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Genome of Europe Launched Public Awareness Survey on Genomics Across Five EU Countries
The Genome of Europe (GoE) has launched a public awareness survey across five European countries (Estonia, France, Greece, Portugal and Slovenia) to assess citizens' understanding and attitudes towards genetics and genomics-based personalized medicine. The survey is part of a wider scientific and societal effort to ensure that all Europeans can benefit from the promises of modern genomic medicine.
University of Tartu’s new strategic plan focuses on enhancing international competitiveness and societal impact, and creating the best learning and working environment
On 16 June, the council of the University of Tartu approved the new strategic plan, which sets the direction for the university’s activities for the next ten years.
Eneken Riin Salong to lead University of Tartu Student Union
On Thursday, 5 June, a new board for the University of Tartu Student Union (UTSU) was elected during a meeting of the student parliament.
University of Tartu is the only research institution in Estonia to be positively evaluated in all six fields of research
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.
Estonian scientists contributed to the largest-ever ancient DNA study on a medieval cemetery, revealing 1,000 years of genetic history in the Low Countries
Geneticists from KU Leuven, the Institute of Genomics at the University of Tartu, and their international colleagues have conducted the largest ancient DNA study ever performed on human remains from a single medieval burial site. In total, they analysed the remains of 400 individuals buried between the 8th and 18th centuries beneath what is now the main square (Groenmarkt) of Sint-Truiden, a historic town in present-day Belgium.
A study links air pollution, dense urban development, and a lack of green spaces to asthma risk
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.
Sexuality, menstruation and motherhood: Estonian Women’s Health Study makes women’s voices heard
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.
Mark your calendar: three-minute thesis competition for doctoral students will be held on 22 October
We invite engaging presentations from all fields of research, delivered in clear language, in Estonian or English.
The Institute of Genomics conducted the first course for BSc students
From February to early April 2025, students specialising in Genetics & Biotechnology had the opportunity to take part in a new addition to the BSc curriculum: Genomics (LTGI.00.006), a course designed to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of genomic research.
PhD position: Understanding the genetics, omics, and lifestyle contributions to eye diseases and their associations with systemic disorders
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join a multidisciplinary project at the University of Tartu's Institute of Genomics.
New rector of the University of Latvia visited the University of Tartu
On 6 May, the Rector’s Office met with the rector and representatives of the University of Latvia, who also visited Delta Centre and the Estonian Biobank.
Estonian universities and Estonian Research Council call to act on injustice
All Estonian public universities will celebrate Diversity Week from 5–11 May for the second year. This year’s focus is on encouraging people to notice and to act.
Professor of Radiology Pilvi Ilves gives her inaugural lecture on childhood stroke which can have severe consequences
On 22 May, at 16:15, Professor of Radiology of the University of Tartu Pilvi Ilves gives her inaugural lecture on childhood stroke in the university’s assembly hall. The lecture is in Estonian.
PhD position: Genetics of individual hormone sensitivity
Cyclical fluctuations in female sex hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone, influence women’s physical, emotional, and cognitive health.
Conference „Ribosomes and antibiotics“
Welcome to the Estonian Doctoral School conference „Ribosomes and Antibiotics“! The conference is aimed at the PhD students and researchers of biomedical research and will be taking place 9-10 June.
PhD position: Genetic basis of host susceptibility to respiratory viruses and chronic respiratory diseases
The aim of this doctoral research project is to elucidate the genetic background of chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs), with a focus on the interplay between respiratory viral infections and host genetics.
Institute of genomics invites applications for doctoral programmes
There are 7 projects open for applying.
PhD position: Elucidating the fine-scale demographic history of the Eastern Baltic by incorporating haplotype-based analyses and modelling
This project focuses on advancing our understanding of the genetic history of the Eastern Baltic through the analysis of ancient DNA (aDNA) and integrating cutting-edge bioinformatic methods.
What you need to know before applying for a doctoral programme
Doctoral studies are a part of the career path, giving you the knowledge and future skills needed to become a top specialist or manager.
University of Tartu invites applications for doctoral programmes
The university opens 182 student places in doctoral studies this spring. Everyone who desires to create new knowledge and pursue a career as a researcher, top specialist or manager is welcome to apply.
