Latvian Council of Science initiative “Strengthening the EEA-Baltic Joint Cooperation Platform for Research Administrators"

Latvia (LV)

Bilateral initiative facts

Promoter:
Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia(LV)
Bilateral initiative number:
LV-RESEARCH-BI007
Status:
Completed
Initial cost:
€35,337
Actual cost:
€30,567
Initiative Types:
Capacity building and short-term training
Partners:
Icelandic Centre for Research (RANNIS)(IS)
Research Council of Norway(NO)
Programme:
Research and Education
Programme areas:
Research

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Description

The aim of the initiative is to strengthen the joint EEA and Baltic cooperation platform, in which stakeholders shall share experience and expertise in research management, as well as promote development of common future initiatives and common cooperation mechanisms.

As part of the initiative, it is intended to:


  1. gather and analyse the research management experience of the donorstates programme partners involved in the initiative;

  2. develop, organize and maintain regular activities for the experience exchange, bringing stakeholders together and strengthening the bilateral research cooperation

Summary of the results

The initiative “Strengthening the EEA-Baltic Joint Cooperation Platform for Research Administrators” implemented three key activities:

1) Visit to Iceland (31/08-3/09/2022)
The representatives of Latvia visited Iceland to exchange experiences and learn about Rannis''structure, research program monitoring, and IT system solutions. Discussions covered program administration, evaluation of scientific quality and social impact, and participation in EU programs. This visit strengthened cooperation.

2) Visit to Lithuania (27–28/09/2023)
During the visit to Lithuania, Latvian representatives explored the Lithuanian Research Council’s role in science policy and program implementation. The visit fostered collaboration in EEA/N programs, established new connections, and exchanged practices on research program management and administration.

3) Final Seminar (4–5/12/2024)
The seminar reviewed Latvia’s achievements in EU research frameworks, addressed open science, data security, and IT solutions, and discussed future cooperation opportunities. It outlined priorities for Baltic-Nordic collaboration and established steps for developing a joint research platform.

Results: Platform for collabiration among EEA and Baltic research bodies, recommendation for improving science management of research councils, proposal for joint initiatives to the EEA Bilateral Fund. This initiative has strengthened regional ties and set a foundation for sustainable cooperation in research management.

Information on the projects funded by the EEA and Norway Grants is provided by the Programme and Fund Operators in the Beneficiary States, who are responsible for the completeness and accuracy of this information.