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Citizen Science – An Opportunity for Everyone to Participate in Research
Driven by curiosity, people often take an interest in the latest scientific discoveries and follow advancements in the field. Society sometimes perceives research as distant and inaccessible. But it doesn't have to be that way! Each of us can contribute to research and support the development of ci…
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Maija Rutka, researchLatvia

July 3, 2025

research opportunity

Remuneration and Research in Switzerland – RTU Announces Competition for Master's Students to Participate in a Major Construction Innovation Project
The Faculty of Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering at Riga Technical University (RTU) invites master's students to engage in research on advanced construction and road-building technologies and materials. Participants will receive remuneration and the opportunity to conduct research for th…
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Riga Technical University

July 3, 2025

opportunity research competition

Latvia to Host the 36th European Union Contest for Young Scientists
From September 15 to 20, Riga will become the hub for Europe’s young scientists as it hosts the 36th European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS). This is the most prestigious scientific research competition for school students in Europe, showcasing the best projects from over 35 countries. …
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University of Latvia

July 2, 2025

researcher science communication research

In July, the Travelling Exhibition "Research Latvia 2025" can be Viewed both at the Art Academy of Latvia and in Talsi
The travelling exhibition "Research Latvia 2025", created by the Ministry of Education and Science, offers a unique opportunity to get to know 12 outstanding Latvian scientists and their contribution to the development of society and research. From July 1 to 27, this diverse exhibition can be viewe…
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researchLatvia

July 1, 2025

research innovation

Drones and Artificial Intelligence Will Help Forests Grow More Valuable
The forest sector is one of the most important cornerstones of the Latvian economy. To increase green wealth, more than 40 thousand ha of forest are restored every year, about half of which is planted or sown. Researchers from Riga Technical University (RTU) and partners are developing an automated…
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Riga Technical University

June 30, 2025

public health

Latvia Strengthens Its Participation in the European Research Infrastructure on Ageing and Health – SHARE ERIC
To promote data-driven research on public health, economic security and social participation in the context of ageing, Latvia is strengthening its involvement in the European-wide research initiative SHARE (Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe). This interdisciplinary study provides a …
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Aija Bukova-Žideļūna, Rīga Stradiņš University

June 30, 2025