Laboratory of Genetically Modified Plants

Basic research is focused on plant physiology and anatomy, ecophysiology, biochemistry and the biophysics of photosynthesis. The objectives of the applied research are the study of the thermal stress physiology of plants and photosynthetic microorganisms, the development of thermotolerant strains for biotechnological applications and the research of the cuticle sheet as a transport barrier for agrochemicals.

Characteristics

Offer of services

1 / cultivation of genetically modified micro-organisms in suspension in a content of individual batches of 10 L and plants in hydroponic culture to 14 m² of areas cultivated under controlled conditions (spectral composition of light, temperature, atmospheric composition).

2 / gravimetric quantification and determination of the biomass yield of photosynthetic activity of genetically modified plants by measuring the gas exchange (O₂, CO₂)

3 / permeability testing of the surface of the leaves of plants (cuticle) for water (wetting effects) and agrochemicals

Future (with an emphasis on applied research)

Our competence in plant physiology research and technical support for the use of genetically modified organisms creates a complete platform for cooperation with the commercial sector in the field of plant biotechnology.

Contact information

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Faculty: Department of Experimental Plant Biology
Address:

USB Faculty of Sciences, Branišovská 31, 370 05 České Budějovice

Registration No.:
Tel.: +420605430008
Fax:
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IRMS mass spectrometer

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Faculty: Department of Experimental Plant Biology
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout

Tel.: +420 38777 6262
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Instrument

Manufacturer:
Number of pieces: 1
Year of production:
Usage:

Spectrometry is used for determining the isotope ratios of the individual elements in the sample (isotope-ratio mass spectrometry).

Specifications

Here are the prices and the use of the device:

http://kebr.prf.jcu.cz/?act=21

Manual:

Various

Extern: No

Transfer: No

Terms of lease:

Department of Experimental Plant Biology

Who are we?

The Department of Plant Physiology mainly deals with the education of master's and doctoral students in the fields of experimental biology, specialization physiology and plant anatomy.

What do we do and for whom?

The main directions of research activities

• photosynthesis of higher plants, algae and cyanobacteria

• the interactions between plants and the atmosphere (gas exchange and its regulation, development and function of stomata, stress physiology)

• the water regime of plants (structure and function of leaf cuticle, hydraulic architecture of plants, plant water use efficiency)

• the structure of protein complexes in thylakoid membranes

• the application of stable isotopes as a tool for research in biology and ecology

• instrument development and new detection methods in plant physiology

Why do we exist?

The department ensures the master’s study program Experimental Biology (specialization in plant physiology) and in the framework of the doctoral program Physiology and Immunology it ensures the field Physiology and Developmental Biology, specialization of Plant Physiology. Within the bachelor’s programs, it coordinates student dissertations focused on plant physiology and anatomy, ecophysiology, biochemistry and biophysics of photosynthesis and on biomembranal processes. We try to contribute to the acquisition of new knowledge in experimental biology. The main directions of research activities are: photosynthesis of higher plants and algae, the development and function of stomata, the water regime of plants, the structure of protein complexes and changes in their arrangement in biomembranes, the interaction of plants and the environment and the development of new detection devices and methods for plant physiology.

What are our aims?

The aim of our work is understanding the basic processes and mechanisms that regulate plant growth and development, and the interaction between terrestrial vegetation, phytoplankton and the Earth's atmosphere. To do this, we use modern biophysical and biochemical methods, including stable isotope techniques. Part of the research and education of students is the cooperation with research institutes in Europe, America and Australia. The aim is the competitively capable basic and applied research of the scientific and teaching staff of the department, as well as students leading to new knowledge in the field.

Where to find us?

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Contact information

Address:

Branišovská 31a,

České Budějovice

Registration No.: 60076658
Tel.: +420 387772353
Fax: +420 387772371
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Web: http://kebr.prf.jcu.cz/

Mass spectrometry

Laboratory of Genetically Modified Plants

Lectures on restoration ecology

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout
Tel.: +420 38777 6262
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Specifications

The lectures can be organized directly on the spot that the customer wants. The time range and exact content are up to agreement with the customer. It can also be combined with excursions.

The lectures can be thematically focus on the aforementioned individual sites (abandoned fields, degraded meadows, sites disturbed by mining and other industrial activities, disturbed river systems, degraded forests or landscape) or sum up the whole issue in one lecture.

This service is especially useful for companies responsible for damage to the landscape and / or for subsequent reclamation (mining companies, the agricultural sector). Lectures can also be held for schools, scientific circles and eco-centers.

The work can be paid for as other personnel costs or as a service (business license).

Sample:http://ziva.avcr.cz/data/pdf/2010-05-17-16-09-50-9d82fc568961a365723f319bdeace266.pdf

Conditions

The price depends on the length of the lecture. Travel is paid separately

The number of people at the lecture is limited only by the capacity of the room.

Guided excursions to restored sites

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout
Tel.: +420 38777 6262
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Specifications

The site of excursions must be arranged in advance depending on the desired location (abandoned fields, degraded meadows, places disturbed by mining or other industrial activities, disturbed river systems, degraded forests or landscapes). The expert may recommend a site around the place that the customer prefers. Excursions may be half a day - several days.

