About us
Eden EDU Endowment Fund
Who we are
The Eden EDU Endowment Fund was established on the initiative of experts from the Biopsy Laboratory in Pilsen who share a common vision: to bridge the gaps between medicine, science, and education.We are a team of doctors, scientists, and other professionals united by the belief that quality education and support for research are key to the advancement of modern healthcare.Our work is based on the principles of transparency, expertise, and collaboration with institutions and individuals who wish to actively contribute to the advancement of medicine.Our goal is to shape the future of medicine through education, innovation, and support for those who will shape it.
Why We Were Founded
Modern medicine is evolving rapidly and placing ever-greater demands on education and research support.
We recognize the need to create a platform that will enable the systematic funding of specialized projects, support young talent, and bring innovation to diagnostics and treatment.
We place particular emphasis on supporting research activities and professional conferences that facilitate knowledge sharing, the development of expertise, and the networking of the international medical community.The Eden EDU Endowment Fund is our response to this challenge—it connects professional expertise with a vision for the long-term development of modern medicine.
Our Values
Transparency
Every donation and every investment is recorded and publicly available.
Expertise
We collaborate with leading experts in the fields of pathology, genetics, and immunohistochemistry.
Collaboration
We believe that linking science, education, and practice is the path to a better future.
How We Work
Board of Directors
It oversees the fund's strategy and approves projects (Chair: Prof. Michal Michal, M.D.).
Supervisory Board
It ensures financial oversight and compliance with regulations.
Transparent account
All financial transactions are publicly available.
Our Goals
Support for Educational Activities
(seminars, courses, conferences).
Funding for Research Projects
in the field of diagnostic pathology and related disciplines.
Creating the right conditions
for collaboration among experts, institutions, and donors.
Our team
Doc. MUDr. Michael Michal, Ph.D.
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Doc. MUDr. Michael Michal, Ph.D., is a physician, scientist, and university professor with many years of experience in the fields of diagnostic pathology, research, and education.
In his professional work, he focuses not only on the development of modern diagnostic methods, but also on supporting the education of young physicians and scientists and on international professional collaboration.
He is convinced that high-quality education, the open sharing of knowledge, and support for talented students and early-career professionals are essential prerequisites for the further development of medicine and society as a whole.
Associate Professor Marián Švajdler, M.D., Ph.D.
member of the board of directors
Doc. MUDr. Marián Švajdler, Ph.D., is one of the leading experts in the field of pathology, specializing in gastrointestinal pathology, pancreatobiliary pathology, and central nervous system (CNS) tumors.
In his practice, he successfully combines precise histopathological diagnosis with the latest methods in molecular medicine. His deep expertise and emphasis on precision are crucial for properly targeting treatment for cancer patients.
In addition to his outstanding clinical work, he is actively involved in international scientific research, publishes in prestigious professional journals, and fosters academic collaboration throughout the region.
RNDr. Jana Martínková Němcová, Ph.D.
member of the board of directors
RNDr. Jana Martínková Němcová, Ph.D., is a leading Czech molecular biologist with many years of experience in the fields of molecular microbiology, virology, and the diagnosis of infectious and oncological diseases.
He has long been involved in research, the development of innovative diagnostic methods, and their implementation in clinical practice. He publishes the results of his work in international peer-reviewed journals and regularly presents them at professional conferences both at home and abroad.
An important part of her professional work is training doctors and laboratory staff, which she approaches with an emphasis on clarity, professional quality, and the practical applicability of the knowledge gained.
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