News
Here you will find the news published on our institute's website (in order of publication).
Press articles in media publications and TV and radio recordings, are available on the Media page.
The number of applications to study at the University of Tartu increased by 16%
This year, 10,808 people applied for first and second-level studies at the University of Tartu, submitting 14,863 applications.
Over 3,000 people graduated from the University of Tartu this year
This spring, the University of Tartu issued diplomas to 3,093 new alumni.
Council of Europe Development Bank and Nordic Investment Bank to co-finance construction of University of Tartu’s new academic and research building in Maarjavälja
The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and the University of Tartu have agreed on up to 100 million euros financing for the construction of the university’s academic and research buildings in Tartu and Tallinn, Estonia.
University of Tartu’s new strategic plan focuses on enhancing international competitiveness and societal impact, and creating the best learning and working environment
On 16 June, the council of the University of Tartu approved the new strategic plan, which sets the direction for the university’s activities for the next ten years.
What sights can we see in Tartu along Struve Geodetic Arc?
From 12 June to 21 September, all University of Tartu staff and students and everyone else are welcome to complete the orienteering course “Exploring Tartu along Struve Geodetic Arc”.
Seminar „Novel strategies and considerations in fighting pathogens“
16. juunil kell 10.00 algab ruumis 217 seminar „Novel strategies and considerations in fighting pathogens“.
Eneken Riin Salong to lead University of Tartu Student Union
On Thursday, 5 June, a new board for the University of Tartu Student Union (UTSU) was elected during a meeting of the student parliament.
Thermo Fisher Baltics Delegation Visited the Institute
On June 10, a delegation from Thermo Fisher’s Baltic branch in Vilnius — part of the world’s largest biotechnology company — visited the Institute.
University of Tartu is the only research institution in Estonia to be positively evaluated in all six fields of research
On 23 May 2025, Minister of Education and Research Kristina Kallas approved the results of the external evaluation of Estonian research and development. The University of Tartu was the only institution in Estonia to receive a positive evaluation in all six fields: natural sciences, engineering and technology, medical and health sciences, agriculture and veterinary sciences, social sciences, and humanities and the arts.
UT Academic Sports Club invites university members to respond to physical activity survey
All students, staff and alumni of the University of Tartu are invited to respond to a physical activity survey of the University of Tartu Academic Sports Club until 20 June.
Research Integrity Seminar: Developing Effective E-Learning in Research Integrity
European Horizon Alliance4Life_BRIDGE project invites you to the research integrity seminar in Tartu on October 2-3, 2025.
Mark your calendar: three-minute thesis competition for doctoral students will be held on 22 October
We invite engaging presentations from all fields of research, delivered in clear language, in Estonian or English.
Research and innovation gap in Europe is narrowing, but its elimination requires continuous support and improvements
Over the past decade, widening countries (those with lower research and innovation performance) have made substantial progress in increasing their participation in European research and innovation programmes. However, differences have emerged in the development capacity and needs of research institutions in these countries.
Art sale at Omicum Gallery in support of Ukraine
5. maist 30. juunini on Omicumi aatriumis üleval Silvia Vislapi uus näitus „Elu toetuseks”.
Jan Larsson guest seminar: “Chromosome-wide gene regulation and aneuploidy – lessons from the fruit fly”
A guest seminar will take place on Tuesday 13 May at 14.00 in room 218 (Riia 23, Tartu).
Estonian universities and Estonian Research Council call to act on injustice
All Estonian public universities will celebrate Diversity Week from 5–11 May for the second year. This year’s focus is on encouraging people to notice and to act.
Conference „Ribosomes and antibiotics“
Welcome to the Estonian Doctoral School conference „Ribosomes and Antibiotics“! The conference is aimed at the PhD students and researchers of biomedical research and will be taking place 9-10 June.
Tartu Student Days Spring Festival features more than one hundred diverse events
Most of the events taking place during the Tartu Student Days Spring Festival from 25 April to 3 May are organised by student organisations from Tartu’s higher education institutions.
Spring Run attracted a record number of sports enthusiasts
On 16 April, despite the rainy weather, the third University of Tartu Spring Run took place, with over 700 participants reaching the finish line.
Biological plant growth stimulator improves soil quality and combats pests
Researchers from the Chair of Genetics at the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology have launched a new two-year project titled “Biological Plant Protection Product,” funded by the European Union Structural Funds through the circular economy programme, with support from the Centre for Environmental Investments.
