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Empowering the future: Launch of the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme project LACISE for sustainable energy and STEM engagement
On May 6, an ambitious collaboration between Switzerland and Latvia to advance sustainable energy development and engage youth in STEM was officially launched at the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL). The event was honoured by Christoph Liechti, Co-Head of the Swiss Contribution Office at the Embassy of Switzerland in Latvia; […]
Why Are Biobanks Important for Latvia? Experts Gather at the Children’s Hospital to Discuss the Future of Pediatric Oncology and Laboratory Development
On April 9, a discussion titled “Why We Need a Biobank and How to Manage and Organize Samples and Data: Laboratory Perspective and Experience” took place at the Children’s Clinical University Hospital. The event was held as part of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme “Advancement of Paediatric Cancer Care in Latvia,” launched in 2024, and brought […]
The Ministry of Climate and Energy engages and educates children and youth of Aizkraukle County within the framework of the conference
On 20 March 2025 the opening conference “Groundwater – Making the Invisible Visible!” of the Swiss-Latvian cooperation programme “Remediation of Historical Pollution” took place in Likteņdārzs. As part of the event, the Ministry of Climate and Energy organized educational and creative activities for children and youth from Aizkraukle County, including a drawing competition and an […]
LACHMAT Project Launch at the Swiss Research Institute EMPA
On March 22, 2025, within the framework of the Swiss-Latvian cooperation programme “Applied Research,” the LACHMAT project was launched, implemented by Riga Technical University (RTU) in collaboration with the Swiss research institute EMPA. The project’s goal is to develop advanced concrete and asphalt materials and technologies, as well as to promote research capacity in Latvia […]
Launching the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme: the value and protection of water resources were discussed in the Aizkraukle municipality
On Thursday, March 20, the opening conference “Groundwater – Making Invisible Visible!” of the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme “Remediation of Historical Pollution” was held at Likteņdārzs. In honor of World Water Day and its importance to the residents of Aizkraukle Municipality, the conference focused on the role of underground water resources in our lives, their protection, […]
Swiss Support to Strengthen Vocational Education – Closer Links with the Labour Market and Modernized Training
On Wednesday, 19 March, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and the Ministry of Finance (MoF) of the Republic of Latvia signed an agreement for the implementation of the programme “Stronger Work-Based Learning for Improving Vocational Education and Training in Latvia (VET).” With Swiss support, this programme will help address the most pressing challenges […]
The expedition “Groundwater – Invisible or Visible?” promotes youth understanding of environmental protection
On Monday, March 3, an educational expedition for youth, titled “Groundwater – Invisible or Visible?”, took place in Aizkraukle. This was the first such expedition organised by the Ministry of Climate and Energy. The participating students expanded their knowledge on environmental protection issues by visiting a historically polluted site in Aizkraukle. Totally thirty students from […]
LACISE project showcased at Universs@LU by the Energy Materials Laboratory of the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia
On February 21-22, the University of Latvia hosted the Universs@LU study festival, attracting prospective students from across the country. This event provided detailed information on study opportunities not only at the University of Latvia but also at other Latvian universities, offering visitors a chance to explore a wide range of academic programs. The Institute of […]
Launching the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme ‘Applied Research’: Scientists Engage with Youth at the “School 2025” Exhibition
On February 21, the international education exhibition “School 2025” hosted the launch event of the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme ‘Applied Research’ titled “The Impossible is Possible”. Scientists and innovation creators introduced the audience to ongoing research projects, demonstrating that science can be a viable future opportunity for every young person. During the opening event, speakers addressed young people standing […]
Opportunities for Youth in the Swiss-Latvian ‘Applied Research’ Programme at ‘School 2025’
At the international education exhibition ‘School 2025’, on Friday, February 21, from 12:00 to 15:00, the launch event of the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme ‘Applied Research’ titled “The Impossible is Possible” will take place. This event will bring together young people, scientists, and innovators to showcase how science can be a gateway to future career opportunities. […]
Switzerland contributes more than €12 million to remediate the historically polluted site in Aizkraukle
On Tuesday, 12 November, Laurence Mortier, Head of Swiss Contribution to EU Member States at the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, and Armands Eberhards, Deputy State Secretary for European Union (EU) Funds at the Ministry of Finance, signed the agreement of the programme “Remediation of Historical Pollution”. With this important event, we officially start the […]
Nine million euros to be invested in the development of paediatric oncology
Today, on October 2nd, during the 125th-anniversary conference of the Children’s Clinical University Hospital (BKUS), the Swiss-Latvian cooperation program “Advancement of Paediatric Cancer Care in Latvia” was officially launched. With an investment of approximately nine million euros, the goal over the next five years is to improve the treatment outcomes and quality of life for […]
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