Assoc Prof Dr. Lenka Kunčická , VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava, Czech Republic .
Assoc. Prof. Lenka Kunčická, Ph.D. 
is an accomplished researcher specializing in mechanical and materials engineering. With extensive academic and research experience, she is currently affiliated with the
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Brno University of Technology and the
Institute of Physics of Materials at the Czech Academy of Sciences. Her expertise spans advanced forming technologies, thermomechanical processing, and the design of non-ferrous alloys, composites, and powder-based materials. Dr. Kunčická has contributed internationally through research stays in
Wales 
, the
USA 
, and
Slovakia 
. A dedicated scientist and educator, she is proficient in advanced microscopy techniques and the optimization of
metallic materials.
Publication profile
Education and Experience
- 2023: Associate Professor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Brno University of Technology
- 2012–2015: Ph.D. in Metallurgical Technology, VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava
- 2012: CAE Certificate – Advanced English (C1), University of Cambridge
- 2010–2012: M.Sc. in Metallurgical Technology, VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava
- 2007–2010: Bc. in Metallurgical Technology, VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava
Professional Experience 
- 2023–Present: Institute of Mechanical Engineering Technology, Brno University of Technology
- 2018–Present: Institute of Physics of Materials, Czech Academy of Sciences
- 2013–Present: Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava
Suitability For The Award
Assoc. Prof. Lenka Kunčická, Ph.D., is a distinguished researcher and academician specializing in mechanical engineering, metallic materials processing, and advanced material characterization. With a robust international profile, years of impactful research, and substantial contributions to materials science and engineering, she is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.
Professional Development
Assoc. Prof. Lenka Kunčická has engaged in significant international collaborations and research stays, enhancing her global academic footprint.
She conducted research at
Swansea University (2017, 2024), focusing on advanced materials and forming technologies. She also contributed to cutting-edge projects at the
Colorado School of Mines in 2017, where she explored thermomechanical processes and composite materials. Earlier, in 2013, she undertook a research visit at the
Technical University of Košice . These international experiences have allowed her to innovate in metallic material processing, composites, and non-ferrous alloys, bridging research collaborations worldwide.
Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Kunčická’s research centers on advanced material processing, focusing on
conventional and non-conventional forming technologies 
. She specializes in the
design and optimization of thermomechanical treatments for
metallic materials, including
non-ferrous alloys, composites, and powder-based materials. Her work includes exploring
electron microscopy for detailed microstructural analysis, aiding the development of innovative materials for industrial applications.
Additionally, she delves into the production and characterization of lightweight alloys and composites that exhibit high-performance properties under extreme conditions, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable and efficient material technologies.
Publications Top Notes
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Mechanical Behavior of Oxide Dispersion Strengthened Steel Directly Consolidated by Rotary Swaging – 2024
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High Strain Rate Induced Shear Banding Within Additively Manufactured AISI 316L – 2024
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Direct Consolidation of an Oxide Dispersion Strengthened Alloy by Hot Rotary Swaging – 2024
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Influence of Imposed Strain on Weldability of Dievar Alloy – 2024
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Constitutive Modelling and Damage Prediction of AlSi10Mg Alloy Manufactured by SLM Technology – 2024 
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Structural Phenomena Introduced by Rotary Swaging: A Review – 2024
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Crossing the Limits of Electric Conductivity of Copper by Inducing Nanotwinning – 2024 
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Development of Microstructure and Properties Within Oxide Dispersion Strengthened Steel – 2023