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Algae and cyanobacteria in the context of sustainable development
Shevchuk, Anastasiya ; Rynda, Ivan (advisor) ; Šturma, Jan (referee)
The subject of the thesis is the potential of microscopic algae and cyanobacteria and its research at the ALGATECH Center, Institute of Microbiology, Czech Academy of Sciences. The theoretical part of the thesis presents the potential uses of algae and cyanobacteria, including situating the potential within the context of sustainable development. Furthermore, concepts such as science and research, normal and post-normal science, basic and applied research are defined. To understand the issues, key factors influencing science in the Czech environment are also illuminated. The aim of this qualitative research is to gain insight into the research and cultivation of microscopic algae and cyanobacteria. To thoroughly understand the complexity of the issue, the thesis poses additional research questions concerning factors influencing the cultivation and research of microscopic algae and cyanobacteria. These questions are answered through data collection via semi-structured interviews and documents. The collected data are sorted and analyzed using framework analysis. Keywords: microscopic algae, cyanobacteria, science, research, basic research, applied research, sustainable development, fluid science.
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Planting flowers in harmony with sustainable development in Czech Republic
Škobisová, Markéta ; Rynda, Ivan (advisor) ; Kolářová, Marta (referee)
This diploma thesis concerns the topic of growing cut flowers, with a focus on trading with them and the forms of this trade. The thesis is divided into two parts. In the theoretical part, literature research is conducted, where the pitfalls of the flower market are outlined and floral certifications are introduced. As part of the practical part, I am engaged in researching the consumer behaviour of customers buying cut flowers.The research aims to map the awareness of the Czech public about flower trading and its related aspects to see if further education would help improve the situation.First, expert interviews are performed, and based on these interviews, a questionnaire is designed for the broader public, which serves as a probe into whether the established results of expert interviews have a basis in a wider reality. The research shows that Czech consumers of cut flowers are not very informed in this area and ethical or ecological topics are not of much interest to them when purchasing flowers.Only the Fairtrade brand is known to them, but they do not take it into account when buying flowers.However, the situation has improved over the years, and it turns out that if the topic of sustainable flower cultivation is presented to customers appropriately, it piques their interest. The research...
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How to reduce overheating in Czech towns and village
Hermanová, Veronika ; Kučerová, Zdeňka (referee) ; Pavlovský, Tomáš (advisor)
The aim of this bachelor thesis is to point out raising temperature and climate changes in towns and villages in the Czech Republic. It focuses on the impact of climate changes on health of population as well as impact on public places. It analyses and proposes all possible conceptual solutions to support sustainable development and reduction of the climate impact. The target is to indicate measures of help to nature that will navigate to positive response on the climate changes on streets and public places to achieve comfortable living in the build-up area. Part of the bachelor thesis is personal proposal for the modification of the given public space in the town of Valasske Mezirici, to which individual measures are specifically projected.
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Analysis of already revitalized brownfield in the Czech Republic
Pilčíková, Adéla ; Landa, Karel (referee) ; Pavlovský, Tomáš (advisor)
The subject of the bachelor's thesis is "Analysis of a Revitalized Brownfield in the Czech Republic." The thesis is divided into two parts. The first, theoretical part, focuses on introducing the concept of brownfields, their history, the perspective on revitalization in the Czech Republic and neighboring countries, and an analysis of their frequency within the republic. In the second, practical part, specific analyses of a selected brownfield from various perspectives are conducted — urbanistic, ecological, economic, and sociological. Furthermore, suitable uses and future development of the site are outlined, considering current trends in sustainability, smart and developing cities, as well as potential infill or structural modifications.
