In 2026, the Purkyně Foundation Fund continues its long-term commitment to supporting medical education and scientific activity. In the upcoming period, it offers the professional community two key initiatives – the traditional Spring Seminar and the 11th edition of the Publication Competition.
Spring Seminar 2026: Focus on Child and Adolescent Mental Health
This year’s Spring Seminar will take place on 19 May 2026 from 15:30 in a hybrid format under the title “Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology in Challenging Times.” The event is intended for physicians across all specialties and will address current challenges in the field of child and adolescent mental health.
The seminar will provide a platform for sharing expert knowledge as well as practical clinical experience. The programme will feature leading experts:
- Assoc. Prof. Iva Dudová, MD, PhD, Head of the Department of Child Psychiatry, 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University & Motol University Hospital
- Mgr. Markéta Mohaplová, Head of the Clinical Psychology Department, Motol University Hospital
Participation is free of charge, and registration is available via the Purkyně Foundation Fund website, where the detailed programme can also be found.
11th Publication Competition: Supporting Young Researchers
The Purkyně Foundation Fund has also announced the 11th edition of its Publication Competition, aimed at authors of scientific work in the field of medicine. The competition is intended for authors who published their work in professional journals before the age of 35, supporting the next generation of researchers.
The competition contributes to the advancement of medical disciplines and highlights the importance of high-quality scientific output for both clinical practice and the future of healthcare.
Detailed information on participation conditions is available on the Purkyně Foundation Fund website.
Association House supports these activities as part of its association management services. We are pleased to contribute to initiatives that foster professional development, education, and scientific excellence within the medical community.
