Feared Czech institute takeover risks ‘incompetent interference’

Leaked draft of summertime power grab has spooked scientists, but most admit country’s network of 76 institutes needs reform

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August 26, 2023

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August 26, 2023

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Worker removes the calendar dial of Prague's medieval astronomical clock to illustrate Feared Czech institute takeover risks ‘incompetent interference’

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