Topic: for society

On 27 October from 13–18, the University of Tartu development conference “A university for us, Estonia and the world” took place at the assembly hall of the university's main building and online to initiate a discussion on topics important for society and the university. The discussion were be based on the new University of Tartu strategic plan approved in June.

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.

In June, all interested are invited to communal work in the Maarjavälja experimental area (between Viljandi road and the University of Tartu Physicum) and at Jaamamõisa stream.

On Monday, 2 June at 16:15 an English-language colloquium will take place at the University of Tartu Delta Centre (Narva mnt 18–1008) and on Zoom, discussing the adoption of generative AI in medicine as a large-scale social experiment. The presentation will highlight the need for ethical conditions that support responsible and gradual implementation.

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.

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.

On Friday, 25 April at 14:15, an English-language colloquium will take place at the University of Tartu’s Philosophicum (Jakobi 2–336), exploring the links between suicide, considered decision-making, and the stigma surrounding mental health.

In collaboration with the University of Tartu and the city of Tartu, the green area in the Maarjavälja district will become an urban nature oasis where residents can experience a rich natural environment without leaving the city.

Starting today, 25 March, the Estonian Biobank will invite selected gene donors to participate in an extensive heart health research study.

The University of Tartu and the Blood Centre of Tartu University Hospital invite university members to the Blood Donor Day in the Delta Centre on 2 April, from 10:30 to 14:30.