These posts are based on rigorous scientific literature reviews and case analyses in CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive) defence, environmental toxicology, and radiological safety. They form part of the VIMY Multi-System Research Program.
Main Contributors
Karel Lehmert, PhD — ResearchGate
Senior contributor and co-author on the VIMY Knowledge - Scientific Posts series. Department of Criminology and Forensic Studies.
University Partner
Vysoká škola finanční a správní (VŠFS) — Kriminalistika a forenzní, Praha, Czechia
Chlorine Leak Neratovice (2000)
Analysis of the 2000 chlorine gas leak at the Spolana Neratovice chemical plant — 180 kg released, 12 firefighters exposed, 9-hour emergency response.
LG Polymers Vizag Styrene Leak (2020)
Analysis of the May 2020 styrene autopolymerization accident at LG Polymers in Visakhapatnam, India — 13 fatalities and 500+ hospitalizations.
Spolana Neratovice Floods (2002)
Analysis of the 2002 floods that overwhelmed the Spolana Neratovice chemical plant, releasing chlorine, mercury, and dioxins into the environment.
The Épinal Radiotherapy Accident (2004–2006)
Analysis of the Épinal radiotherapy accident (2004–2006) where 400–450 prostate cancer patients received radiation overdoses — one of Europe's worst medical radiological incidents.
The Bečva River Disaster (2020)
Analysis of the September 2020 cyanide release into the Bečva River — a 40 km ecological collapse, legal aftermath, and lessons for crisis management.
The 1987 Goiânia Radiological Accident
Analysis of the 1987 Goiânia radiological accident — one of the most significant orphan source incidents in history involving cesium-137.
Phenol Leak in Děčín
Analysis of the 2018 HAZMAT incident at Chemotex Děčín where a phenol transfer hose rupture caused 15 casualties and triggered a major emergency response.
The 2013 Ricin Letters Attack
Analysis of the 2013 ricin-contaminated mail incident targeting U.S. political figures — a case study in low-tech CBRNE threats to civilian infrastructure.
Radiological Incident in Prague (2011)
Analysis of the 2011 orphan source incident in Prague-Podolí where a radium-226 source was discovered near a children's playground.
Sublimit Exposure to Methamphetamine Residues
Study on the health and behavioral effects of environmental exposure to methamphetamine microcontamination in residential settings.
The Jaslovské Bohunice A-1 Nuclear Accident
Analysis of the 1976 and 1977 nuclear accidents at the Bohunice A-1 plant from a CBRNE preparedness and emergency response perspective.
Serotonin, Sunlight, and Mood Regulation
A rapid literature screening on the serotonergic mechanism and how sunlight exposure influences mood regulation and emotional well-being.