The laboratories conduct chemical analyses of geological materials. Proximate and ultimate analyses are employed for the basic characterization of samples, providing information on moisture, volatile matter, fixed carbon, ash content, and elemental composition. Advanced analytical techniques, including gas chromatography–mass spektrometry and inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry  are applied to determine the detailed organic and inorganic composition of the samples. The facilities are additionally equipped with sample-preparation instruments to ensure representative and homogeneous material prior to analysis.

Lenka Borecká
Doc. Mgr. Eva Geršlová, Ph.D.
Mgr. Martina Havelcová Ph.D.
Jan Kazda
Ing. Vladimír Machovič, CSc.
Mgr. Alexandra Malhocká (Špaldoňová), Ph.D.

The laboratory employs optical microscopy to study the composition and structure of rocks, sediments, coal, and other materials within the framework of organic petrology and paleontology. Microscopic observations are carried out using instruments equipped for reflected and transmitted light, as well as fluorescence microscopy. A dedicated preparation room is available for producing thin and polished sections of samples.

Msc. Tatiana Larikova, PhD.
RNDr. Miloš René, CSc.
Ing. Ivana Sýkorová, DrSc.
Alexandr Šulc

The laboratory focuses on the study of porous textures of rock materials and their alterations induced by both environmental conditions and technological processes. In cooperation with the Faculty of Science of Charles University in Prague, a joint laboratory is established for effective use of the instrumental equipment of both parties for addressing issues in the fields of basic and applied research. Sorption properties of porous materials from various media are tested, including sorption of contaminants from water and sorption of gases and vapours.

Alena Jandečková
Marta Koptová
Ing. Daniela Řimnáčová, Ph.D.
Ing. Martina Švábová, Ph.D.
Mgr. Maryna Vorokhta, Ph.D.
Ing. Zuzana Weishauptová, DrSc.