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“Nature’s” 10 People who Helped Shape Science in 2024

A fraud buster, a nuclear-clock maker and a virus hunter. These are just a few of the remarkable people chosen for this year’s Nature’s 10. The Nature’s 10 list recognizes key developments in science over the past year, and tells the stories of some of the people behind them. It is com…

Nature

December 28, 2024

open science research

European Open Science Cloud: Latvia's Research Potential and Opportunities in a Global Context

Since 2019, Latvia has been part of the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC), initiative, which represents a significant contribution to the development and utilization of modern research data management technologies and the integration of Latvian science into the international ecosystem. EOSC provid…

researchLatvia

December 27, 2024

space research

Where Science and Christmas Meet: Latvian-Born Astronomer Kārlis Kaufmanis’ Explanation of the Star of Bethlehem

Latvian-born astronomer, graduate of the University of Latvia (UL) Kārlis Kaufmanis (1910–2003) became internationally renowned for his exceptional ability to bridge scientific discoveries with cultural and religious contexts. His famous "Star of Bethlehem Lecture", also aired on the international …

Ilze Stikāne, researchLatvia

December 20, 2024

opportunity

Latvian students are invited to apply for the CERN Summer School

Students from Latvian universities are invited to apply for the annual European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) Summer School by January 26. This year, the program will take place at CERN in Switzerland from June to September. Latvian students have this opportunity as Latvia is an associat…

Riga Technical University

December 19, 2024

public health

RSU appeals to new mothers with an invitation to participate in a study

Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) invites women who have given birth in Latvian hospital maternity wards since 2022 to participate in a study. Survey on Childbirth Experiences This survey is part of the international World Health Organization (WHO) study conducted in several countries. It includes…

Rīga Stradiņš University

December 19, 2024

science communication

“researchLatvia”: Your Gateway to Latvia's Science

Latvia's science stands out for its diversity, innovation, and international competitiveness. It is an integral part of our daily lives - enhancing quality of life, driving economic development, and paving the way toward a sustainable future. To foster closer dialogue between the research community…

Brigita Zutere, researchLatvia

December 18, 2024

research collaboration

Strengthening Latvia's Participation in the Baltic Sea Region, Ukraine and US Research Initiative

Today, December 17, the government approved amendments to extend the timeframe for Latvian researchers to participate in the Baltic Sea Region, Ukraine, and U.S. collaborative initiative in the field of research. These changes aim to ensure more effective implementation of this international multil…

Ministry of Education and Science

December 17, 2024

space financing

Strategic Investments in Latvia’s Space Sector to Create New Opportunities for Society and Economy

Today, December 17, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the reallocation of the flexible budget of the Ministry of Education and Science, directing funding towards the annual contribution to the European Space Agency (ESA) programs. By the end of this year, a contribution of 1,897,634 EUR for 2025 is…

Ministry of Education and Science

December 17, 2024

experience stories of researchers

Understanding the Professional Mentality of Researchers: The Journey of Inese Suija-Markova in Science

Inese Suija-Markova is the Deputy Chairperson of the Cēsis County Council, focusing on development, environment, and climate neutrality issues. Alongside her role as Vice-Mayor of Cēsis, she also represents the municipality in the Vidzeme Regional Planning Development Council, where she serves as D…

Laura Krūmiņa-Zvaigzne, researchLatvia

December 16, 2024