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UCT PragueFETDepartment of Environmental Chemistry Research Research Groups at the Department CBRN Protection and Environmental Sampling
 

The group focuses on the identification of hazardous substances and processes in the environment using mobile analytical techniques, and on the collection of representative samples from solid, liquid, and gaseous matrices to determine hazardous substances and properties, followed by laboratory analysis of the obtained samples. We also engage in designing technologies for the disposal of hazardous substances in the event of accidents, environmental leaks, and at sites of attacks on critical infrastructure to ensure the protection of persons and the ecosystem.

Furthermore, we are involved in the design of proprietary detection systems and the mathematical modeling of ongoing processes and the dispersion of hazardous substances in the environment. An integral part of our work is cooperation with the components of the Integrated Rescue System (IRS) to ensure the protection of persons and property.

 
 

Research Areas

Civil Protection

  • Representative sampling
  • Field and laboratory analysis capabilities
  • Mathematical models and the study of the dispersion of hazardous substances in the environment
  • Technologies for the destruction of hazardous substances

Development of detection systems

  • Development of systems for detecting various types of hazardous substances
  • 3D printing of materials and graphic design
  • Programming and software development for detectors and control systems
  • Study of interference effects in the detection of substances of interest

Issues of Li-ion Batteries and Electromobility

  • Li-ion battery fires and their extinguishment
  • Recycling of Li-ion batteries
  • Utilization of materials from Li-ion battery recycling
  • Protection of emergency responders during fires in battery systems

Analysis of Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances (NPS)

  • Field and laboratory analysis of NPS
  • Calibration of analytical instruments for qualitative and quantitative determination of NPS
  • Analysis of NPS from biological samples
  • Development of sensors for NPS detection

Group Projects

Ongoing

  • VK02030263: Robotic Device for On-Site Decontamination of Hazardous Pressure Cylinders (2026-2028)
  • VB02000068: Protection of the population and emergency response units against emissions from fire of Li-Ion batteries (2024-2026)
  • VK01010137: Field quantification of narcotic and psychotropic substances using NIR spectrometry (2023-2026)

Completed

  • VB01000054: Advanced system of prevention and reduction of consequences for spread of hazardous air in integrated rescue system
  • VI04000023: Possibilities of using ozone for decontamination of air and surfaces not only by the bodies of integrated rescue system of the Czech Republic.
  • DG20P02OVV007: Advanced archaeometric methods for quality data obtaining for large complexes of artefacts
  • VI20172020091: Decontamination technology for case of threat of hazardous chemical and biological agens spread in indoor air
  • TA04021132: Methodology and equipment for hot water infiltration within the remediation survey

Recent Publications (Last 5 Years)

  • MARTINEC, M., FRIEDRICHOVÁ, R., KARL, J., RŮŽIČKA, M., VYSKOČILOVÁ, A., VESELÝ, M., ŠKUBNÍK, J., SVOBODOVÁ PAVLÍČKOVÁ, V., RIMPELOVÁ, S., KUCHAŘ, M. Determination of ozone concentration and its effect on degradation of materials. Transactions of the VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Safety Engineering Series (TSES). 2022, 17(2), 14-25. ISSN 1805-3238.
  • MARTINEC, M., MACHA, P. Testing of sorbents for removal of acid gases from biomass gasification. Chemické listy. 2022,  116(5), 324-328. ISSN 0009-2770.
  • DURDAK, V., MARTINEC, M., SKAROHLID, R. Membrane Contactors and Their Application Potential. Chemické listy. 2022, 116(1), 35-41. ISSN 0009-2770.
  • KUBAL, M., MARTINEC, M., CHUMCHALOVÁ, J., HENDRYCH, J. Continuous Monitoring of Gaseous Emissions at Municipal Landfill. Chemické listy. 2021, 115(2), 104-108. ISSN 0009-2770.