Research In Estonia

medical sciences

The results of the study show that we should be thinking about how to make a diverse diet that is largely based on plant-based food (fruits, vegetables, etc.) available and attractive to adolescents.

Students need more fruit and vegetable options at school

A physically active lifestyle is one of the prerequisites to good mental health in adolescents.

Physical activity and sleep help maintain good mental health in adolescents

The study showed that the working life of men with prostatitis-like symptoms was more frequently characterised by night shifts. Photo credit: Kaspar Orasmäe.

Men with prostatitis-like symptoms often consider their quality of life to be poor

Research In Estonia

University of Tartu scientists developed a test for detecting COVID-19 antibodies

In many societies one’s ancestors often come from the opposite corners of the world.

How to develop personalized medicine for multiethnic families?

The NIPT is a non-invasive screening method that only requires drawing blood from the mother

NIPT test developed by Estonian researchers is covered by Estonian Health Insurance Fund

Time will show whether we will be able to do something to slow down age-related changes. This study at least gives an idea as to which direction we should look to next.

How to slow down ageing?

In January, the first three personalised medicine babies were born in Estonia.

Personalised medicine increases IVF success rate

The scientists will use data from the Estonian Biobank and cell line experiments to investigate the biological function of genetic variants.

New research centre combines genomics, evolution and personalised medicine

Computer-based environment and virtual reality is one of the most novel possibilities for paediatric neurorehabilitation available today.

Computer-based programmes support children’s neurorehabilitation

People in Europe and the Nordic countries are at a higher risk of developing skin cancer due to their predominantly light and sun-sensitive skin type. Photo credit: Stina Kase.

A new hope for melanoma patients

Developing diagnostic biomarkers creates possibilities for their daily use, which in more complicated cases would allow diseases to be diagnosed more accurately and faster. Photo credit: Renee Altrov.

Towards biomarker-based diagnosis of psoriasis

In vitro fertilization (IVF)

Chromosomal aberrations created during in vitro fertilization do not endanger the future baby

P2X4 receptors inside the eosinophil

TalTech immunologists develop new leucocyte markers

Osteogenesis imperfecta or brittle bone disease

Towards better understanding of brittle bone disease

Parkinson's disease affects neurons in the substantia nigra located in the midbrain. Photo by: Pixabay.com

Towards better diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease

Physical activity may slow down the adverse effects of ageing. Photo by: Anete Palmik.

Regular exercise helps maintain independence in later life

Estonian Genome Center at the University of Tartu. Photo by: Renee Altrov

Science|Business: Estonian researchers strive to personalise healthcare

A happy Vietnamese child. Photo by: Unsplash.com

Improving treatment protocols of a common birth defect in Vietnam

EMBL Heidelberg Campus shot by a drone. Copyright EMBL. License CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Estonia becomes a prospect member of EMBL

High blood pressure is a risk factor for ischaemic disease. Picture by: Pixabay.com.

Strategies for reducing mortality from heart disease

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Getting the data of gene donors on their doctors’ desk

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Taking the detection of foetal chromosome disorders to the next level

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Giving students more autonomy in gym class has far-reaching benefits

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