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Author Archives: Inga Külmoja
Why Speaking Languages Is Inspiring, Enjoyable, and Healthy
Cognitive neurolinguist Professor Edna Andrews examines the links between languages and the brain, the benefits of multilingualism, and the role of semiotics. Continue reading
Posted in Humanities, Medical sciences, Research
Tagged brain, culture, identity, language, memory, multilingualism, neurolinguistics, neurosciences, semiotics
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How To Become Rich with Semiotics?
Chris Arning, the owner of a marketing consultancy in the UK, talks about using semiotics commercially, selling the semiotic approach to clients, and setting up and promoting one’s consultancy business. Continue reading
Posted in Career, Estonia, Studies, Tartu
Tagged branding, commercial semiotics, cultural codes, Juri Lotman, marketing, podcast interview, semiotics, UK
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Genes and Culture that Make You Drink (Alcohol)
Neuropsychopharmacologist Jaanus Harro and ethnologist Aimar Ventsel shed light on the genetic and cultural aspects of alcohol consumption. Continue reading
Posted in General, Medical sciences, Research, Social sciences
Tagged alcohol, alcohol consumption, drinking alcohol, environment, genetics, legislation
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Family Tradition Brings Ana from Georgia To Study Medicine in Tartu
Read the fascinating story of a Georgian family and their love for Estonia. Ana (17) started her medical studies at the University of Tartu in her father’s steps, but the story begins even earlier with Ana’s grandmother. Continue reading
Posted in Career, Estonia, Student life, Studies, Tartu
Tagged family tradition, Georgia, gynecology, medical studies, medicine, Tartu
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Tartu: Student-Friendly and Open-Minded. There Is History Here.
See what new international students think about their first weeks in Estonia, Tartu, and the university. Continue reading
Posted in Estonia, Student life, Studies, Tartu
Tagged first impressions, international students, student interview, student life, twitterview
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Discover Arvo Pärt, His Music and Silence
The world-famous composer Arvo Pärt served as Professor of Fine Arts at the University of Tartu last academic year. See what students discovered in his music and why it felt so special. Continue reading
The Song Festival Is Sacred for Estonians
This survey led by University of Tartu researchers reveals why the tradition of song and dance festivals is sacred for Estonians, and also lists the top 5 festival experiences. Continue reading
Posted in Estonia, Events, Research, Social sciences
Tagged dance festival, Estonia, Estonian culture, Estonians, national tradition, Song Festival
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