Spiders, birds and surprising stories from the natural world. Come along to the seminars organised by the Department of Biology

How do the sex chromosomes of spiders work? And why can brown coal mines serve as a refuge for endangered birds? On Tuesday 27 October 2026, the Department of Biology at the Faculty of Science, UJEP, invites students, academic staff and other interested parties to two specialist lectures presenting interesting topics in contemporary biological research. The seminars will take place from 12:00 in Room 103 of the CBEO building at UJEP on Za Válcovnou Street.

The lectures form part of the Department of Biology’s seminar series, during which colleagues and guests present their academic and research work. The events are open not only to biology students, but also to students from other disciplines, academics and anyone else interested in the topics.

On the sex chromosomes of spiders

Mgr. Martin Forman, from the Department of Genetics and Microbiology at the Faculty of Science, Charles University, will present the evolutionary cytogenetics of spiders and other arachnids. The lecture will explore the stories behind their sex chromosomes and offer an insight into the world of evolution at the level of genetic information.

Birds in large brown coal mines in the Most region and falcons on man-made structures

Mgr. Václav Beran will focus on birds in environments that, at first glance, we would not consider to be their habitats. Large brown coal mines can provide a habitat for certain endangered species, whilst industrial chimneys and other tall structures offer nesting sites for peregrine falcons and saker falcons. The lecture will show how birds are adapting to changes in the human environment.

Practical information

When: Tuesday 27 October 2026 from 12:00

Where: Room 103, CBEO UJEP, Za Válcovnou

Come and broaden your horizons, learn about our colleagues’ research and discover fascinating connections within the natural world.