LACISE sparks curiosity: young minds explore sustainable energy at ISSP UL
The Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL), continues its long-standing tradition of welcoming school excursions, offering young learners a unique opportunity to explore the world of physics and scientific discovery. These visits aim to showcase the practical applications of physics and inspire interest in science-related careers. In October, students from […]
Hands-On with Hydrogen: LACISE Project Team Joins Swagelok Helsinki Tubing System Training
On October 27–28, representatives from the LACISE project participated in a two-day intensive training focused on designing and installing hydrogen tubing systems. The training took place at Riga Technical University (RTU) and brought together experts and researchers working on hydrogen technologies. The LACISE team was represented by Anzelms Zukuls and Raitis Sika from the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia, […]
LACISE Team Partners with Eco Baltia vide to Access Aluminum Waste for Research
On October 14, 2025, LACISE project representatives Anzelms Zukuls, Ņikita Griščenko, Daniels Jurjevs, Raitis Sika, and Rendijs Ronis visited Eco Baltia vide’s Resource Management Center in Riga. They were welcomed by Kristaps Dreimanis, Head of the Sales Department, and Vents Kārkliņš, Production Manager. The visit aimed to learn about sorting processes for household […]
ISSP UL team visits Paul Scherrer Institute in Switzerland
From September 21 to 24, representatives of the LACISE project from the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL) – Dr. Gints Kučinskis, Dr. Anzelms Zukuls, and PhD students Ņikita Griščenko and Ināra Ņesterova – visited the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland. The purpose of the visit was to strengthen collaboration with project […]
LACISE IECS delegation visits CSEM to strengthen innovation ties
From August 27–28, the picturesque city of Neuchâtel hosted two days of collaboration, innovation, and forward-looking dialogue as Swiss partners from the Centre Suisse d’Électronique et de Microtechnique (CSEM) welcomed their Latvian counterparts from the Latvian Institute of Electronics and Computer Science (IECS). The aim of the visit was to review the results achieved so […]
Fostering Future Scientists: LACISE Supports the ISSP UL Solar Cup 2025 Competition
On May 24, the LACISE project actively contributed to the organization and success of the Solar Cup student competition, hosted by the Institute of Solid State Physics at the University of Latvia (ISSP UL). This event marked the seventeenth edition of the Solar Cup, an inspiring initiative designed to ignite interest in science, engineering, and […]
LACISE at the Baltic’s Largest Physics Festival: Inspiring the Next Generation in STEM
On April 12, the Baltic region’s largest physics festival took place in Riga, offering children, young people, and adults the chance to explore the exciting world of physics and future STEM careers through activities organized by Latvian and Estonian science centers, universities, and other institutions. The Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia […]
Applied Research project LACISE offers career opportunities at the annual RTU Career Day
On Friday, March 14, the Swiss-Latvia Cooperation project LACISE was represented at the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia’s (ISSP UL) stand at the largest career orientation event in Latvia, Career Day 2025. The event attracted students, recent graduates, and career enthusiasts eager to explore various professional opportunities. The LACISE project offered two […]
