Journal Club of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science presents: Meeting with astronaut Aleš Svoboda

Event date: November 18, 2025

Chcete nahlédnout do života člověka, který letí mezi hvězdami? Přijďte se setkat s Alešem Svobodou – českým astronautem Evropské kosmické Would you like to get a glimpse into the life of a man who flies among the stars? Come and meet Aleš Svoboda – Czech astronaut of the European Space Agency (ESA) and fighter pilot of the Czech Air Force, whose journey from the cockpit of a fighter jet to the International Space Station is a story of courage, science, and incredible perseverance.

Aleš Svoboda is:

  • a Gripen fighter pilot and member of the F-35 project team,
  • holder of two engineering degrees and a doctorate in aerospace and rocket technology,
  • currently training intensively at the European Astronaut Centre (EAC) for a mission to the ISS,
  • and above all, an inspiration that the limits of possibility exist only so that we can overcome them.

What will the lecture be about?

“From the cockpit of a fighter jet to the stars” – you will learn not only the technical details of astronaut training, but also the personal story, motivation, and experiences that shape the life of a person heading into space.

📅 When: Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

📍 Where: Auditorium UA1, VŠB-TUO

🎓 Type of event: FEI Journal Club expert lecture

Why attend?

  • First-hand inspiration from a Czech astronaut
  • A look at the connection between science, technology, and courage
  • The opportunity to ask questions and participate in discussions
  • Get ready for a motivational story that will inspire you to pursue science and space flight

⚠️ REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Register here!

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of the 25th FEI Journal Club and discover what is possible when courage, science, and dreams come together.