Palacký University Olomouc

STP UP is a part of the Palacký University Rector’s Office (UP). It provides a support to the university’s departments throughout the process of technology transfer ranging from consultations to ensure intellectual property protection and management of IP database through the management of proof-of-concept projects, market analysis, correct targeting of research, information basis for license negotiation and the creation of spin-off companies up to business planning and investment in the development of business activities associated with UP outputs. It is also a link between companies and UP, providing the right teams for the cooperation in a wide range of disciplines. It also provides a support for entrepreneurship at supraregional level through the care of an entrepreneurial community, business incubator and accelerator program.

Palacký University Olomouc is a college with a long tradition. It was founded in the 16th century and is the oldest university in Moravia and the second oldest in the Czech Republic. At present, it is a modern educational institution with a wide range of study fields and a wealth of scientific activities. It has eight faculties with 22,000 students. Palacký University is ranked among the best Czech universities according to international rankings.