Mendel University in Brno

Comparative evaluation of four household food‑waste composting systems for decentralized circular waste management

Abstract The study evaluated four household food waste composting systems using replicated trials ( n = 3 per device) with standardized feedstock loads to compare temperature dynamics, physicochemical parameters, compost maturity, and microbiological safety. Although electric uni...

Effect of turmeric and baical skullcap-based feed additive on amino acid digestibility, energy metabolisation and performance of broiler chickens

This preliminary study aimed to evaluate the effect of blending Baical Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) and Turmeric (Curcuma longa) extracts as feed additives on nutrient digestibility, metabolisable energy, and broiler chickens’ performance. A phytogenic additive containing a...

Bioaccumulative Response of Quercus robur L. to a Soil Sodification Gradient in a Central European Floodplain Forest

Under ongoing climate change and increasing land-use intensity, understanding the response of different tree species to soil sodification and salinization is essential for sustainable forest management. In this study, we evaluated the content of Na, Cl−, Fe, Mn, and SO42− in the...

Climate Change and Wine Acidity: From Chemistry to Biotechnology

Climate change accelerates grape ripening, intensifies malic acid degradation, and promotes potassium accumulation, which results in lower acidity and increased pH in musts and wines. This review summarizes the mechanisms underlying these changes and critically evaluates the avai...

Debris cloud redirection in origami-inspired foldcore structures under hypervelocity impact: a review

The increasing population of micrometeoroids and orbital debris (MMOD) has intensified the need for lightweight and efficient shielding systems capable of withstanding hypervelocity impacts (HVI). Conventional shielding concepts, such as Whipple shields and honeycomb or foam-core...

Work ability configurations and conditional HR decision premises: a programme-oriented framework for age management

Purpose Ageing workforces require organisations to decide what to prioritise when older workers' work abilities differ. This article develops the Cyclical Meaning Pattern of Abilities (CMPA) as a programme-oriented human resource (HR) decision heuristic. CMPA conceptualises how c...

Ecohydrological methods for characterizing groundwater dependence of terrestrial ecosystems to support sustainable water resources management: A review

A strategic plan for groundwater use must integrate ecological, social, and economic dimensions. This is essential to maintain a sustainable balance between human demands and the ecological water requirements (EWRs) of groundwater-dependent ecosystems (GDEs). Given limited ground...

Persistent ecological legacies of abandoned settlements determine vegetation diversity decades after abandonment

Abstract A botanical survey combining phytosociological relevés with a complete inventory of vascular plant species was conducted in six villages in the Czech Republic abandoned at various times and for different reasons after World War II. Vegetation classification, multivariate...

Upscaling strategies for atmospheric‑pressure plasma treatment of recycled PET flakes for particleboard adhesion

The intrinsically poor adhesion between recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) flakes and wood particles limits their use in particleboard manufacturing. This study investigates atmospheric‑pressure plasma activation as a scalable approach to enhance interfacial adhesion in PE...

Allometric models to estimate aboveground biomass of Pinus tecunumanii shade trees growing in agroforestry coffee systems

Abstract Accurate estimation of carbon stocks has become increasingly important considering the global need to understand and mitigate climate change. Species-specific allometric equations are essential tools for obtaining precise estimates of tree biomass, enabling simple and re...

Infrared Thermal Imaging and Blood and Faecal Cortisol Measurements for Stress Assessment in Rabbits During Blood Sampling

Background: This study evaluated physiological responses to repeated handling and blood collection in laboratory rabbits using infrared thermography, serum cortisol, and faecal cortisol metabolites (FCMs), and assessed responses in non-handled rabbits housed in the same room. Met...

Income convergence with the developed world: sub-Saharan African countries v Central and Eastern European countries

Abstract Our paper assesses income convergence of 46 sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries and 10 Central and Eastern European (CEE-10) countries with the USA. We apply multidimensional approaches comprising beta, sigma and convergence clubs. The beta convergence approach examines...

Overview of the re‐evaluation of trace elements as nutritional feed additives in the European Union : characterization, safety, and efficacy

The re-evaluation of feed additives in the European Union was outlined in the Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003. The primary objectives were to ensure safety and verify efficacy, as well as to update authorizations and phase out unsafe additives or those in which the industry expresse...

Removing wolves did not reliably prevent domestic animal losses

Abstract Humans usually try to kill wild animals that they perceive as threats. However, many scientific findings have raised doubts that killing solves wildlife damage to property. With scant, low‐quality data, uncertainty persists. We reviewed recent studies of killing gray wol...

Trusted micro-credentials: issuance and verification with blockchain technology

Purpose This article proposes a methodology for issuing academic micro-credentials that remain verifiable after the issuing institution ceases to exist. Existing blockchain credentialing systems still require HTTP calls to the issuer's infrastructure during verification, which fa...