Organisation profile
Organisation profile
The Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL) is an internationally recognized leader in materials science and cross-disciplinary topics. ISSP UL combines world-class expertise with state-of-the-art facilities to conduct groundbreaking research that shapes the future of science, educate and inspire the next generation of scientists, and deliver innovative solutions tailored to industry needs.
Our research is focused on three strategic areas:
- Materials for photonic devices
- Advanced materials for energy
- Microfluidics and biomedical technologies
ISSP UL collaborates with over 100 scientific institutions worldwide, carrying out more than 50 research projects annually, with about one third carried out in partnership with industry – bridging the gap between science and business to create real-world impact.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 14 Life Below Water -
SDG 15 Life on Land -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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A general overview of waste aluminum role in the production of hydrogen
Canales, C. P., Richter, C. P., Milcius, D., Knoks, A., Kristófersson, D. M., Ramírez, G., Borgschulte, A. & Blugan, G., 14 Apr 2026, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 225, 154526.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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A SHORT REVIEW OF TURQUOISE HYDROGEN PRODUCTION VIA METHANE PYROLYSIS OVER CATALYTIC SYSTEMS
Sika, R. K., Knoks, A. & Grinberga, L., Feb 2026, In: Latvian Journal of Physics and Technical Sciences. 63, 1, p. 3-15 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Assessing the electric field sensitivity measured by pixelated differential phase contrast imaging in vacuum both in the absence of external fields and under field-bound conditions
Ranieri, P., Ignatans, R., Boureau, V. & Tileli, V., Mar 2026, In: Ultramicroscopy. 281, 114307.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access