Category Archives: Research

The Top 10 Stories of 2013

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Inga Külmoja

See the 10 most popular stories on UT Blog in 2013. Happy New Year! Continue reading →

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Europeans and Indians Share a Light-Skinned Ancestor

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Villu Päärt

Find out how the lighter skin colour of Europeans and many Indians has been inherited from an ancestor living somewhere in the Middle East or Central Asia 20,000 years ago. Continue reading →

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Estonia – Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Triin Käpp

Emigration and population decline is an emotional topic for Estonians — researchers at the UT Centre for Ethics have delved into the personal stories of those who have left and share their findings. Continue reading →

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Exploring the Odd Charm of French Guiana as an Expedition Chef

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Ann Ideon

Read Ann Ideon’s story about an expedition to French Guiana, where she participated as a chef. Ann, a UT graduate in geography, has succeeded in combining her education with her passion for cooking. Continue reading →

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The Gender Gap, or When a Male Changes His Ways

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Inga Külmoja

Animal ecologists and psychologists come to similar conclusions: In stressful environments, the differences between males and females diminish. Continue reading →

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Nature or City? The Brain Makes the Difference

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Villu Päärt

When you see a picturesque forest lake from your window, the brain is working differently than when the view includes a maze of tall buildings. Continue reading →

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Religious People More Prone to Depression?

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Piret Pappel

What is the connection between a person’s worldview and the risk of becoming depressed? An international study shed some light on the links between religiousness, spirituality, and depression. Continue reading →

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