Online event
Online Workshop “Sports 360°: Research Findings for Better Sports Governance in Latvia”
28.10.2026
Plkst. 10:00
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…
Latvian Academy of Culture
October 27, 2026
space
How Does a Solar Eclipse Occur and Why Is It So Rarely Observed
A total solar eclipse is one of the rarest and most spectacular astronomical phenomena observable from Earth. Although a total solar eclipse occurs somewhere on the planet approximately once every 18 months, it may not be seen again at a particular location for several generations. The last total s…
Ventspils University of Applied Sciences
October 27, 2026
medicine biomedicīna pētniecība
National Institute of Research and Innovation: Synergy Between Chemistry and Biomedicine
The National Institute of Research and Innovation (NIRI) is a European-level life and natural sciences research centre in Latvia, established in the summer of 2026 through the merger of the Latvian Institute of Organic Synthesis (OSI) and the Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre (BMC). The …
National Institute of Research and Innovation
October 26, 2026
natural sciences humanities and arts medicine
AMBER HORIZONS — Upcoming Research and Academic Career Opportunities at the University of Latvia
The University of Latvia invites outstanding researchers with significant scientific achievements to explore upcoming Associate Professor opportunities within the AMBER HORIZONS programme, which is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions initiative “Choose Europe for Science”. The Universit…
University of Latvia
October 26, 2026
Conference
International Sustainable Mobility Conference “Look at the Future of Mobility”
03.11.2026
Plkst. 09:00
natural sciences
Hackathon “Climathon 2026” Will Bring Together Idea Creators to Develop Sustainable Solutions
Applications are open until 28 October for the three-day “Climathon 2026” hackathon, where representatives from various fields will combine their knowledge, experience and ideas to seek practical and innovative solutions to environmental and urban challenges. The hackathon will take place at Riga T…
Riga Technical University
October 26, 2026
space
Space inspires new learning opportunities as ESERO launches in Latvia
A new ESERO Office was officially inaugurated at the University of Latvia in Riga on 21 October 2026. With Latvia joining the network, ESA’s flagship educational project now comprises 23 Offices across ESA Member States and Associate Members — a significant milestone as the network celebrates its 2…
European Space Education Resource Office/ Research Latvia
October 23, 2026
Seminar
Seminar “Deciduous Trees in Forest Stands and Woody Plantations”
04.11.2026
Plkst. 10:00
public health medicine
Prevention Plays an Increasingly Important Role in Breast Cancer Treatment
October is Breast Health Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common malignant tumour among women in Latvia – around 1,200 women are diagnosed with it each year. Approximately 10% of breast cancer cases may be associated with inherited genetic changes (mutations). Modern genetic testing makes…
Research Latvia
October 23, 2026