On October 23, as part of the SWEB project the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL) welcomed representatives of BIOPOLIS – Center of Excellence for Research in Environmental Biology, Ecosystem Functioning and AgroBiodiversity, and CIBIO – Research Center in Biodiversity and Genetic Resources.
During the visit, Prof. Nuno Ferrand de Almeida, Dr. José Pedro Reis, and Dr. Joel M. Alves shared their experience in international collaboration with African partners, science communication, capacity building, and project development. The meeting encouraged open discussion and exchange of ideas, inspiring new directions for cooperation.
Such visits highlight ISSP UL’s commitment to fostering international relations and promoting the free flow of thought and knowledge among researchers and specialists – even beyond their immediate fields of expertise. Collaboration and dialogue across disciplines and borders remain key to scientific growth and innovation.
