Discover the research professionals of the Faculty of Civil Engineering at CTU. This section presents our scientists who are prepared to engage in international partnerships and contribute their expertise to ambitious research initiatives. Each profile highlights key competencies, project achievements, and direct contact details – making it easier for global partners to identify the right expert for their consortium. We invite you to explore our academic community and connect with specialists ready to elevate your project with their knowledge in civil engineering and related disciplines.
radoslav.sovjak@cvut.cz
+420 776 595 587
Experimental Center
I am a professor at the Experimental Centre of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Czech Technical University in Prague, and Director of the National Centre for Construction 4.0 (NCS 4.0) at the Czech Institute of Informatics, Robotics and Cybernetics (CIIRC CTU).
My research targets advanced construction materials, digitalization, and construction robotics that improve the safety, resilience, and sustainability of buildings. I develop and test special concretes for extreme loads such as impact, blast, and dynamic mechanical stress, linking fundamental ateriál science with real-world applications and automated/robotic construction methods.
I have led or co-led numerous national and international projects, producing widely cited journal publications and 15 patents granted in the Czech Republic and the United States. As a member of the Government’s Civil Engineering advisory body, I help shape national R&D priorities and promote smart materials, automation, and robotics in construction.
Orcid: 0000-0001-6165-1251
Relevant European Projects
Towards the next generation of standards for service life of cement-based materials and structures
2014 to 2018 | Grant
European Cooperation in Science and Technology (Brussels, BE)
URL: https://www.tu1404.eu/
GRANT_NUMBER: COST Action TU1404
Relevant National Projects
New generation sandwich constructions for increasing the safety of critical infrastructure objects
2021-01-01 to 2024-12-31 | Grant
Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (Prague, CZ)
URL: https://app.dimensions.ai/details/grant/grant.9722585
GRANT_NUMBER: FW03010141
Analysis of influence of electromagnetic field on behaviour of fibre reinforcement in cementitious composite
2020-01-01 to 2022-12-31 | Grant
Czech Science Foundation (Prague, CZ)
URL: https://app.dimensions.ai/details/grant/grant.9391633
GRANT_NUMBER: GA20-00624S
Research and development of a high-load bearing deformation block and its production process in order to increase the traffic safety
2019-01-01 to 2021-12-31 | Grant
Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (Prague, CZ)
URL: https://app.dimensions.ai/details/grant/grant.8863998
GRANT_NUMBER: TH04010066
Links outside Academia
Construction companies across the Czech Republic
jiri.nemecek@fsv.cvut.cz
+420 224 354 309
Department of Mechanics
Materials science in civil engineering, micromechanics, materials characterization (mainly cementitious composites, fly-ash, FRC, HPC, novel metallic structures) using advanced experimental techniques (Nanoindentation, AFM, SEM, FIB), microstructure description, multi-scale modeling and applications of novel nano/micro-scale materials, materials modifications to increase structural integrity and durability.
Orcid: 0000-0002-3565-8182
WoS publications=95, citations: 1357, h-index: 20
Relevant European Projects
EURAD Chemo-Mechanical AGIng of Cementitious materials (MAGIC) 2020-2024 (team member)
V4-Japan Joint Research Program on Advanced Materials (MŠMT 8F15004) 2015-2018 „Multi scale model of the laser dieless drawing process of tubes from hardly deformable magnesium alloys“ (389 k€, co-PI)
Relevant National Projects
Czech Science Foundation (CSF) “Nanomechanical performance of cementitious composites under radiation impact and variable environmental actions”, 2023-2025, PI, 8.5 M CZK
CSF “Microstructural investigation and simulation of coupled physical fields in concrete due to electromigration treatments”, 2021-2024, PI, 10.2 M CZK
Czech Technology Agency “ Microstructural modification of self-compacting concretes for formwork pressures reduction „, 2020-2023, co-PI, 17.4 M CZK.
CSF “ Small-scale fracturing of amorphous and crystalline materials assessed with nanoindentation and focused ion beam'“, 2017-19, PI, budget 7 M CZK.
CSF „Rehabilitation of Reinforced Concrete Structures by Simultaneous Chloride Removal and Nanoparticle Injection“, 2016-18, PI, budget 7 M CZK.
Links outside Academia
Skanska (international construction company)
My research centers on the development of protective structures and energy-absorbing cellular systems, encompassing their design, fabrication, and performance evaluation. I also investigate the resistance of laminated glass and cementitious composite panels to low- and high-velocity impacts, as well as blast loading. My work integrates advanced experimental techniques with high-fidelity numerical modeling to ensure robust, reliable outcomes.
Orcid: 0000-0003-1686-6231
Relevant National Projects
I have participated in multiple research projects funded by national agencies, including four Czech Science Foundation (GAČR) grants (GA25-16071S, GA23-06352S, GA22-15553S, GA19-15326S).
Two grants from the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (FW03010141, TH04010066), one from the Czech Ministry of Defence (OYCVUT2023001), and one from the Czech Ministry of the Interior (VI20172020061).
Open to coordinate a scientific project carried out by an international consortium.
+420 608 269 885
Experimental Center
I specialize in material and structural engineering. My academic research focused primarily on the development and production of lightweight refractory cement composites.
I have also worked on the use of secondary raw materials in construction, the research and design of high-performance fibre-reinforced concrete, and the diagnostics of building materials and structures.
In my current position, I investigate the mechanical and physical properties of construction materials and structural elements. I have extensive experience in laboratory testing as well as applied research and development. I am highly motivated to contribute to the development and innovation of construction materials and products and to further advance my scientific and technical expertise.
Orcid: 0000-0001-5930-4277
Relevant International Projects
Additionally, I completed a one-year research stay at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (Japan), Laboratory of Prof. T. Kuwabara, focused on experimental mechanics and advanced material testing.
Relevant National Projects
I have contributed as a member of research teams to several successful European-oriented projects. These include TA ČR DOPRAVA 2030 (2024-2026), focused on optimizing ecoduct construction using UHPC–concrete composites and secondary materials;
TA ČR DOPRAVA 2020+ projects (2022-2025 and 2021-2023) on implementing monolithic TBM tunnel linings and improving their reliability through information modelling;
and the GAČR project (2020-2022) investigating physical and chemical processes in low-cement heat-resistant composites.
Open to coordinate a scientific project carried out by an international consortium.
proděkan pro vědu a výzkum
Zapálený hobby běžec, užívá si i turistiku, rád vyráží do přírody a zejména do hor. Také včelaří, na fakultě organizuje včelařský kroužek (CTU Bees), takže máme svůj originální fakultní med.
