The National Laboratories Program

The National Laboratories Program

2024.06.10.
The National Laboratories Program
The National Research, Development, and Innovation Office (NKFIH), with policy support from the Ministry of Culture and Innovation (formerly the Ministry of Innovation and Technology), has established National Laboratories as centers of excellence in key scientific fields to drive knowledge creation and innovation in strategically important areas of the national economy. These laboratories serve as scientific hubs within their respective fields.

The program's primary objective is to consolidate leading domestic research groups across four thematic areas: Security and Defense, Healthy Life, Digital Transition in Economy and Society, Green Transition. By focusing on these topics, the initiative seeks to address global challenges while facilitating the social, economic, and environmental utilization of research findings.

Below, we list the National Laboratories in which the Faculty of Science at ELTE is actively involved.

(Source: elte.hu, translated by AI)

Health Security National Laboratory (EGLAB)

The vision of the Health Security National Laboratory is to establish a scientific foundation for data-driven decision-making in the fields of healthcare, epidemic prevention, and ecological systems in Hungary. These three areas are closely interconnected, and through innovative surveillance systems, big data methods, and mathematical modeling, new synergies are created. The laboratory unites and coordinates previously isolated research groups across the country, fostering networking and collaboration. By creating a cohesive research community, EGLAB aims to achieve significant international visibility.

The lead institution of the consortium is the University of Szeged, while Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) participates as a consortium partner.

Contact: Viktor Müller (ELTE Faculty of Science)
E-mail: muller.viktor@ttk.elte.hu

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Climate Change Multidisciplinary National Laboratory (ÉMNL)

The Climate Change Multidisciplinary National Laboratory conducts research on the characteristics of climate change and its impacts on human health, natural and economic systems, and society. In addition to studying these effects, the laboratory also engages in research and development related to technological, economic, and social adaptation strategies.

The lead institution of the consortium is Pannon University, while Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) participates as a consortium partner.

Contact: Judit Mádlné Szőnyi (ELTE Faculty of Science)
E-mail: szonyi.judit@ttk.elte.hu

 


Quantum Informatics National Laboratory (QNL)

The Quantum Informatics National Laboratory (QNL) aims to unify the resources of Hungarian physicists, engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists, directing their efforts towards theoretical and applied aspects of quantum technology.

One of the major challenges of this decade is to translate the advancements made in controlling photons, atoms, and electrons at the quantum level into a new technology: quantum technology. Through well-planned and coordinated developments, the laboratory seeks to maximize Hungary’s role and significance in the field of quantum informatics.

The lead institution of the consortium is the Wigner Research Centre for Physics, with Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) participating as a consortium partner.

Contact:

Visit the QNL website


National Pharmaceutical Research and Development Laboratory (PharmaLab)

The National Pharmaceutical Research and Development Laboratory (PharmaLab) aims to establish a professional network in Hungary that brings together universities, research institutes, European research organizations, SMEs, and large enterprises. This unique collaboration fosters the development of competitive technologies, therapeutic solutions, and diagnostic procedures.

In partnership with corporate collaborators, PharmaLab focuses not only on early-stage research projects but also on preclinical and generic drug development, covering chemical, biological, biotechnological, pharmacological, and pharmaceutical technology activities.

The laboratory integrates research potential across various fields, including diagnostics, medical biotechnology, bionics, and pharmaceutical formulation development, by connecting laboratories, research centers, institutes, universities, and businesses.

The lead institution of the consortium is the Research Centre for Natural Sciences, with Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) participating as a consortium partner.

Contact: Imre Kacskovics (ELTE Faculty of Science)
E-mail: imre.kacskovics@ttk.elte.hu