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EU Alternative to “Starlink”: Could Latvia Use “GovSatCom” Satellite Communications in Crises?
During the recent storm in Latvia, communication disruptions created challenges for emergency services. They had to operate “out of coverage”, so alternative solutions such as “Starlink” satellite internet and radios were used. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Transport, which is responsible for the comm…
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Ņikita Andrejevs (Latvian Radio correspondent)

September 8, 2026

natural sciences achievements

Latvian Birch Bark Innovation Nominated for the Prestigious “RegioStars 2026” Award
 For the third year in a row, a European Union (EU) funds project implemented in Latvia has been selected as a finalist in the European Commission’s prestigious “RegioStars” competition. This year, the competition jury has nominated the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry project “Treasu…
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Ministry of Finance Republic of Latvia

September 8, 2026

science science communication

Technology is being developed in Latvia to improve data security
 Traditional electronic microchips are rapidly approaching their physical limits, but researchers at the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL), are already working on a solution. A Latvian Television report highlights the scientists’ work on next-generation photonic …
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Latvian Television / Latvian Council of Science

September 7, 2026

science communication natural sciences humanities and arts

European Researchers’ Night 2026 will take place across Latvia on 25 September
At European Researchers’ Night events, everyone will have the opportunity to discover science up close. In a single evening, more than 35 locations across Latvia will offer the chance to meet researchers, get a glimpse into the everyday world of science, and take part in experiments, workshops, dem…
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Latvian Council of Science/Research Latvia

September 4, 2026

sports science public health

RSU to open a €13.4 million sports, study and research complex
On Wednesday, 9 September, the Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) sports complex at Cigoriņu iela 3 will be opened in the Latvian capital, RSU reports. The €13.4 million, 3,627 m² complex will bring together studies, sports, and research in one location, providing new opportunities for RSU student…
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TVNet.lv/ Rīgas Stradiņa universitāte

September 3, 2026

humanities and arts

Is culture accessible to everyone, what is its economic impact, and what is the future of creative professions?

Who provides diverse and high-quality cultural content in Latvia, how is it provided, and for whom? How is the cultural offer aligned with what Latvia’s residents expect? How can the value of culture and its contribution to the national economy be measured? What will the future of creative professi…
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Aija Lūse, Institute of Culture and Arts of the Latvian Academy of Culture

September 3, 2026

public health natural sciences

Systemic sclerosis may be more common in Latvia than statistics suggest; study also reveals a frequent risk of nerve damage
Systemic sclerosis is one of the most severe autoimmune rheumatic diseases. In people with this condition, mortality is approximately 3.5 times higher than among healthy people of the same age. Despite the seriousness of the disease, it remains relatively understudied, particularly with regard…
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Rīga Stradiņš University

September 2, 2026