Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) invites everyone to join European Researchers’ Night on 26 September from 18:00 to 22:00 and explore the world of medicine, dentistry, sports science, and the latest research achievements at the university. This year’s program will take place at the RSU Medical Education Technology Centre (Anniņmuižas Boulevard 26A, Rīga) and the RSU Red Cross Medical College (Jāņa Asara Street 5, Rīga), offering a wide range of engaging activities.

Visitors will meet researchers and students, take part in hands-on workshops and guided tours, and get a closer look at modern medicine, sports, and technology. The theme of this year’s event, “Discover the Researcher in You!”, encourages everyone to embrace curiosity, step into the world of science, and enjoy creative experiences.

Activities

Medical Education Technology Centre

• 3D Technologies in MedicineLearn how 3D technologies are used in healthcare and medical studies, and create your own 3D figure
• Genetics Lab How is DNA extracted, and how do your genes shape the way you look, see, and experience the world? Find out in the genetics lab
• Augmented Reality Game Take part in an AR game and try different breathing and cognitive tasks
• Interactive Test 'How Ethical a User Are You?'Explore the ethical aspects of using digital health monitoring tools and discover your own profile
• Letter to the FutureIf you could send a message to yourself or others 10 years from now, what would it be? Leave your note for the future
• Sports and MovementExplore your body’s abilities, the impact of movement, and try out different sports equipment
• Discover the RSU Library Explore resources, interactive learning tools, and see how artificial intelligence can help in research
• Human. Footprints. CrimeWhat can your footprint reveal about you? How are fingerprints taken? Step into the role of a detective in forensic activities
• Dentistry How tricky is it to place a dental filling? Try it and find out
• Evolution of the Blood Pressure Monitor From ancient tools to modern devices – discover the story of blood pressure measurement
• B-Space Business CircusJoin the RSU business incubator B-Space for an engaging 'business circus' game
• Obstetrics ABCStep into the delivery room and learn how babies enter the world
• First AidPractice essential first aid skills and help bring Annie back to life together with professionals
• Emergency DepartmentStep into a doctor’s shoes, explore the ER, and see what everyday life in medicine looks like
• SurgeryTie a real surgical knot, try laparoscopic surgery, and wash your hands like a true surgeon
• Pacient Care ZoneHow are medications administered? How is bleeding stopped? Learn hands-on in the patient care zone
• Military Medicine in an Immersive EnvironmentStep into an immersive setting and take part in a military medicine simulation
• Activity 'Breathe!'Try your hand at lung ventilation and discover the mechanisms of breathing
• Reaction and Balance ChallengeHow fast can you react to light signals and how well can you maintain your balance? Try out the interactive "Blazepod" lights and test your movement skills
• Test Your JumpFind out how high you can jump and how quickly your body reacts to signals! The "OptoJump Next" system precisely measures both vertical jump height and reaction time
• How Strong Are You?Use a hand dynamometer to measure the strength of your arm and leg muscles, determine the differences, and test how precisely you can control your strength in various tasks
• When a Person Moves, the Brain SpeaksDid you know that movement also changes the rhythms of your brain waves? Discover the possibilities of electroencephalography (EEG) in sports science and learn what brain activity reveals during movement
• Train Your Mind Like an AthleteTest your attention, reaction speed, and cognitive flexibility with the Vienna Test System – the same one used by athletes. The legendary hockey player Rodrigo Laviņš will also participate in the activity
• Sports in NumbersWhat are the biggest sports records in the world and how does Latvia compare? Discover fascinating facts and figures about sports around the world

Red Cross Medical College

• Microbes and BacteriaLearn how microbes emerge and how they affect our bodies
• Medical Plants and Modern PharmacologyBecome a plant researcher and explore how natural remedies are used in today’s medicines
• From Bones to 3D: Learning AnatomyThe human body from A to Z: bones, muscles, tissues, and how 3D technologies support modern anatomy studies
• The Science of Massage massage really a science? Absolutely. Discover its principles, different techniques, and why it is more scientific than you might think
• First AidTest your skills in first aid and lifesaving techniques

Researchers’ Night at RSU is an opportunity for children, young people, and adults alike to experience science up close – to see how it works in different fields and to take part in it directly. It’s a chance not only to try practical activities, but also to meet researchers, hear about ongoing projects, and explore study opportunities at the university.

Across Europe, European Researchers’ Night is making science accessible to everyone. At RSU, the evening promises diverse workshops and discoveries designed to both educate and inspire.