Topic: research

Technology and innovation may not be a magic wand in tackling the climate crisis, but part of the problem
The Deep Transitions research group of the University of Tartu looked at the fundamental ideas, institutions and practices of modern industrial societies –– termed as industrial modernity –– during the past 120 years. Researchers identified two main problems that feed the environmental crisis.
31. January 2022 research
International community discusses ancient Nordic love and emotions in Tartu
On 27–29 January, the University of Tartu hosts the conference “Love and Emotions in Old Norse Literature”, which brings together leading experts from different parts of the world.
25. January 2022 internationalresearch
Number of infectious adults has grown almost four times in a month
The results of the prevalence study led by the University of Tartu show that the number of people with coronavirus infection has surged compared to December. Most of the infected persons have no symptoms, however, and carry the virus unknowingly. The percentage of adults with antibodies is increasing slowly, having risen only by 1 per cent over the last month.
25. January 2022 research
Research Ethics Committee of the University of Tartu
The University of Tartu Research Ethics Committee assesses the ethical and data protection aspects of studies on humans.
25. January 2022 research