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The Science of Hockey: Physics Principles on the Ice Rink

Dynamic ice hockey games combine athleticism with scientific principles. Lightning-fast passes, precise shots, and strategic maneuvers are all rooted in the laws of physics. From Newton’s laws of motion to the law of conservation of angular momentum, the science of hockey reflects the intricate int…

researchLatvia

May 9, 2025

research

Latvia Will Host the European Union Contest for Young Scientists

In 2025, Latvia will host the European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) — the most prestigious scientific research competition for students in Europe. Riga will welcome around 150 young, aspiring researchers from 40 countries, who will present their innovative projects to an internationa…

State Education Development Agency

May 9, 2025

space

European Space Agency's "Comet Interceptor" Mission Utilises Comet Models Developed in Latvia

In collaboration with Latvian technology company Nanocraft Ltd, Ventspils University of Applied Sciences, and the Tartu Observatory, the photorealistic modelling project "CI3D" was successfully delivered to the European Space Agency (ESA). The project's activities provide computer-generated images …

Nanocraft, Ltd.

May 8, 2025

collaboration research

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