Conference
11th Student Scientific Conference "Current Issues in Sports Education"
2026-02-20
10:00 am
Online
competition opportunity collaboration
Latvia to Be Represented by “Braliukai” at the International Hackathon Act In Space
The winner of the Latvian edition of the international innovation hackathon Act In Space is the team Braliukai, which proposed a modular and compositional satellite solution called Hexsat. The concept aims to reduce the high costs, long development timelines, and limited upgrade possibilities typic…
Labs of Latvia
February 5, 2026
technologies innovation
The “Character” of Bread Begins with Sourdough: The Role of Fermentation in the Production Process
The unique taste and aroma of traditional Latvian bread are no coincidence—their roots lie in sourdough. Sourdough fermentation is one of the most important stages in the bread-making process, determining the bread’s character, quality, and identity.
Sourdough Fermentation – the Foundation o…
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
February 5, 2026
Andra Kalnača
Position:
Position
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Country:
Latvia
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Field of Science:
Humanities
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Subfield of Science:
Valodniecība
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Scientific institution:
University of Latvia
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Types of collaboration:
Research projects, Development of joint academic publications, Organizing experience exchange and academic cooperation, Teaching
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Elīza Dāldere
Position:
Position
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Country:
Finland
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Field of Science:
Humanities
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Subfield of Science:
History, Digital humanities
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Scientific institution:
University of Helsinki
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Types of collaboration:
Organizing experience exchange and academic cooperation, Contribution to knowledge transfer, Policy making
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research youth collaboration
Use of Hogweed in Biomaterials
In Latvia, Sosnowsky’s hogweed (Heracleum sosnowskyi) has for decades been regarded as one of the most problematic invasive plant species. It threatens local ecosystems, poses risks to human health, and requires continuous control efforts. This widely recognised issue became the focus of a scientif…
Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry
February 4, 2026
research
#ScienceForUkraine relaunches Micro Travel Grant Programme with a new focus on early-career scholars
NGO #ScienceForUkraine has relaunched its Micro Travel Grant (MTG) Programme, open for applications from February 2, 2026, with redesigned rules and a renewed focus on supporting early-career Ukrainian scholars. The programme, which reimburses up to EUR 500 for in-person participation in internatio…
Science For Ukraine
February 4, 2026
research achievements research
RTU Scientists and Engineers Develop and Patent a Device to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial resistance, the ability of microorganisms to survive and even thrive in conditions that would usually destroy them, is one of the greatest public health threats worldwide. Scientists and engineers at Riga Technical University (RTU) have developed and patented an innovative sink disinf…
Riga Technical University
February 3, 2026
research
Global Competitiveness Challenges and Solutions to Be Analysed at the University of Latvia Scientific Conference
Researchers from the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences (FESS) of the University of Latvia (UL) will present the latest insights into strengthening global competitiveness at the 84th International Scientific Conference of the University of Latvia, to be held from 14 to 16 April. Strengthening…
Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences of the University of Latvia
February 3, 2026
science communication
Traveling Exhibition "Research Latvia 2026" on Display at "AKROPOLE Alfa" and at the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry
The traveling exhibition "Research Latvia 2026" created by the Ministry of Education and Science provides a unique opportunity to get to know 12 Latvian science excellence figures and their contribution to the development of society and research. In February, the traveling exhibition and science ca…
researchLatvia
February 2, 2026