CONFERENCEDuring the event, visitors will learn about the preservation, research, and practical applications of microorganisms, as well as the role of the collection in research and international collaboration. This time, particular attention will be given to long-term microorganism preservation approaches and cryopreservation methods, providing insight into their importance in scientific research and biological resource management.
Participants will also have the opportunity to gain insight into everyday laboratory work, explore laboratory facilities and equipment, and take part in demonstrations designed to provide a better understanding of microorganism preservation, cultivation, and analysis processes. The event will take place in an open and educational environment, promoting interest in science, microbiology, and study opportunities in this field.
Programma | ||
|---|---|---|
| Time | Activity | Room |
| 09:00–09:10 | Participant arrival and registration | Room 526 |
| 09:10–09:25 | Introduction to the Microbial Strain Collection of Latvia, its activities, and research directions | Room 526 |
| 09:25–09:40 | The importance of microorganism preservation in research and biological resource collections | Room 526 |
| 09:40–10:00 | Introduction to cryopreservation methods and long-term microorganism storage approaches | Room 526 |
| 10:00–10:30 | Laboratory tour: microorganism handling processes and equipment demonstrations | Laboratory facilities |
| 10:30–10:45 | Cryocollection tour and practical insight into microorganism preservation procedures | Cryocollection facility |
| 10:45–11:00 | Questions, discussion, and information about study and research opportunities | Room 526 |
The activities of the Latvian National Node of the Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure, as well as the organization of the event, are supported by the ERDF co-funded project No. 1.1.1.5/3/25/I/011 “University of Latvia and Institutes in the European Research Area—Excellence in Research and Collaboration.”
