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Citizens of Latvia are invited to participate in the Latvian population genome reference project

Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre invites the citizens of Latvia to participate in the Latvian population genome reference project, which is taking place within the framework of the European "1+ Million Genomes" initiative. The main goal of the project is to create a genome reference…

Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre

September 18, 2024

The Latvian Academy of Sciences and AS "Latvenergo" announce the competition "Award of the Year" 2024

In order to motivate Latvian researchers to carry out research, especially applied research, for the promotion of energy development and the creation of an innovation environment, the Latvian Academy of Sciences and AS "Latvenergo" are announcing the competition "Award of the Year" 2024! Prizes …

Latvian Academy of Sciences

September 17, 2024

RSU has opened its first branch outside Latvia

Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) opened its first branch outside Latvia at Elbe Kliniken in the German city of Stade (Lower Saxony). Beside RSU Rector Prof. Aigars Pētersons and Latvian Minister of Health Hossam Abu Meri, the opening ceremony will be attended by the Honorary Consul of the Republic of…

Riga Stradiņš University

September 17, 2024

Environmental Modeling and Biotechnologies: Path of the UL Researcher Karīna Bāliņa in Science

Karīna Bāliņa, PhD, Doctor of Environmental Engineering, is an outstanding researcher whose work focuses on environmental impact assessment using the life cycle modeling method. Karīna is particularly interested in marine seaweed and their sustainable use both in Latvia and Europe. As a researcher …

Brigita Zutere, research Latvia

September 16, 2024

The European Researchers' Night is Approaching – 35 Institutions to Offer Exciting Programs

On September 27, 2024, the European Researchers' Night activities will take place across Latvia, offering a diverse program in 35 venues. During this annual event, every science enthusiast and interested person is invited to explore research more closely and understand its crucial role in the moder…

research Latvia

September 13, 2024

Invites students to solve important challenges for society and companies with a supercomputer

How to prepare for potential environmental elements and protect real estate, improve next-generation drone communication or create a database for vocal recordings with the help of a supercomputer? Students of Latvian universities will seek solutions to these and other challenges by participating in…

Riga Technical University

September 12, 2024

53 grants are awarded to researchers of the University of Latvia and the University of Banking

With the awarding of 53 grants for research, the grant tenders for postdoctoral fellows, researchers (professors) and research projects announced in the spring of the University of Latvia (LU) and the BA School of Business and Finance (BASBF) have come to an end. More than six million euros have…

University of Latvia, BA School of Business and Finance

September 12, 2024

The Hackathon will have the opportunity to use satellite data to generate business ideas

The 7th CASSINI hackathon will take place in Riga, dedicated to the use of satellite data for the realization of sustainable development business ideas.The space industry hackathon will be held in two parts. First, local hackathons will be held simultaneously in 10 countries, including Latvia. Thei…

Latvian Space Industry Association

September 11, 2024

Water temperature over 4 seasons

Did you know that water temperature in a lake can vary across its cross-section and change seasonally? Continuing the descriptions of various parameters characterizing water, it is necessary to highlight the temperature. Depending on it, a number of chemical indicators change, as well as …

Latvian Institute of Aquatic Ecology

September 11, 2024