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Resident-Submitted Road Defect Photos to Be Used for AI Training
On the platform “IRoM”, developed by the information technology company “ZZ Dats”, up-to-date data on road conditions in Latvia will be automatically collected, allowing responsible specialists to receive real-time information about road defects and make informed decisions on further actions. The c…

RTU

July 29, 2025

research innovation public health

Riga Technical University Students Develop an Early Diagnosis Solution for Heart Failure
Two students from Riga Technical University (RTU), Klara Kuzņecova and Ņikita Iznovs, have developed an innovative, practical, and scalable technological solution for the early diagnosis of heart failure. Their work was part of a scientific competition jointly organised by Vita-Salute San Raffaele …

Riga Technical University

July 28, 2025

science communication researcher

Lilita Seimuškāne: The Untapped Potential of the Silver Economy
Lilita Seimuškāne, Associate Professor and Director of the study program at the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences (FESS) of the University of Latvia (UL), is currently working on the project “The Potential of the Silver Economy in Latvia’s Regions and Its Influencing Factors.” She emphasizes…

The University of Latvia

July 28, 2025

space research

Latvia’s Breakthrough in Space: Five Years in the European Space Agency

On 27 July 2020, Latvia became an associate member of the European Space Agency (ESA). Over the past five years, this status has laid a solid foundation for the development of Latvia’s space sector, opening doors to international cooperation, scientific growth, technological innovation, and the dev…

researchLatvia

July 25, 2025

research food safety

Fluoride Safety: Updated Safe Intake Levels for All Age Groups
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has updated its risk assessment of fluoride intake from water, food, salt, and oral care products. EFSA’s scientific opinion is based on the latest studies and provides updated safe and maximum intake levels for all age groups. Fluoride is a natural …

Institute of Food Safety, Animal Health and Environment "BIOR"

July 25, 2025

research

Latvian Researchers' Involvement in Ambitious ESFRI Roadmap Study
In collaboration with the University of Latvia, Daugavpils University coordinates the Latvian National Node of the GUIDE consortium, which serves as an instrument for promoting scientific integration in Europe by providing open access to high-quality research infrastructure. Various scientif…

The University of Daugavpils, Anita Stašulāne

July 24, 2025

research entrepreneurship

Applications Open for the “Confluence” Pre-Acceleration Program
Until August 18, science-based startups are invited to apply for the second round of the “Confluence” pre-acceleration program, supported by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) and implemented by the innovation management company "Helve".   The Confluence program o…

Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

July 23, 2025