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April Research Spotlight Monta Brīvība: Unlocking the Genome for a Healthier Future

At the Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre, genome research drives Monta Brīvība’s efforts to understand how genetic variation shapes human health. As Head of the Genome Centre and researcher in the Precision Medicine Group, she explores how genomic data can reveal disease risks and s…

researchLatvia

April 13, 2026

research

The Latvian Academy of Sciences and Its Partners to Present Named Awards and Young Scientist Prizes

This year, the named awards established by the Latvian Academy of Sciences (LAS) and its cooperation partners will be presented to eleven scientists, including several early-career researchers, and five prizes for young scientists will also be awarded. The awards will be presented on Thursday, Apri…

Latvian Academy of Sciences

April 11, 2026

innovation

Applications Now Open for Venture Catalysts - Empowering Science-Based Innovation in Latvia

As Latvia continues to strengthen its innovation ecosystem, the Venture Catalysts program is once again opening its doors to researchers, entrepreneurs, and deep tech enthusiasts. Applications for the upcoming cohort are now officially open until May 12, 2026, inviting participants to take the next…

Latvian Investment and Development Agency

April 10, 2026

medicine

Exploring How Small Changes Can Increase Participation in Cancer Screening Programs

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and early detection is often crucial. For this reason, cancer screening programs play a vital role as one of the most important tools in disease prevention. Although screening programs are available, participation rates in many places remain i…

Labs of Latvia

April 10, 2026

science policy

Reforms have strengthened the international competitiveness of Latvian science

The reforms implemented to date in higher education and science, along with the successful scientific performance of institutions, have enhanced the international competitiveness of Latvian science. This is evidenced by the growing involvement of Latvian scientific institutions in significant Europ…

Ministry of Education and Science | researchLatvia

April 9, 2026

space

Seminar on the ESA National Programme – Support for Business and Research

On March 31, the annual seminar on Latvia’s participation in the European Space Agency (ESA) national programme (Requesting Party Activities – RPA) took place at the Space Exploration Centre. During the event, ESA representatives provided practical guidance on developing project proposals, the stru…

researchLatvia

April 9, 2026

science communication

Meet the Young Scientist! – Aina Semjonova

Aina Semjonova is a researcher at the Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, University of Latvia, and an Assistant Professor (acting) at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Rīga Stradiņš University. Aina is currently implementing a postdoctoral project entitled “The Importance of Co‑former Selection in Cocry…

Latvian Young Scientists Association

April 9, 2026

innovation

Latvian Scientists Develop a Beverage to Activate Anti‑Obesity Genes

On 7 April, World Health Day is celebrated across the globe. One of the most pressing public health challenges worldwide today is obesity and excess weight. Due to sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy dietary habits, an increasing share of the population — including children and young people — is aff…

Ministry of Education and Science

April 8, 2026

innovation

Latvia to Receive European Investment Bank Support for Technological Innovation; RTU to Launch Pilot Project

The European Investment Bank (EIB) will advise Latvia on how to accelerate the development of rapidly growing business sectors. The pilot project will assess the development plan of Riga Technical University (RTU) to demonstrate how major investments in universities can support national innovation …

Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte

April 8, 2026