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Researchers invited to visit EMBL laboratories

The Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre (BMC), within the framework of project No. 1.1.1.5/3/24/I/006 “Development of Latvia’s research potential by strengthening the integration of the Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre into European infrastructures and scientific networks”, inv…

Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Center

November 12, 2025

competition research innovation

Second "BioPhoT" competition: 99 scientists' ideas contend for 4.8 million euros

On 7 November, the second call for Research and Innovation Projects (RIPs) of the research platform “Biomedical and Photonics Research Platform for Innovative Products” (“BioPhoT”) closed with an indicative amount of €4,826,110 available for researchers. 99 project applications were received from 1…

BioPhoT

November 10, 2025

research achievements

World Science Day 2025 – Trust in Research as the Foundation for a Knowledge Society

Research creates knowledge that forms the foundation for the development of society, economy, and culture. It helps us understand the processes that affect our lives and promotes informed decisions at both individual and national levels. Trust in research is a prerequisite for knowledge to become a…

Ministry of Education and Science | researchLatvia

November 10, 2025

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New technology for the paralysed created in Latvia: reading brainwaves for communication

Start-up BirgerMind has developed a non-invasive brain-computer interface opening up new possibilities for people with reduced mobility. The device looks like a light headband, it reads the brain's electrical activity, analyses it with artificial intelligence algorithms, and converts it into comman…

Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

November 8, 2025

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RTU Launches National Research on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Teachers’ Daily Work

To help Latvian teachers use their time more efficiently and receive meaningful support from artificial intelligence (AI) tools in their daily work, Riga Technical University (RTU) has launched a new national research programme project titled "Artificial Intelligence Tools in the Work of General Ed…

Riga Technical University

November 7, 2025

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Applications open for ESA Student Internships 2026

The European Space Agency (ESA) is inviting students to apply for its 2026 Student Internship Programme. Students from Latvia are also welcome to apply – whether you’re studying engineering, science, IT, business, economics, or social sciences! Discover more than 200 internship opportunities and ap…

European Space Agency | Latvia space

November 7, 2025

science communication

In November, the Travelling Exhibition "Research Latvia 2025" Can be Viewed in the Latvian Academy of Culture

The traveling exhibition "Research Latvia 2025" offers an opportunity to get to know 12 Latvian science personalities and their contribution to the development of society and research. Emphasizing the importance of culture and arts in developing research activities, from November 7 to 27, this dive…

researchLatvia

November 6, 2025

medicine

Latvian company Cellboxlab developing a product that accelerates development of medicines and promises to advance personalized medicine

After several years of intensive prototyping and technology validation, Latvian biotechnology company Cellboxlab has reached a significant milestone – it has attracted its first customers and is actively participating in global conferences and exhibitions with its product this year. The company’s o…

Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

November 5, 2025

quantum technologies

Latvia is part of Europe's ambitious quantum strategy

Quantum technologies rpresent the next technological revolution, with the potential to transform information technology, defense, medicine, and industry. Although these technologies are still in the development stage, their future importance is already clear – both economically and geopolitically. …

Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

November 5, 2025