science communication researcher
August Research Spotlight Oskars Java: Simulation Modeling for a Sustainable Future
Today, Science is increasingly becoming a direct driver of social change. Researchers generate new knowledge and help implement solutions that improve the quality of life and promote sustainable development. One of the most promising approaches is simulation modelling, represented by Ph. D. Oskars …
researchLatvia
August 18, 2025
youth science communication
Young People Meet Researchers and Take Part in Experiments at the Festival KOPUMS / Mad Liepāja
Last weekend in Liepāja, the Youth Opportunities Festival KOPUMS / Mad Liepāja took place – one of the key events of Latvia’s Youth Capital 2025. This year, a special place in the festival program was dedicated to science, making it accessible to the broader public outside of academic circles …
The Latvian Council of Science
August 18, 2025
Workshop
Workshop in Ventspils on microplastic pollution on beaches
2025-08-21
10:00 am
Ventspils pludmale
competition research
IT Competence Centre Announces the 3rd Round of Competition for Research in the IT Sector within the Project "Information and Communication Technology Competence Centre for Research"
The IT Competence Centre invites companies developing products and technologies in the bright specialisation area – information and communication technologies – to submit applications for research projects.
Research projects in the sector, cross-sectoral, or international studies may be subm…
business.gov.lv
August 15, 2025
research
ZEST – Innovation in Protein Production through Fungal Fermentation and Digital Modelling
ZEST is a Horizon Europe research project aimed at developing a sustainable and efficient method for protein production using fungal fermentation and digital modelling. The project addresses a global challenge – the growing demand for protein that traditional production methods cannot sus…
The Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry
August 15, 2025
Face-to-face event
Pitch Science - an event for researchers
2025-08-21
3:00 pm
Startup House
science communication collaboration
New Monthly Newsletter "TOGETHER ABOUT SCIENCE" Launched
The new monthly newsletter “TOGETHER ABOUT SCIENCE” has been created to strengthen science communication, collaboration, and mutual support within Latvia’s scientific community. This electronic newsletter will compile the latest information on science policy developments, research programmes and pr…
researchLatvia | Latvian Council of Science
August 14, 2025
science policy
Call to Participate in Shaping Latvia’s Position on the "Horizon Europe" 2028–2034 Programme
The European Commission (EC) has presented a proposal for regulating the next European Union (EU) research and innovation programme, “Horizon Europe”, for the period 2028–2034. Everyone interested is invited to submit their comments and proposals by September 8, 2025, thereby contributing to t…
researchLatvia
August 14, 2025
doctoral studies research
Zanda Rubene: Sapere aude – Dare to Know!
Stereotypes still surround doctoral studies in Latvia. In Latvia, doctoral studies are still shrouded in stereotypes. Although these have long been debunked, they continue to live on in the public mind. Just a few of the clichés: doctoral studies are only for those who want a career in science or a…
Zanda Rubene, Delfi.lv
August 13, 2025