Teaching & Outreach
In addition to public media platforms, we communicate our work and findings in public forums, conferences and themed events.
We have strong commitment to university teaching and training of driven students.
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Invited lectures
Raksts_Z.Orlovskis_Kritikas minifestivāls_2024_ed.pdfPublic events
European Researchers Night
Our group regularly participates in scientific outreach and public engagement activities to educate general public about plant-microbe interactions and their implications for agriculture and human life. We hope to spark interest in the young generation about our research topics and their broader implications.
University teaching
BiolM019: Molecular plant-microbe-invertebrate interactions (6 ECTS)
Key concepts in mechanisms how plants interact with invertebrate pests and microbial pathogens
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BiolM066: Photosynthesis (6 ECTS)
Molecular adaptations and evolution of photosynthesis in uni- & multicellular organisms
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BiolM047: Mineral Nutrition of Plants (6 ECTS)
Genetic and molecular regulation of anatomical structures and physiology of roots
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BiolB050: Introduction to plant mineral nutrition (6 ECTS)
Acquisition of water and mineral nutrients from soil and their transport within the plant
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Schools & teachers
We have developed new school STEM curriculum and teaching materials as well as training courses for biology teachers nationwide
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We provide training and lab classes for pupils representing Latvia in the International Biology Olympiad.
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