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Harvest in the lab: LSIWC team “The Mushroomers” successfully cultivates turkey tail mushroom

Three months ago, an experiment was launched at the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry (LSIWC), where the student team “The Mushroomers" (Sēņotne”), led by research assistant and Master’s student Mikus Kampuss and supervised by leading researcher Dr. biol. Ilze Irbe, set out to cultivate tur…

Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry

March 30, 2026

natural sciences

Little forest engineers, or how insects maintain balance in nature. A researcher explains

Insects are an essential part of forest ecosystems; they perform many important functions that help maintain forest health and balance. Just as in ancient times, people spoke of the world resting on three whales or elephants, so too can the role of insects in nature be compared to one of the great …

Līga Švāne | Delfi Brand Studio

March 27, 2026

biomedicīna

A Significant Study by Latvian Scientists on The Nature of Therapy-resistant Cancer and Its Evolutionary Origins

The specifics of melanoma treatment have confirmed the embryonic theory of human cancer and demonstrated that effective treatment is not possible without an understanding of oncogenesis, as well as suggesting that cancer is almost as ancient as life on Earth, according to the study’s lead researche…

the Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre

March 27, 2026

innovation

Small but Aromatic: How Latvia’s First Locally Bred Melon Variety “Solo” Was Created

In Latvia, the first melon variety bred by local plant breeders – “Solo” – will soon receive official approval. Its origins can be traced back to the first half of the 20th century, when various melon varieties were widely cultivated in Latvia during the interwar period, said Dr. Līga Lepse, l…

LSM.lv Lifestyle Editorial Team

March 26, 2026

CERN artificial intelligence entrepreneurship

"Sorsera" to Develop Agentic Artificial Intelligence for CERN Procurement

The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) has initiated a collaboration with the Latvian technology company "Sorsera" to implement agentic artificial intelligence solutions in CERN’s procurement and supplier engagement processes. To automate and improve supplier selection, research, eva…

Labs of Latvia

March 26, 2026

medicine research

How Does Tuberculosis Affect the Lungs? RSU Invites Participants for a Study

On World Tuberculosis Day, Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) invites anyone who has previously had tuberculosis and is currently experiencing breathing difficulties, struggling with a persistent cough, or has similar symptoms to contact their nearest tuberculosis and lung disease clinic or a pulmonolo…

Rīga Stradiņš University

March 25, 2026

experience stories of researchers

Science with a soul: Laima Vēvere’s chemistry

In the workspace of Mg. chem. Laima Vēvere, a researcher at the Polymer Laboratory of the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry (LSIWC) and a senior expert at the Latvian Council of Science, alongside test tubes, equipment, scientific papers, samples, and notes, there is always also Kevin Polym…

Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry

March 25, 2026

experience stories of researchers

Meet the Young Scientist! – A Conversation with Tatjana Pladere

Tatjana Pladere is an Associate Professor at the University of Latvia (UL), a leading researcher, and the Head of the Department of Optometry and Vision Science. Tatjana leads several research projects, communicates science engagingly to both fellow researchers and the wider public, and has become …

The Latvian Association of Young Researchers

March 24, 2026

innovation technologies

A Latvian‑made product reaches golfers worldwide

The Latvian sports‑technology startup Hackmotion proves that it’s possible to build a global business without massive investments, relying solely on European Union (EU) support instruments. With a team of around 30 people, the company has developed a virtual golf coach — a wearable device with data…

Labs of Latvia

March 24, 2026