Research priorities

The following priority research directions have been defined at the University of Latvia for 2025–2027: 

1. Development of human capital, creation of a healthy, knowledge-based society;
2. Sustainability of the state, Latvian language and national identity, strengthening of history research and civic education – directions of a new social contract;
3. Technological and digital development of the state;
4. Strengthening global competitiveness;
5. Increasing innovation capacity;
6. Development of the state financial system and capital market. Tax system and its principles;
7. Strengthening international and national security;
8. Environmental sustainability and climate change mitigation;
9. Efficiency of public administration.

The development, enhancement, and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) tools serve as a key cross-cutting element in all activities carried out within priority research areas.

University of Latvia Senate Decision No. 2-3/20 of 24.02.2025 On Priority Research Directions of the University of Latvia (in LV)