
The Czech Technical University has built a reputation as a leader in experimental research and it is very appropriate that the Department of Steel and Timber Structures should host this conference. Research ensures that wood and wood products are at the forefront of the move to more sustainable construction. It is very important to improve the properties of these products, making them more competitive and reliable. Timber and wood-based engineered products are important as structural materials, especially in the drive towards sustainable technologies and construction.


The COST program exists to strengthen Europe and other countries in scientific and technological research, for peaceful purposes, through the support of cooperation and interaction between European researchers.
