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How Archaeological Excavations at Krievkalns Drew Young Researcher Vanda Haferberga into the Field

Pottery fragments found during archaeological excavations can reveal much more than might initially seem. By analysing their composition and structure, researchers can determine where the clay was sourced, what materials were added to it, and how ancient people made their vessels. In Latvia, this t…

lsm.lv

November 2, 2026

science communication

The Travelling Exhibition “Research Latvia 2026” on Display at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences and the University of Latvia, Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science

The travelling exhibition “Research Latvia 2026”, created by the Ministry of Education and Science, offers a unique opportunity to discover 12 outstanding Latvian scientists and their contributions to the development of society and research. In November, the travelling exhibition and the science ca…

researchLatvia

November 2, 2026

RTU Researchers Develop Sensor Technologies for Smart Roads That Will Monitor Themselves

If we want to find out whether a person is healthy, we carry out medical tests. With the help of sensors, we can understand the condition of roads or building structures – not only assess them visually, but also see what is happening inside them. This would make it possible to maintain infrastructu…

Riga Technical University

October 30, 2026

youth

Study Reveals Challenges to Youth Participation in Latvia

Young people in Latvia feel most free to express their opinions within their families and among friends, while at school their opportunities to influence decisions are considerably more limited, according to the policy report “Authentic and Meaningful Youth Participation: Exploring the Views and Ex…

Latvian Academy of Culture

October 30, 2026

medicine research

Exploring Ways to Destroy Cancer Cells More Effectively with Radiation Therapy

How can cancer cells be destroyed as effectively as possible in radiation therapy for oncological diseases? This is what young physicist Kristaps Paļskis investigated in his doctoral thesis using accelerator technologies. It is currently an experimental approach to radiation therapy that would make…

lsm.lv

October 29, 2026

pētniecība

Deadline for Completing the Survey on the Research Environment in Latvia Extended Until 16 November

The Latvian Council of Science (LCS), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science (MoES), informs that the deadline for completing the survey on the research environment in Latvia has been extended until 16 November 2026. The extended deadline provides an opportunity to participate al…

Latvian Council of Science

October 29, 2026

medicine space quantum technologies

State Research Programme “Defence Innovation Research Programme” for 2026–2029 Announced

Based on Paragraph 17 of Cabinet Regulation No. 560 of 4 September 2018, “Procedures for the Implementation of State Research Programme Projects”, the Latvian Council of Science announces an open call for project applications under the State Research Programme “Defence Innovation Research Programme…

Latvian Council of Science

October 28, 2026

medicine public health

RSU Innovation Day to Showcase Solutions for Healthcare and Sport

On 5 November this year, Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) will host Innovation Day, bringing together researchers, entrepreneurs, students and cooperation partners. At the event, university researchers will present emerging solutions in diagnostics, drug development and sport, while entrepreneurs and…

Rīga Stradiņš University

October 28, 2026

humanities and arts

Eleven Policy Reports on Latvia’s Cultural Ecosystem and Its Development, Developed by Researchers at the Latvian Academy of Culture, Are Now Available

Following the completion of the Ministry of Culture’s national research programme project “Latvia’s Cultural Ecosystem as a Resource for National Resilience and Sustainability” / CERS, 11 policy reports developed by researchers at the Latvian Academy of Culture (LAC) have been published, bringing t…