Research & Publications

The last couple of years were key for UNYP and its transformation into an institution heavily focused on research activities and projects. Its faculty members devote a considerable amount of their time to research including publishing and participation in European and international projects. UNYP engages in research collaboration with various international partners as well. 

Iveta Hlouchová

The person responsible for leading UNYP institution-wide research and for developing and managing existing UNYP research portfolio is our research manager, Dr. Iveta Hlouchová. She coordinates research activities and projects with School Research Leads (SRLs), manages relations between UNYP and funding institutions/agencies, and maintains relationships with research partners and potential collaborators and funding supporters. Dr. Hlouchova oversees the UNYP research output database and relevant RIV input, approves individual Research Reward and Support applications, and coordinates as appropriate with the Czech Ministry of Education. UNYP’s research manager also coordinates activties related to research opportunities in the Czech Republic and local region relevant to each UNYP school and organizes research events and conferences at UNYP.  

Contact: ihlouchova@unyp.cz  

UNYP Research Vision 2024-2029

The University of New York in Prague (UNYP) presents its Research Vision for the next 5 years, focused on fostering interdisciplinary research, regional engagement, and societal impact. This vision emphasizes international collaboration and purpose-driven research to address real-world challenges. This vision serves as a concise yet dynamic guide, propelling UNYP towards a future where research and education converge for a positive impact.

The entire text of the UNYP Research Vision 2024-2029 can be found here:

Research Centers

To foster an environment where cutting-edge research can take place and flourish, UNYP operates four research centers. Individual research centers complement the research and teaching activities of UNYP schools. Innovative interdisciplinary research with its key pillars of critical analytical, reflective thinking and values of democracy and open society are cultivated and promoted. UNYP research centers also help raise UNYP’s international profile and visibility through building constructive, long-lasting partnerships with regional and international partners.

The research centers:

• School of Business and IT Research Center
• Centre for the Study of Media and Communication (CSMC)
• School of International Relations Research Center
• School of Psychology Research Center

For more information:

• Publications repository
• Research resources and facilities