of Charles University's 2nd Faculty of Medicine (2LF), Dr. Zajacová has made significant contributions to the field through both clinical practice and research, with numerous scientific publications focused on lung transplant rejection and strategies to prevent it. Passionate about the intersection of time and care, she is committed to ensuring that every breath a patient takes post-transplant is a step toward a healthier, fuller life.
Jan Střecha
Director of Marketing at Rekola
Jan Střecha is the Director of Marketing at Rekola, a leading bike-sharing company driving the cycling revolution in cities across the Czech Republic. With a background in public relations and marketing from Charles University, Jan has been instrumental in promoting sustainable urban mobility through creative and impactful campaigns.
Kateřina Štěpánková
Postdoctoral Researcher Neuroscientist
Kateřina Štěpánková is a neuroscientist at the Institute of Experimental Medicine, where she is pioneering groundbreaking research in gene therapy and potential drug treatments aimed at restoring motor function in spinal cord injury patients. Named one of Forbes Czech Republic's 2024 30 Under 30 most influential people, Kateřina’s work is shaping the future of neurological treatment.
Rozárie Haškovcová
Environmental Advocate
Rozárie Haškovcová is an environmental advocate dedicated to raising awareness and mobilizing action for the protection of our planet. With a background in environmental politics from Charles University, Rozárie began her journey at the young age of six, driven by a deep anxiety about the future. Early on, she took small steps to conserve energy, such as refusing to turn on the car radio, mistakenly believing that it would save the planet—an innocent yet poignant beginning to a lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship. Over the years, Rozárie has developed a keen understanding of more systematic and effective solutions for environmental protection.
Zuzana Ozaniak Střížová
Associate Professor, M.D., Ph.D. in Clinical Immunology & Researcher
Associate Professor Zuzana Ozaniak Strizová is a clinical immunologist and leader of a pioneering research group in tumor immunology at the 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University. With numerous highly cited publications and recognition as an influential educator, she actively promotes onco-immunology and psychoneuroimmunology through lectures and interviews. Dr. Ozaniak Strizová manages a wide range of conditions in her clinical practice and serves as an invited speaker and chairman in immuno-oncology at international conferences. She authored the book "Immunity in Questions and Answers" and has received several prestigious awards, including the L'Oréal-UNESCO Women in Science Award.