As part of the excursion it is possible to demonstrate both successful and unsuccessful reclamation.

This service is especially useful for companies responsible for damage to the landscape and / or for subsequent reclamation (mining companies, the agricultural sector). Lectures can also be held for schools, scientific circles and eco-centers.

The work can be paid for as other personnel costs or as a service (business license).

Sample:

Conditions

The price depends on the length of the excursion. Travel is paid separately

For one leader there should a maximum group of 15 to 20 persons.

Guided excursions to restored sites

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout
Tel.: +420 38777 6262
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Specifications

The site of excursions must be arranged in advance depending on the desired location (abandoned fields, degraded meadows, places disturbed by mining or other industrial activities, disturbed river systems, degraded forests or landscapes). The expert may recommend a site around the place that the customer prefers. Excursions may be half a day - several days.

As part of the excursion it is possible to demonstrate both successful and unsuccessful reclamation.

This service is especially useful for companies responsible for damage to the landscape and / or for subsequent reclamation (mining companies, the agricultural sector). Lectures can also be held for schools, scientific circles and eco-centers.

The work can be paid for as other personnel costs or as a service (business license).

Sample:

Conditions

The price depends on the length of the excursion. Travel is paid separately

For one leader there should a maximum group of 15 to 20 persons.

Leadership of botanical excursions

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout
Tel.: +420 38777 6262
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Specifications

An excursion can be organized directly at the site that the customer wants or the botanist can recommend an area around the place that the customer prefers. It may be half a day - several days.

Within the framework of an excursion you can learn about both basic and common plants as well as difficult groups of plants. The situation with and the dangers of invasive plants can be discussed. The level of difficulty must be arranged in advance so that we can choose a suitable leader.

This service is especially suitable for schools, scientific circles and eco-centers, but can also be used for both Czech tourist clubs or farms.

The work can be paid for as other personnel costs or as a service (business license).

Sample:http://botanika.bf.jcu.cz/exkurze.php

Conditions

The price depends on the length of the excursion. Travel is paid separately

For one botanist there should a maximum group of 15 to 20 participants.

Design of the suitable management of sites damaged by human activities or natural disasters

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout
Tel.: +420 38777 6262
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Specifications

Unfortunately for us, the expensive technical reclamation of disturbed sites: the reclamation of 1 ha of mine disposal sites or sand quarries costs about 1.5 mil. CZK (excluding aftercare)

1992 - 2008 the state expended 37 billion CZK on the "elimination of the consequences of mining activities", companies another 11 billion - with the greatest part going to reclamation

MOST OF THIS MONEY WAS NEEDLESSLY WASTED!

spontaneous ingrowth (spontaneous succession) of the disturbed sites leads to better results in most cases than a technical reclamation and is free! (exceptions: toxic sites, places where there is erosion or contamination of the surroundings, specially designated places - e.g. for recreation).

We will evaluate the most considerate proposal of management both to nature and to the financial resources of the investor.

The output is a proposal for the management of the site, a farm plan discussed with the farmer, or even a monitoring report with a list of plant species with commentary.

The work can be paid for as other personnel costs or as a service (business license).

Sample:

Conditions

Plant monitoring should be carried out in the growing season (preferably from June to August).

The price is contractual based on the extent and complexity of the work, given the greater expertise it is higher than with conventional monitoring.

Biological monitoring - evaluation of the status of sites damaged due to human or natural disasters

Place

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Street: Branišovská 31
City: České Budějovice

The guarantor

Name and surname: František Adamec, technological scout
Tel.: +420 38777 6262
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Specifications

The execution of the status monitoring of sites damaged by man is suitable for all the above sites (abandoned fields, degraded meadows, sites disturbed by mining and other industrial activities, disturbed river systems, degraded forests) for both private needs and the needs of conservation, thus, for example, specialized studies for grant and grant titles, farm plans, inventory surveys, etc.

According to the agreement with the client, 1-2 visits are performed, during which the assessment of the situation is carried out. The current state is compared with the situation before the intervention. If you lack the necessary documentation on the history of the area, at least the comparison with the unaffected surrounding localities with other locations of a similar type or using historical aerial photographs is performed (distance of suitable source of diasporas for recovery etc.).

The outcome is a monitoring report with a list of species with commentary (expert opinion, inventory report, etc.)

The work can be paid for as other personnel costs or as a service (business license).

Sample:http://ziva.avcr.cz/data/pdf/2010-05-17-16-09-50-9d82fc568961a365723f319bdeace266.pdf

Conditions

Monitoring must be carried out during the growing season, i.e. summer, and if the location requires, in the spring as well.

The price is contractual according to the scope and complexity of the work.

Restoration ecology - Ecological renewal

Characteristics

• Restoration of the landscape

• Restoration of abandoned fields

• Restoration of sites disturbed by mining and other industrial activities

• Restoring river ecosystems (e.g. flood protection)

• Restoration of degraded meadows

• Recovering natural forest composition

Where to find us?

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Contact information

University: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Botany
Address:

FS of the University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice

Registration No.: 60076658
Tel.: +420605430008
Fax:
E-mail:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Web: http://botanika.prf.jcu.cz/restoration/