Libor Čapek

Libor Čapek Overview

Prof. Ing. Libor Čapek, Ph.D., is a distinguished figure in the world of chemistry and academia. His remarkable journey began with a childhood fascination with chemistry, leading him to pursue higher education and research in this field.

His educational path started at the Secondary Vocational School of Chemistry in Pardubice, Czech Republic. His passion for chemistry then led him to the Faculty of Chemistry and Technology (FChT) at the University of Pardubice. Here, he earned an engineering degree in the field of Technical Analytical and Physical Chemistry.

Between 2002 and 2005, Libor Čapek embarked on a significant research endeavor at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of Jaroslav Heyrovský. During this period, he completed his dissertation, a substantial academic achievement that he successfully defended in 2004 at the University of Pardubice. For his outstanding academic performance during his doctoral studies, he received the prestigious Award of the Minister of Education, Youth, and Sports.

Čapek's doctoral studies were conducted under the guidance of Dr. Professor Blanka Wichterlové. This experience was instrumental in shaping his academic and research interests, particularly in the realm of catalysts for transport vehicles.

In 2009, Libor Čapek achieved the title of associate professor, and in 2017, he was honored with the position of professor in the field of Physical Chemistry at the University of Pardubice. His academic journey has been characterized by a profound commitment to research in the areas of heterogeneous catalysis and photocatalysis. Notably, his research aims to elucidate the nature of active centers responsible for chemical reactions.

Throughout his tenure at the university, Libor held various academic positions, including vice-dean for science at FChT and vice-rector for development and external relations. In 2020, he assumed the role of vice-rector for science and development.

In November 2021, Libor Čapek's journey reached a pinnacle when he was elected as the Rector of the University of Pardubice, a testament to his contributions and leadership within academia.

In addition to his academic roles, Professor Čapek is an accomplished author, publishing international professional journals. He is also an active member of several scientific and branch councils.

His scientific interests encompass Heterogeneous catalysis and photocatalysis, Acid-base properties of mixed oxides and Environmental catalytic processes.

Noteworthy international collaborations include work with esteemed scholars such as Prof. L. Chmielarz, Prof. A. Kotarba, and Prof. P. Kustrowski from Jagiellonian University Krakow, Poland, and Prof. A. Caballero from Universidad de Sevilla, Spain.

Libor Čapek's impact in the field is reflected in bibliometric indicators, including an H-index of 27, over 2100 citations, and his contributions in various research categories.