6th International Conference
of PhD Students
of Nursing Study Programs
22 – 23 May 2025
Palacký University Olomouc,
Czech Republic
About the conference
Scientific committee:
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Doc. PhDr. Helena Kisvetrová, Ph.D. (CZ) – chair of the scientific committee
Committee members in alphabetical order:
- Prof. Annamaria Bagnasco, PhD, MEdSc, MSN, FFNMRCSI (IT)
- Prof. Dr. Jósef Betlehem, RN, MNS, MEdu, PhD, EMT, dr. h.c. (HU)
- Prof. Beata Dobrowolská, PhD, MPhil, MSN, RN (PL)
- Prof. PhDr. Darja Jarošová, Ph.D. (CZ)
- Prof. PhDr. Valerie Tóthová, Ph.D. (CZ)
- Prof. Mgr. Katarína Žiaková, PhD (SK)
Organizing committee:
Mgr. Bc. Daniela Javornická (CZ) – chair of the organizing committee
Committee members in alphabetical order:
- Mgr. Patrik Bogdán (HU)
- Mgr. Paulina Bogdańska (PL)
- Mgr. Kateřina Greplová (CZ)
- Mgr. Peter Matejovie (SK)
- Mgr. Eliška Vaníčková (CZ)
Program
- Registration: 22nd May 2024, 8:00am – 9:00am
- Conference languages: English, Czech (all abstracts in English for abstract proceedings)
- Presentation: oral (PowerPoint, Eng/Cz), poster (PDF/PowerPoint + print, Eng)
- Duration of oral presentation: 10 minutes; poster 5min
- Technical equipment: projector
- Participation fee: 1100 CZK
- Venue: Faculty of Health Sciences, Palacký University Olomouc (venue details to be confirmed based on the number of registrations)
Conference registration and fees
The participation fee is 1100 CZK
Regular participants must register till April 15 2025.
Non-paying participants (Members of the Scientific Committee, Members of the Organizing Committee) should register till April 30 2025.
THE CONFERENCE FEE PAYMENT HAS TO BE MADE VIA BANK TRANSFER WITH THE FOLLOWING PAYMENT DETAILS:
Account number: 19-1096330227/0100
Variable Symbol Number: 991000011
Please WRITE YOUR NAME AS A MESSAGE TO THE RECIPIENT, thank you.
Register for participation
Important dates
- 31 March 2025 | Abstract submission
- 10 April 2025 | Accepted abstracts confirmed
- 15 April 2025 | Registration and payment of active and passive participants
- 30 April 2025 | Registration of non-paying participants
- 30 April 2025 | Submission of presentations
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22 May 2025 | Conference (PhD students presenting/morning) and workshop (afternoon)
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23 May 2025 | Conference (PhD students presenting/morning) and workshop (afternoon)
Instructions for presenters
Abstract of the paper will be sent till 31 March 2025 via the form below.
Structure of the abstract:
- MS Word, font Calibri light, size 12, spacing 1, edges 2.5 cm
- 1st line – THE TITLE OF THE PAPER IN CAPITALS
- 2nd line – leave it out
- 3rd line – all authors’ names without their degrees/titles (bold)
- 4th line – an unabridged name of the workplace
- 5th line – leave it out
- 6th line – the actual text according to the following structure:
- introduction, main text (aim, methods, results), conclusion (max. 1 500 characters including spaces), key words: 5-6 words
Abstract requirements:
- All abstracts have to be submitted in English only.
- Do not use abbreviations without explanation.
- Do not use literature references.
Note:
- Abstracts that do not comply with the above requirements or are in conflict with the ethical principles for publication will not be accepted.
- Abstracts will be published in a reviewed abstract collection.
Presentation requirements:
- The maximum length of the presentation is 10 minutes + allow 5 min for discussion after each presentation.
- The required format is MS PowerPoint (using your University template if available).
- The structure of each part is divided according to the type of study (see “Structure of the abstract”).
- The presentation language is English.
Poster preparation instructions
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Maximum dimensions of your poster are 80 cm x 160 cm (in portrait format)
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Language: English (presentation also in English, 5min)
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Use between 500 and 1,000 words (including title, figure legends and tables)
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The figures and tables should cover approximately 50% of the poster area
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Let your important points stand out. Use (but don’t overuse) bold and colours
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If possible, avoid abbreviations and acronyms, especially in the Conclusions
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Structure: Aim, Introduction, Methods and Results. Few key references.
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You are also permitted to include QR codes for further information on your poster. We suggest that you structure your findings in columns for ease of comprehension. Use 3-5 columns.
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To be submitted in PDF or PowerPoint format for oral presentation
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PRINT – 2 OPTIONS based on your preference: you can bring your own printed version in format A1 or A0, or you can choose to distribute A3 size prints for dissemination amongst participants (you will be then informed about the number required prior to conference)
Abstract submission
Please submit your abstract complying with the above requirements using the form below.
Palacký University Olomouc
Palacký University Olomouc is the second-oldest university in Czechia, educating scholars since the 16th century.
The city of Olomouc is also the place of one of the richest national heritage sites, second only to Prague. A second home to more than 23,000 students from around the world, Olomouc is a university town, sometimes nicknamed the “Czech Oxford”. Its old center boasts a number of admired historical sights – a multitude of churches of various denominations and architectural styles, a majestic Renaissance town hall, a number of monumental statues and fountains as well as remnants of mighty 18th century fortifications.
