Monthly Archives: March 2012

Tartu Student Fashion Through Time

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Inga Külmoja

The story presents Tartu student fashion starting from 1632 through the end of the 20th century. The overview draws on the exhibition at the University of Tartu’s History Museum entitled: “Studying in style. Changing times, changing customs.” Continue reading →

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Forest Plants Have Found Shelter in Manor Parks

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Villu Päärt

Nowadays the avid renewal of old manor parks in Estonia is endangering unique natural environments that have evolved over several centuries. Continue reading →

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10 Do’s and Don’ts to Solve Your Writing Problems

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Djuddah A.J. Leijen

Djuddah A.J. Leijen from the Centre of Academic Writing and Communication at the University of Tartu gives advice on how to overcome one’s writing problems. Continue reading →

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‘New Biology’ Cures Before The Illness Strikes

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Arko Olesk

Hunting single genes does give a complete picture of how the human body works and illnesses develop. Instead, we should look at the networks of genes and proteins, says University of Tartu Professor Johan Björkegren. Continue reading →

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Underground Filled with Life

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Villu Päärt

Scientists from the University of Tartu used innovative methods to figure out the gene sequences of plants beneath the surface of the soil. This led to the discovery that species richness among them is much greater than one can see above the ground. Continue reading →

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