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Opportunity to Participate in the EU "Open Horizons" Project Call for Women-Led Digital and Science-Intensive Startups

The European Union project Open Horizons has announced the opportunity to apply for funding for 39 women-led digital and science-intensive startups (applications open until 21 August 2025). The EU project Open Horizons (2025–2027), funded under the Horizon Europe subprogramme “European Innov…

business.gov.lv

August 11, 2025

natural sciences

The Chemistry of Ice Cream – a Treat with a Scientific Recipe

At first glance, ice cream may seem like a simple treat, but at its core lies a carefully balanced chemical formula. The science communication brand researchLatvia invites you to explore the world of ice cream not only from a gourmet’s perspective but also through the eyes of a researcher. Behind t…

Brigita Zutere, researchLatvia

August 11, 2025

research technologies innovation

The First IT Management System Approach for a Unique Device Developed in Latvia

The first IT management system approach for a unique device in Latvia - one that reads low-frequency brain radio waves and uses them to control a machine, enabling it to move in different directions and thus connect technology with the human mind - has been developed at the Faculty of Information T…

Turība University

August 8, 2025

research entrepreneurship

Our Future Depends on Science

There has long been discussion about how typical investment funds prefer to invest in software startups rather than science-intensive companies. However, Anna Vildaus, COO of the London-based investment firm Wilbe, believes that successful and truly ambitious science-based startups are the key to o…

Labs of Latvia, Anda Asere

August 8, 2025

research

Long - Term Impact Assessment of the 2018 Fundamental and Applied Research Programme Projects

The Latvian Council of Science has evaluated the long-term impact of the 2018 Fundamental and Applied Research Programme (FLPP) projects and concluded that research results continue to evolve long after project completion, leaving a noticeable effect on society, the economy, the environment, health…

The Latvian Council of Science

August 7, 2025

research innovation

European Deep-Tech and Hydrogen Sector Companies to Meet in Riga

On September 3, the Great Hall of the University of Latvia in Riga will host the European Innovation Council (EIC) "Scaling Club" Ambition Forum, bringing together around 300 European deep-tech leaders, companies, mentors, investors, and corporate partners. On September 4 and 5, the discussions on …

Labs of Latvia

August 7, 2025

science communication

In August, the Travelling Exhibition "Research Latvia 2025" will be on Display in Valmiera

The travelling exhibition “Research Latvia 2025”, created by the Ministry of Education and Science, offers a unique opportunity to explore 12 outstanding Latvia’s scientists and their contributions to the development of society and research. Until August 27, this diverse exhibition will be availabl…

researchLatvia

August 6, 2025

research

University of Latvia Receives European Commission Recognition for Innovative Research in Crisis Preparedness

The University of Latvia is pleased to announce that the European Commission has officially recognized the significant contribution of Dr. Ieva Birka and her team to the project "Urban Readiness for Emerging Risks in the Baltic Sea Region", implemented at the Faculty of Economics and Social Science…

The University of Latvia

August 6, 2025

research public health

Even Household Dust Can Contain a Cocktail of Chemicals. Researchers Study what Accumulates in People's Bodies

Chemicals today are present everywhere - not only in manufacturing plants, but also in our homes, food, air, clothing, and cosmetics. They often provide convenience, such as extending product shelf life, adding a pleasant fragrance, or improving material durability. However, behind these advantages…

Linda Matisāne, Lāsma Akūlova (researchers at the Institute of Occupational Safety and Environmental Health, RSU)

August 6, 2025