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University of Tartu coordinates major project for smarter use of cancer data in Europe
The UNCAN-Connect project (Decentralized Collaborative Network for Advancing Cancer Research and Innovation), led by the Estonian Cancer Network (ESTCAN) at the University of Tartu, aims to establish an international cancer data sharing platform to facilitate cancer prevention, monitoring, research, and treatment.
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.
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”.
City of Tartu invites everyone to communal work at Maarjavälja green area and Jaamamõisa stream
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.
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.
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.
Public lecture by Prof. Luiz Pessoa: “The entangled brain”
On June 12 at 16:00 Professor Luiz Passoa from the University of Maryland will give a public lecture titled “The entangled brain”. Listeners are welcome to Näituse 2 room 102 or Zoom.
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.
Seminar by Professor Tomi Rantamäki
Seminar by Professor Tomi Rantamäki
Seminar by Asoc-Prof. Nuno Barbosa-Morais
Seminar by Asoc-Prof. Nuno Barbosa-Morais
HEDIMED stakeholder event
HEDIMED stakeholder event
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.
Professor of Radiology Pilvi Ilves gives her inaugural lecture on childhood stroke which can have severe consequences
On 22 May, at 16:15, Professor of Radiology of the University of Tartu Pilvi Ilves gives her inaugural lecture on childhood stroke in the university’s assembly hall. The lecture is in Estonian.
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.
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.
What you need to know before applying for a doctoral programme
Doctoral studies are a part of the career path, giving you the knowledge and future skills needed to become a top specialist or manager.
Damian Oscar Muzzio talks in guest seminar about how immune cells adapt to pregnancy
Damian Oscar Muzzio from the University of Greifswald, Germany, will give a guest seminar on April 24 at 12:15 in room 217, Riia 23.
Maarjavälja green area will have sheep, meadows and berry bushes
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.
