In the 21st-century demography, we see more people in midlife than ever before, creating an entire generation burdened with responsibilities for both their children and their aging parents—while also expected to remain active in the workforce longer than ever! What are the consequences of this?

A number of Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) and Latvian Academy of Sport Education (RSU LASE) researchers have received funding for their projects in the Postdoctoral, Researcher and Research and Development Grant Application Call announced late last year by(RSU and RSU LASE. The supported research covers various fields: pharmaceutics, oral health of Latvian children and adolescents, genetics, immunology, sports science and others.

The Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) International Department invites students to become mentors for first semester international students who will be starting their studies at RSU in September 2025. Applications are open until 10 June.

The Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) International Department invites students to become mentors for first semester international students who will be starting their studies at RSU in September 2025. Applications are open until 10 June.

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Dr Ilze Aizsilniece on 11 May. Dr Aizsilniece was a member of the Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Convent of Councillors, President of the Latvian Medical Association (LĀB), and a practising family physician and homeopath.

Photo: Courtesy of LĀB

Members of the Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Alumni Association are invited to attend the association's general meeting on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.