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Workshop on ethics of artificial intelligence will take place in Tartu
On 25–26 August, the workshop on the ethics of artificial intelligence, "Ethics of AI: Navigating Challenges to Values, Society, and Human Welfare," will be held at the University of Tartu.
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.
A scientist fascinated by the learning ability of computers
Abbas Cheddad is an Associate Professor of Applied Data Science at the Institute of Computer Science. His research focuses on computer vision, applied machine learning, and image processing and analysis. He was interviewed by Professor Jaak Vilo, Head of the Chair of Data Science.
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.
University of Tartu researchers have found a way to give old smartphones a new life
A recently published article by researchers at the University of Tartu Institute of Computer Science introduces a novel approach to reducing electronic waste and advancing sustainable data processing: turning old smartphones into tiny data centres
Best student projects in 2025 selected
On 29 May, the Final Event of the Institute of Computer Science Student Project Contest took place in the Delta Study Building.
Robert Ranisch's presentation on artificial intelligence in medicine
On Monday, 2 June at 16:15 an English-language colloquium will take place at the University of Tartu Delta Centre (Narva mnt 18–1008) and on Zoom, discussing the adoption of generative AI in medicine as a large-scale social experiment. The presentation will highlight the need for ethical conditions that support responsible and gradual implementation.
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.
The University of Tartu High Performance Computing Center obtained the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification
The internationally recognised standard confirms that the University of Tartu High Performance Computing Center adheres to the highest data protection and security procedures. This achievement is the result of years of work by the team at the High Performance Computing Center to create an effective security system to protect computing infrastructure.
May Thorseth's presentation on surveillance capitalism and artificial intelligence
On Tuesday, 27 May at 16:15 at the University of Tartu Delta Centre (Narva mnt 18–1025), an English-language colloquium will take place, exploring how surveillance capitalism and AI algorithms restrict individual autonomy by turning human behaviour into data that is predicted, directed, and monetised.
New rector of the University of Latvia visited the University of Tartu
On 6 May, the Rector’s Office met with the rector and representatives of the University of Latvia, who also visited Delta Centre and the Estonian Biobank.
Help choose the best Estonian-speaking AI
Estonian researchers have created the AI Barometer where users can compare the responses of language models and assess their proficiency in Estonian. Everyone is welcome to try out the barometer at baromeeter.ai. The researchers aim to collect at least 50,000 comparisons by the end of June.
We are once again taking part in the Digit software conference
The event takes place on 9 May at the Kammivabrik in Tartu, and as has become tradition, we will be present in several ways.
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.
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.
Data Science Seminar "Decoding Humans: How Data Drives Human-Centric Solutions"
The Data Science Seminar "Decoding Humans: How Data Drives Human-Centric Solutions" will explore how the evolving data landscape is reshaping product design and user experience.
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.
University of Tartu invites applications for doctoral programmes
The university opens 182 student places in doctoral studies this spring. Everyone who desires to create new knowledge and pursue a career as a researcher, top specialist or manager is welcome to apply.