Palacký University’s eight faculties provide hundreds of study programmes, encompassing virtually all areas of contemporary arts and sciences.
With science and research being the university’s top priorities, its research teams utilize state-of-the-art technologies and students assist in solving scientific research projects. It currently ranks among Europe’s elite research facilities in a number of fields, excelling particularly in nanotechnology, optics, experimental chemistry and medicine, as well as special education, kinanthropology and physiotherapy.
Travelling to Olomouc
By plane
Olomouc has no international airport. However, it is easily accessible from all of the following airports by train, bus or car.
Prague: Vaclav Havel Airport, Czech Republic (270km)
Brno: Turany Airport, Czech Republic (80 km)
Ostrava: Leos Janacek Airport, Czech Republic (80 km)
Bratislava: M.R. Stefanik Airport, Slovakia (210 km)
Vienna: Vienna International Airport, Austria (260 km)
Katowice: Katowice-Pyrzowice Airport, Poland (210 km)
Krakow: Kraków-Balice Airport, Poland (265 km)
The most frequent (and direct) train/bus connection is mainly between Olomouc and Prague/Brno/Ostrava. In Prague and Brno, there are frequent buses (30 min intervals between 05:30 and 21:00) connecting airport with the main train station. You can look at train/bus travelling possibilities on IDOS.
How to get to Olomouc from the Vaclav Havel Prague Airport
There is a good network of buses connecting the airport and the main railway station.
Airport Express (AE): Terminal 1 to Main Railway Station (Hlavní nádraží) – approx. 45 min | Operates every day from 5:30 am – 10:00 pm timetable (CZ) | Departure from Wilsonova street | Tickets available from the driver – 100 CZK
Bus line 119: The bus will take you from Prague Airport (Terminal I) to Nádraží Veleslavín station (Metro line A) – 15 min – 32 CZK. Then you continue by Metro line A to Muzeum and at the station Muzeum change to Metro line C to Hlavní nádraží station. The ticket for bus applies to Metro as well. Prague Metro has 3 lines: A (green), B (yellow), and C (red). Read further detailed information on the Bus service from the Airport to the City Center here.
Taxi: Prague Airport Transfers (+420 222 554 211, +44 7449 011780, https://www.prague-airport-transfers.co.uk/) | FIX Taxi (+420 722 555 525, dispecink@fix-taxi.cz) | Taxi Praha (+420 220 414 414, http://www.taxi14007.cz ) | Contact counters of taxi operators are located at the arriving hall of Terminal 1 and 2. Departure points are displayed in front of arriving halls.
From Prague main station, you can continue to Olomouc by train with the Czech Railways Company, Leo Express, or Regiojet companies.
How to get to Olomouc from the Brno-Turany Airport
There is a bus line no. 76 coming regularly in 20 min intervals from the airport to Brno Hlavní nádraží Railway Station. The bus stop at the airport is situated in front of the departure terminal. The bus stop in Brno is situated in front of the Grand Hotel close to Brno Main Station. Bus tickets can be obtained directly from the bus driver at 25 CZK or circa 1 EUR (you can also use contactless cards for payment). From Brno main station, you can continue to Olomouc by train with the Czech Railways Company, Leo Express, or Regiojet companies.
How to get to Olomouc from the Vienna Airport
There is a frequent train connection from the airport (Flughafen Schwechat) to the Vienna main railway station. The stop is located right beneath the airport. The ticket can be obtained online. From Vienna you can continue to Olomouc by train, there are direct trains and connections with a change. For further detailed information, please refer to the Czech Railways website (available in English).
Another possibility is to take a bus. Both FLIXBUS and RegioJet stops are located in front of the terminal.
By train
Olomouc is easily accessible by train with some high-speed trains. There are three railway companies operating in the Czech Republic: The Czech Rail Company, Leo Express and RegioJet. These companies use trains which provide a fast and convenient connection to Olomouc. When selecting a train, it is recommended that you book in advance and buy the ticket from one of the companies online. There are also ticket offices of the three main railroad companies situated close to each other at Prague railway station. For further detailed information, please refer to idos.cz (you can buy tickets directly on this platform).
Prague – approx. 2h 30min
Brno – approx. 1h 30min
Ostrava – approx. 1h
Warsaw – approx. 5h 30min
Katowice – approx. 3h
Vienna – approx. 3h by train
How to get from the main train station to the dormitory accommodations:
By bus
Travelling by bus is in most cases cheaper than by train, on some occasion also faster. For information about domestic and international timetables, please refer to idos.cz or regiojet.com or FLIXBUS (all available in English).
How to get from the main bus station to the dormitory accommodations:
By car
Olomouc is also conveniently accessible by car from Prague (approx. 3h), Vienna (approx. 2h 35 min), Poland and Slovakia. When driving on the motorway, you will need to pay road tax.
Accommodation
Olomouc offers a wide range of various accommodation options. The conference participants may choose among them freely.
Se list of recommended facilities below.
Contact information
Mgr. et. Bc. Daniela Javornická
Midwifery lecturer, Erasmus coordinator, PhD student
Faculty of Health Sciences
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
+420 605 534 435
daniela.javornicka@upol.cz
Faculty of Health Sciences
Palacký University Olomouc
Hněvotínská 976/3
775 15 Olomouc
fzv.upol.cz