Welcome to the
12th annual
International
Student
Research
Conference
What is ISRC ?
Unique Research Works
ISRC provides an inclusive plat- form for students at all levels—from freshmen to graduates—to present their scholarly work, representing their institution and their unique research endeavours. Students who choose to submit their research proposal will be selected to present orally during specific 20 minutes long time blocks. Presented papers will be published in the conference proceedings on the ISRC website.
ISRC
The International Student Research Conference (ISRC), was established in 2015 and is an event for undergraduate and graduate students to showcase their research. This year’s conference is open to students from all academic majors and welcomes participants from universities across the Czech Republic and beyond.
Network with Peers
This conference is a vibrant gathering of bright students, offering presenters the opportunity to engage in Q&A sessions, receive constructive feedback, and network with peers, academics, and professionals from all around the world. It fosters not only the dissemination of knowledge but also the building of meaningful connections across academic and professional spheres.
Attend the conference in person or online.
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The conference is free of charge and welcomes
everyone!
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Both visitors and researchers can register for the event here.
*The registration is mandatory for All presenters and onsite visitors.
Key Note Speakers
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Hannes Jarke
Not yet depressed, but heavily stressed: Establishing a complete picture of mental health in Europe to inform policy
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Hannes Jarke oversees the mental health portfolio at EuroHealthNet in Brussels, an organisation that brings together national public health bodies and research institutes. His work focuses on the translation of complex scientific evidence into tangible insights for policymakers, and on adapting effective interventions in mental and behavioural health to the context of other countries. He initiated and leads the EU-funded Resilient and Mentally Healthy Societies (REMESOS) consortium, which is tasked with developing the most suitable method for measuring and monitoring population mental health across Europe. As the Director of Operations of the Junior Researcher Programme, he creates opportunities for early career researchers in psychology and behavioural sciences, and conducts applied research through his affiliation with Maastricht University, and as a Research Associate at the University of Cambridge’s Centre for Business Research.
Mgr. Eva Dreyfus
From Categories to Dimensions. Why current developments in classification matter for future psychologists
Most of us are trained to think in diagnostic categories. Yet research in psychopathology is moving in a more dimensional direction. This talk looks at why that shift matters and what it may mean for future psychologists. It considers why traditional categories are being questioned and how models such as HiTOP offer a different way of understanding mental health difficulties. It also reflects on the possible impact on assessment, case formulation, and treatment.
Drawing on my own path from early research during my BSc and MSc studies to clinical work, PhD research, and work with the Unified Protocol, I will show how these developments are not only theoretical, but may also shape everyday clinical practice.
Panel Discussion: From Student to Scholar: International Student Research Opportunities
Jana Mészarosová, Rebeka Kalinova, Lea Jakob
Ever wondered how you can build your research skills and potential future academic career beyond your local university?
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In this panel discussion, three individuals who have been part (or are still part) of such programs will share their experiences and tips for interested students on how to find and get the best out of international research opportunities.
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UNYP's own Rebeka Kalinova (School of Psychology Bachelor's student), Mgr. Lea Jakob (Lecturer and School of Psychology Research Lead and
Jana Mészarosová, a psychology master's student at Palacký University Olomouc with a background that bridges academia and over 13 years of professional experience in business. She also holds a master's degree from the Prague University of Economics and Business.
Actively engaged in international research, she is a 2025 graduate of both the Junior Researcher Programme, where she contributed to a team investigating gender competence questioning in the workplace, and the JGlobal research internship focused on climate change communication.
Her primary scientific interest lies in cognitive enhancement and psychoactive substances, and her master's thesis examines the impact of kratom on the cognitive functions of drivers.
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The Student Research Conference is an event organised annually by the University of New York in Prague in collaboration with Empire State University, NY.
Agenda
10th of April