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The Ideal City Nitra: The Klokočina Central Zone
Ďurčovič, Martin ; Csanda, Milan (referee) ; Kratochvíl, Jan (advisor)
The research objective of my diploma thesis is to identify and examine the potential of the central zone of the Klokočina housing estate in Nitra City through a spatial study. I work with the urban development concept proposed in the city zoning plan, which I thoroughly analyse and further develop. The main emphasis of the work is on creating a quality public space and promoting socially sustainable ways of future building development. I design new urban spaces and the subsequent urban building structure that shapes the new urban spaces. The proposed spatial study can serve the city of Nitra as a quality reference material for decision-making in the territory and spatial planning, which provides sustainable urban development.
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The Sustainable City: The Žižka Barracks in České Budějovice
Petečuk, Ondřej ; Zemen, Luboš (referee) ; Kratochvíl, Jan (advisor)
The subject of the diploma thesis is the proposal for the transformation of the former Žižkov barracks complex in České Budějovice. The area is located near the historical core. Currently, the complex is inaccessible to the public, and almost all buildings are vacant. The ensemble of buildings is not a cultural monument. The architectural-urbanistic study proposes a multifunctional urban development in the area. The theories of Aldo Rossi, Jan Gehl, and David Sim are applied in the urban design. The aim was to create conditions for construction that support the circular economy of building structures. The concept of these principles is demonstrated in the design of a community center building. Economic, social, and ecological values of the project are compared in the conclusion.
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Social Impacts in Transport in the Aspect of the Circular Economy
KNÍŽETOVÁ, Alexandra
The aim of the work was to evaluate selected social impacts of transport in the aspect of the circular economy based on the performed analysis. Selected impacts include GDP, emissions and energy consumption in road freight transport. The fourth variable of the analysis is the transport performance of this transport. The research question focuses on the long-term links between the monitored variables, grouped into pairs. The chosen methodological procedure assesses the presence of a cointegrating relationship as a long-term link between variables. The strongest links were recorded between energy consumption and transport performance, and between emissions and transport performance. This results in a proposal to improve the situation, which is based on the principles of the circular economy, specifically on the preference for combined transport with lower energy and emission demands.
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Food waste and food banks in the selected region
SCHULDESOVÁ, Simona
The bachelor's thesis examines food waste and food banks in the region, focusing on the approach of large supermarkets and organizations. The theoretical part focuses on sustainable development and its pillars. The aim is to assess whether large chains are effectively cooperating with food banks, to examine the current conditions of cooperation and to predict future results. The practical part includes interviews with representatives of supermarkets and food banks, exploring current steps to reduce food waste and identifying their visions and plans for the future. The bachelor's thesis emphasizes the importance of the topic and presents the attitude of organizations to the issue of food waste.
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Methodology of text creation in open an internet space for higher education through e-learning
Dlouhá, Jana|orcid:0000-0002-9660-5594|researcherid:I-7773-2014|scopus:55939518800 ; Braniš, Martin|orcid:|researcherid:|scopus: ; Dlouhý, Jiří|orcid:0000-0002-5040-9395|researcherid:I-7566-2014|scopus:56193033400 ; Jančaříková, Kateřina|orcid:0000-0003-4339-9990|researcherid:H-6002-2011|scopus:56193278900 ; Jančařík, Antonín|orcid:0000-0003-3331-2396|researcherid:H-2048-2011|scopus:6508329988
The methodology is intended to provide a framework for the use of open web space as a tool for teaching students at the university level, in e-learning or blended learning courses, and in various disciplines with an active and problem-oriented learning component which is desirable from the perspective of education for sustainable development. The virtual space (Wiki), the so-called "social web", provides an interactive environment and supports social skills such as cooperation, self-expression, and communication. This particular methodology is based on the concept of "academic literacy" where students develop their skills along with the writing process. MediaWiki software was used to stimulate meta-cognitive skills, the organization of the writing process, and critical thinking (with regard to resources); a model for an academic environment was presented there. Instructions available in the wiki support pre-writing, a resource search, the writing of a literature review & annotation, posing a research question, developing of text, and peer review. The method proved to be useful in practice; it provided evidence of student work and the results are available for future generations of students.
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