Researcher Spotlight: Artūrs Škute
Dr. biol. Artūrs Škute, Daugavpils University Professor at the Institute of Life Sciences and Technology.
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Dr. biol. Artūrs Škute, Daugavpils University Professor at the Institute of Life Sciences and Technology.
The Big Data from Space (BiDS) 2025 Conference
The Big Data from Space (BiDS) 2025 conference will be held from 29th September to 3rd October in Riga, Latvia
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The Big Data from Space (BiDS) 2025 conference will be held from 29th September to 3rd October in Riga, Latvia
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Join the ESA Teach with Space Online Conference 2025
Register now for the ESA Teach with Space Online Conference from 9 to 10 July 2025. The conference is open to Latvian school teachers and educators, and it’s free.
The conference will provide an overview of the ESA Education Program, offer new resources, and highlight inspiring ways to teach…
ESA
April 11, 2025
financing research
BioPhoT Launches First Innovation Project Call for Scientists
The BioPhoT project envisions the establishment of a long-term interdisciplinary research and innovation platform, which will implement research and innovation projects through the year 2032:
The BioPhoT project envisions the establishment of a long-term interdisciplinary research and innovation…
Latvian Institute of Organic Synthesis
April 11, 2025
technologies
Defence Industry Hackathon “EUDIS Defence Hackathon 2025”
Riga Technical University (RTU) Science and Innovation Centre (ZIC) invites applications for participation in the defence industry hackathon “EUDIS Defence Hackathon 2025” by May 5. The hackathon will take place from May 9 to 11 at RTU Rezekne Academy. The goal of the hackathon is to promote innova…
Riga Technical University
April 10, 2025
science policy
Pilot workshop - a Community of Practice for academic staff in Latvia
Representatives of higher education and scientific institutions are invited to attend a pilot workshop - a Community of Practice for academic staff in Latvia, which will take place on April 29, 2025, at 9:00 AM at Kalnciema Quarter in Riga. Please register your interest in participating at thi…
Ministry Education and Science
April 10, 2025
research technologies
Wooden Bone Implants: Latvian Researchers Seek Alternative to Titanium
Latvian researchers plan to develop bone implants made from wood. So far, titanium has been unrivaled in this field. However, metal implants have drawbacks – they can promote repeated fractures and cause discomfort for patients. Riga Stradiņš University (RSU) is collaborating with the Latvian State…
Viktors Demidovs | Latvian Radio
April 9, 2025
research
The First "BioPhoT" Research and Innovation Project Competition Announced – 6 Million Euros Available
The Institute of Organic Synthesis (OSI) of Latvia, in collaboration with the leading scientific institutions of Latvia, announces the first Research and Innovation Project (RIP) competition within the framework of the "Biomedicine and Photonics Research Platform for the Creation of Innovative Prod…
University of Latvia
April 9, 2025
medicine research
Sports and Nutrition Researchers Study the Beneficial Impact of Physical Exercise on Breast Cancer Cells
At the Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) laboratory, exercise tests are being conducted on both cancer patients and healthy women to determine the impact of physical activity on quality of life during oncology treatment. The research results highlight the need for personalized therapy to ensure more e…
Sintija Ambote | Latvian Radio
April 8, 2025
technologies
Opportunity for all Latvian Students: Learn The Basics of HPC Online for Free
To train artificial intelligence, a supercomputer, or HPC (High-Performance Computing), is essential. To create digital twins, 3D simulations, and work with big data – knowledge of supercomputers is invaluable. This four-week online course "HPC Basics" is designed for anyone looking to expand their…
Latvia's HPC Competence Center "SuperS"
April 8, 2025
technologies research
A Team of Researchers from the RTU has Developed a Simulation Game for Implementing Energy Efficiency Measures
In today's world, where climate change has become one of the greatest challenges, innovative solutions often arise in unexpected places. One such solution is a digital tool developed by Latvian scientists. This tool allows anyone to assess the benefits of window replacement, facade insulation, and …
Latvian Science Council
April 7, 2025
citizen science
Stargazing Season at the UL Tower Ends with Record-Breaking Visitor Numbers
The 2024/2025 stargazing season at the University of Latvia (UL) Astronomical Tower has come to a close. This season marked not only a special anniversary - 155 years since the tower began operations in 1869 - but also set a historic record for attendance. A total of 914 space enthusiasts climbed t…
University of Latvia
April 4, 2025
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April Researcher Spotlight: Artūrs Škute
Dr. biol. Artūrs Škute is a Professor at Daugavpils University, Institute of Life Sciences and Technology. His research primarily focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of aquatic biological resources.
As a professor, he delivers lectures on ecology, hydrobiology, and aquaculture across doctoral, master's, and bachelor's study programs.
March Researcher Spotlight: Renāte Ranka
Dr. biol. Renāte Ranka Rīga Stradiņš University, Tenured Professor in the Faculty of Pharmacy Renate Ranka's main line of research is pharmacogenetics. The tenur professor and her team are actively conducting important research to find out how variations in the human genome affect the response to drugs and the effectiveness of therapy. The main purpose of the studies is to identify a genetic model that could predict the response of a particular drug in a certain group of patients, so that the most appropriate drug for each patient can be applied.
February Researcher Spotlight: Toms Rostoks
Dr. sc. pol. Toms Rostoks Director of the Security and Strategic Research Centre of the Latvian National Defence Academy.
The latest academic publications and studies are related to the deterrence measures implemented by NATO in the Baltic region, the study of the intentions of the states, changes in the security and defence policy of Latvia since 2014, and the views of the Latvian society on issues of significance to national security and defence.
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