Researcher Spotlight: Baiba Tjarve
PhD Baiba Tjarve
Latvian Academy of Culture, Deputy Head and Lead Researcher at the Institute of Arts and Cultural Studies
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PhD Baiba Tjarve
Latvian Academy of Culture, Deputy Head and Lead Researcher at the Institute of Arts and Cultural Studies
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Defence Sector and Universities Strengthen Joint Research and Innovation Projects
On Wednesday, 12 November, a formal signing ceremony was held at the Ministry of Defence to conclude cooperation agreements with four scientific universities – the University of Latvia, the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Riga Technical University, and Riga Stradiņš University…
The Ministry of Defence
November 12, 2025
research opportunity
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
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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
research
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.
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Investment and Development Agency of Latvia
November 5, 2025
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November Researcher Spotlight: Baiba Tjarve
Ph.D. Baiba Tjarve is Deputy Director and Leading Researcher at the Institute of Culture and Arts, Latvian Academy of Culture.
The scientist actively participates in national and international research projects, including European research collaboration networks and State Research Programs. B. Tjarve has participated in numerous applied research projects in the cultural sector, accumulating significant experience in cultural consumption, cultural management, audience development, and participation issues. Her research helps strengthen the foundation for cultural policy development in Latvia and provides practical recommendations to municipalities and cultural institutions for the development of the cultural environment.
October Researcher Spotlight: Sergejs Gaidukovs
Dr. sc. ing. Sergejs Gaidukovs Riga Technical University, Tenured Professor in the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology.
Professor Sergejs Gaidukovs specializes in research on biomass polymers and promotion of a sustainable environment, contributing to the development of polymer science through his research work.Together with his colleagues, he has developed a technology to turn biomass waste from renewable forestry and agricultural biomass, its waste and by-products of production into sustainable bioplastic products – biodegradable plastics. In 2021, the Latvian Academy of Sciences has named it an important achievement in applied science. In 2024, he received the RTU award "Scientist of the Year".
September Researcher Spotlight: Raivis Bičevskis
Dr. phil. Raivis Bičevskis is a tenured professor at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Latvia, specializing in social philosophy within the field of philosophy, ethics, and religion. He also serves as the Head of the Department of Philosophy and Ethics at the University of Latvia and is a widely recognized philosopher both in Latvia and internationally.
His research interests are focused on social and political philosophy, continental philosophy, phenomenology, hermeneutics, and the influence of Heidegger’s philosophy on contemporary thought. R. Bičevskis also examines the interaction between philosophy and society, as well as ethical issues and the development of cultural philosophy.
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