Head of the laboratory of cytogenomics , University Hospital/Palacky University Olomouc , Czech Republic
RNDr. Pavlína Čapková, PhD., is a distinguished Czech medical geneticist, specializing in prenatal cytogenetics and DNA analysis. With over two decades of experience, she has made significant contributions to the understanding of genetic factors influencing congenital conditions and short stature. Dr. Čapková is currently affiliated with the University Hospital Olomouc and Palacky University, where she leads a research team and supervises students in medical genetics.
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Education
Dr. Čapková completed her M.Sc. in Biology from Palacky University in Olomouc (1989) and received national certification in “Methods in Medical Genetics” (1999). She earned her PhD in Medical Genetics in 2005, with a thesis focused on the integration of DNA analysis and cytogenetic diagnosis. Dr. Čapková also undertook specialized training in cytogenetics, including a fellowship at Erasmus University Rotterdam.
Experience
Since 1997, Dr. Čapková has worked at the Department of Medical Genetics at University Hospital Olomouc. She has held positions as a quality manager and assistant professor at Palacky University’s Faculty of Medicine. Her responsibilities include managing a prenatal cytogenetic laboratory and supervising both diploma and PhD students. From 2015 to 2018, she served as the Deputy Head of the Department of Medical Genetics.
Research Interests
Dr. Čapková’s research focuses on prenatal cytogenetics, particularly the genetic causes of short stature and congenital skeletal abnormalities. She has led multiple research projects, investigating key genes like SHOX, and exploring the genetic diagnostics of congenital heart defects. Her work aims to deepen the understanding of genetic disorders and their early detection.
Awards
Throughout her career, Dr. Čapková has been recognized for her contributions to medical genetics. She has played a leading role in research subprojects funded by the Czech Ministry of Health. Her dedication to advancing genetic diagnostics has garnered respect within the scientific community.
Publications
- Zuzana Spurná et al. Clinical impact of variants in non-coding regions of SHOX – Gene, Volume 818, 2022, Link.
Cited by 5 articles.
- Spurná Z, Čapková P, et al. Clinical-genetic analysis of selected genes involved in congenital skeletal abnormalities – Gene, 2024, Link.
Cited by 3 articles.
- Capkova Z, Capkova P, et al. Duplication of 9p24.3 in three unrelated patients – Mol Genet Genomic Med, 2021, Link.
Cited by 10 articles.
- Capkova P, et al. Short stature and SHOX variants-efficacy of screening using various strategies – PeerJ, 2020, Link.
Cited by 7 articles.
- Capkova P, et al. Differences in the importance of microcephaly, dysmorphism, and epilepsy – PeerJ, 2019, Link.
Cited by 12 articles.
- Capkova P, et al. MLPA as a practical alternative for autism spectrum disorders diagnostic – PeerJ, 2019, Link.
Cited by 15 articles.
Conclusion
Dr. Pavlína Čapková is a highly accomplished researcher with a well-established career in medical genetics. Her leadership in significant research projects, contribution to academia, and international exposure make her a strong candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award. With her dedication to advancing genetic research, particularly in congenital conditions, and her role in education, she exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding woman researcher. Expanding her research outreach and collaboration could further strengthen her candidacy for this prestigious award.