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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

opportunity international collaboration collaboration space

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. …

Investment and Development Agency of Latvia

November 5, 2025

medicine research

University of Latvia and Riga East Clinical University Hospital join forces to advance cancer diagnostics in Europe

The University of Latvia (UL), within the framework of the EUCAIM (European Federation for Cancer Images) project, has signed a cooperation agreement with Riga East Clinical University Hospital to launch the prospective collection and aggregation of mammography images and related clinical data in L…

University of Latvia Institute of Clinical and Preventive Medicine

November 4, 2025

technologies

Riga Technical University and European Partners to Strengthen the Clean Technology Innovation Ecosystem

To promote Europe’s green and digital transition, Riga Technical University (RTU), together with partners from six countries – Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Bulgaria, and Cyprus – over two years will collaborate within the project FINEX to enhance innovation, cooperation, and support for cle…

Riga Technical University

November 4, 2025

social sciences doctoral studies

The Ministry of Education and Science invites applications for doctoral scholarships at the European University Institute

From November 1, 2025, to January 15, 2026, applications are open for doctoral scholarships at the European University Institute (EUI). For studies in EUI’s doctoral programs, the Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) will award two scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year through a competiti…

November 3, 2025