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Latvian and Swiss Scientists Join Forces for Sustainable Energy Development and Youth Engagement in STEM

On May 6, a major project within the Switzerland–Latvia cooperation programme “Applied Research” — LACISE — was officially launched at the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL). The project focuses on ICT and smart energy solutions. At the opening event, …

LU CFI

May 7, 2025

researcher science communication research

In May, the Travelling Exhibition “Research Latvia 2025” is on Display at the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies

The travelling exhibition “Research Latvia 2025”, created by the Ministry of Education and Science, offers a unique opportunity to discover 12 outstanding Latvian researchers and their contributions to the advancement of society and science. From May 6 to 31, this diverse exposition will be on view…

researchLatvia

May 2, 2025

collaboration research

Latvian and Swiss Scientists Join Forces for Sustainable Energy Development and Youth Engagement in STEM

On May 6 at 9:00 AM, the University of Latvia’s Institute of Solid State Physics (ISSP UL) will host the launch of a major Swiss–Latvian cooperation programme project in the fields of ICT and smart energy—“LACISE”, part of the “Applied Research” initiative. The opening event will be attended…

Latvijas Universitātes Cietvielu fizikas institūts

April 30, 2025

technologies

Sensors for Environmental Perception and Data Exchange Platform: Latvian Researchers Advancing Autonomous Vehicle Technologies

Computer science researchers in Latvia are developing future automotive technologies to enable increasingly autonomous vehicle movement, such as sensors for environmental perception and platforms for secure communication between vehicles. Although fully autonomous cars have not yet been realized in…

Sintija Ambote | Latvian Radio

April 30, 2025

research

Microplastic Pollution: A Growing Threat to the Environment and Human Health

Microplastic pollution is one of the greatest environmental challenges, becoming increasingly serious worldwide. These tiny plastic particles enter our ecosystems, degrading habitat quality and threatening both animals and humans. Small but Dangerous Microplastics have become a major issu…

Kristaps Kalns | Newspapper Diena

April 29, 2025

research grants

Applications Still Open for This Year's Fundamental and Applied Research Projects

Applications for the Latvian Council of Science's open competition for fundamental and applied research projects this year can be submitted until May 7th. This year, the competition has a funding pool of 17.7 million euros. Fundamental and applied research projects are funded to ensure the creat…

Labs of Latvia

April 28, 2025

research

Daugavpils Universitāte – a Key Research Hub in Latgale

Daugavpils University (DU) is one of the leading research centers in the Latgale region, dedicated to developing an internationally competitive research environment. The work of DU researchers not only contributes to the growth of science in Latvia but also strengthens the regional innovation ecosy…

Daugavpils University

April 25, 2025

space

DAIF Latvia Joins the Influential ASD – Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe

The Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) is pleased to announce that DAIF Latvia, the main organization representing Latvia’s security and defence industry, has joined as a member. With this step, ASD further strengthens its engagement across Europe, adding an impo…

DAIF Latvija

April 25, 2025

collaboration

Strengthening International Research in Management Sciences, Engineering, and Physiotherapy

To promote cooperation in the fields of lifelong learning, innovation, research, and development between Turība University of Business Administration and Satakunta University of Applied Sciences in Finland, a memorandum of cooperation has been signed. The collaboration will focus on student …

Turība University

April 24, 2025