BRT Director Hynek Roubík Recognised Among the World's Top 2% Most Influential Scientists in 2026
Assoc. Prof. Hynek Roubík, Ph.D., Director of the BioResources & Technology Division (BRT) and Dean of the Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences (FTZ) at the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, has been recognised among the world's top 2% most influential scientists in 2026 according to the Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% Scientists ranking. This international recognition highlights his scientific contributions and the growing global impact of research conducted at BRT and FTZ.
Hynek Roubík's research focuses on sustainable agriculture, circular bioeconomy, renewable energy, waste valorisation, climate resilience, and sustainable rural development. His work combines scientific research with practical applications, particularly in addressing environmental and socioeconomic challenges in low- and middle-income countries.
Throughout his career, he has established extensive international research collaborations across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. He has coordinated and contributed to numerous international research initiatives, including projects funded under the European Union's Horizon Europe programme.
Among these are BIO-CAPITAL, focusing on innovative financing mechanisms for biodiversity conservation; ADAPT-FIN, addressing private-sector investment in climate adaptation; OSIRIS, promoting Open Science, transparency, and research reproducibility; and COMUNIDAD, establishing a comprehensive framework for utilising Copernicus data in agriculture, forestry, and rural development in Latin America.
As the founder and Director of BRT, Hynek Roubík has played a central role in developing an internationally connected, multidisciplinary research team dedicated to advancing sustainable technologies and translating scientific knowledge into practical solutions. The division brings together researchers from diverse scientific and cultural backgrounds, fostering collaboration, innovation, and opportunities for early-career scientists.
“I am sincerely honoured by this recognition, but I see it primarily as a reflection of the remarkable people I have had the privilege to work with. Science is never an individual achievement. Behind every publication, project, and research result stands a team of dedicated colleagues, students, and international partners. I am particularly grateful to everyone at BRT and FTZ who contributes to our shared ambition of making science meaningful and impactful.” - Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hynek Roubík
The recognition represents another important milestone for BRT, reinforcing its commitment to scientific excellence, international cooperation, and research that responds to global sustainability challenges.
At BRT, scientific excellence is not an end in itself. It is a means of achieving something greater: science that changes the world for the better. Therefore, our motto is: Fearless minds, Endless potential.
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