Institute of Public Health
Summary of scientific activities on the RSU Research Portal
The aim of the RSU Institute of Public Health is to create science-based evidence for public health policy and practice.
Current research projects
International projects
Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe
The aim of the project: Collect data on health, psychological, economic, demographic aspects and social support for people aged over 50 years in different European countries, providing opportunities for research and creation of health and welfare policy.
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ERA4Health Partnership HealthEquity project ePlatform for Promoting Health in Schools (ePro-Schools)
The aim of the project: ePro-Schools will co-design and evaluate a modular eHealth platform to promote physical activity and healthy eating, and reduce sedentary behaviours using an innovative approach through the implementation of an eHealth platform in adolescents in disadvantaged settings.
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ERA4Health project Implementation of Cancer Screening Programs (EUCanScreen)
The aim of the project: To ensure the sustainable implementation of high-quality screening for the treatment of breast, cervical and colorectal cancer, as well as to introduce the new screening programs for the early detection of lung, prostate and stomach cancer.
Institute of Public Health as a cooperation partner:
- WP6 Barriers and facilitators to the implementation of successful cancer screening
- WP9 Risk-based approaches
- WP10 Modeling and health technology assessment to optimize cancer screening programs across Europe
- WP11 Capacity building
AAPEHS: Adolescent and Adult Perspectives on European Health System Performance: A Four-Country Study
The aim of the project: To use a new study tool developed by an international team of researchers led by the Harvard School of Public Health to measure health system performance from the population perspective in four target countries: Latvia, the Netherlands, Scotland and Switzerland. The People’s Voice Survey (PVS) is designed to measure health system quality (e.g., care pathways, experiences of care, and trust and confidence in the health system) in a systematic and comparable way, using nationally representative samples
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Latvian Council of Science Projects, State and National Research Programmes
Innovation Fund – sectoral research programme
National Research Programme project in Biomedicine, Medical Technologies, and Pharmacy
The aim of the project: create a national-level research platform in biomedicine focused on addressing public health challenges within the RIS3 specialization area ("Biomedicine, medical technologies, biopharmacy and biotechnology").
Institute of Public Health as a cooperation partner:
WP8 Development of a prototype of a polygenetic risk calculator integrated into health care for the prevention and treatment of the most common multifactorial diseases in Latvia.
The aim of the group: To create a universal tool adapted to the population of Latvia for calculating polygenetic risk, to evaluate its performance for determining the risk of the most common multifactorial diseases and to develop recommendations for its integration into existing disease prevention and treatment programs in Latvia.
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State research programme 'Public Health'
New Knowledge and Approaches to Reduce Antimicrobial Resistance, Limit the Spread of HIV and Expand Community Vaccination Coverage
The aim of the project: To develop new knowledge and approaches to reduce antimicrobial resistance, limit the spread of HIV and expand community vaccination coverage in a cost-effective way.
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Development of a New Computer-Assisted Assessment Tool for Measuring and Monitoring Mental Health Outcomes of Adolescents in the Context of the Post-COVID Pandemic
The aim of the project: To develop a new computer-assisted assessment tool (CAAT) to measure and monitor mental health outcomes of adolescents aged 13–19, particularly focussing on the identification of risk factors for suicidal behaviour in the context of the post-COVID pandemic.
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Fundamental and Applied Research Project
Automated Patient Engagement and Tracking for Colorectal Cancer Screening in Primary Care
The aim of the project: is not only to increase screening rates in Latvia but also to develop a practical model that can be adapted to other cancer screenings and healthcare systems worldwide. This innovative approach seeks to transform screening practices, enhancing accessibility and efficiency globally.
Project No. KPVIS 5.2.1.1.i.0/2/24/I/CFLA/005
RSU internal / RSU & LSPA external consolidation
Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Breast Cancer Patients: A Pilot Study
The aim of the project: To assess patients' self-assessment of health after breast cancer surgical treatment using patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), and to assess the possibilities of integrating PROMs into surgical oncology care in Latvia.
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Factors Associated with Frailty and Fall-Related Mortality in the elderly population of Latvia
The aim of the project: Investigate frailty and analyse fall-related mortality and associated factors among the population aged 50 and above in Latvia.
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Modifiable Bio and Life-style Markers in Predicting Cognitive Decline (MOBILE-COG)
The aim of the project: To determine if various long-term lifestyle markers can predict the deterioration of pathological cognitive abilities even before the appearance of clinical symptoms, especially - emphasizing the role of long-term physical activities (or motor reserve) and lifestyle factors (cognitive reserve).
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Impact of Sport Type on Neck Functional Abilities, Movement Stereotypes, and Health Risks in Sports and Para Sports
The aim of the project: To evaluate the impact of sports and para-sports and their technical performance on neck structures, functional capacity, stereotype of movements, and related health risks.
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