Topic: research

In a large international study involving scientists from the Estonian Biobank and the University of Tartu, more than 30 genetic variants were identified whose impact on human health depends on whether they are inherited from the mother or the father.

The Institute of Genomics at the University of Tartu, home of the Estonian Biobank, invites you to the 24th annual Gene Forum, co-hosted with the Estonian Genome Foundation. The event will take place on 9–10 September 2025 at the Estonian National Museum in Tartu.

Papua New Guineans are living proof of how isolation, ancient mixing, and survival in remote islands can preserve a unique piece of our shared human story.

A research study by the Institute of Genomics at the University of Tartu reveals that genetic variants influencing drug metabolism and disease susceptibility affect medication dosing.

Researchers at the University of Tartu’s Institute of Genomics have gained deeper understanding of why some people are more prone to experiencing side effects when taking antidepressants.

On 23 May 2025, Minister of Education and Research Kristina Kallas approved the results of the external evaluation of Estonian research and development. The University of Tartu was the only institution in Estonia to receive a positive evaluation in all six fields: natural sciences, engineering and technology, medical and health sciences, agriculture and veterinary sciences, social sciences, and humanities and the arts.

Õhusaaste, tihedalt arendatud linnakeskkonna ja piiratud rohealade kombinatsioon suurendab astma riski nii lastel kui täiskasvanutel. Sellisele järeldusele jõuti värskes uuringus, mis koostati suure Euroopa Liidu teaduskoostöö raames Karolinska Instituudi teadlaste juhtimisel koostöös Tartu Ülikooli genoomika instituudiga.

On 22 October, doctoral researchers of the University of Tartu have an opportunity to introduce their research results to the public in the format of a three-minute short lecture.

Today, the University of Tartu Women’s Clinic publishes the results of the Estonian Women’s Health Study, which, among other topics, provides insights into women’s sexuality, menstrual health, menopause, and attitudes towards motherhood. Representatives of the research team introduce the results at the webinar on Monday, 26 May, at 15:00.