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Nominate candidates for honorary decorations until 20 September
All university staff and students are invited to nominate candidates who deserve to be awarded the university’s honorary decoration for their outstanding achievements.
Kateryna Makova guest seminar: “Non-canonical DNA in the human and ape telomere-to-telomere genomes”
Teisipäeval, 2. septembril kell 10.15 toimub Riia 23 ruumis 218 külalisseminar teemal „Mitte-kanoonilise struktuuriga piirkonnad inimeste ja inimahvide genoomides“.
University of Tartu doctoral researchers are invited to three-minute thesis competition
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.
Heart health study has the required number of participants and moves to the next stage
In the genetic study on heart health led by the University of Tartu Estonian Biobank, the required number of participants – just over 2,500 gene donors – have now expressed their willingness to take part. With their help, researchers aim to determine whether heart disease can be more effectively prevented with cholesterol-lowering treatment based on genetic risk assessment.
The impact of many genetic variants depends on their parent of origin
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.
24th International Gene Forum to take place in Tartu, 9–10 September 2025
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.
New AI Study Clarifies the Origins of Papua New Guineans
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.
Estonian research sheds light on how genetic factors influence medication dosing
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.
The Estonian Biobank data helps explain why some individuals experience more side effects from antidepressants
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.
The number of applications to study at the University of Tartu increased by 16%
This year, 10,808 people applied for first and second-level studies at the University of Tartu, submitting 14,863 applications.
Over 3,000 people graduated from the University of Tartu this year
This spring, the University of Tartu issued diplomas to 3,093 new alumni.
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.
Opening ceremony of the 2025/2026 academic year
The University of Tartu’s opening ceremony of the 2025/2026 academic year will take place on the corner of Lossi and Ülikooli streets at Pirogov square on Monday, 1 September at 10:00.
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.
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.
