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Roles & Affiliations: Aivars Pētersons is a Professor in the Department of Internal Diseases at the Paula Stradina Clinical University Hospital, where he has served as Head of the Nephrology Centre since September 1992. He holds expert roles at the Latvian Council of Science (2020–2023 and 2023–2026), focusing on clinical medicine research.
Education & Expertise: His expertise centers on kidney diseases, hypertension, and dialysis. He has contributed to projects exploring IgA nephropathy pathogenesis, B cell dysfunction in kidney disorders, and outcomes of kidney transplantation. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being (SDG 3).
Research Interests: Dr. Pētersons investigates nephrology topics including IgA nephropathy mechanisms, kidney graft rejection, and regional disparities in renal replacement therapy. His team employs clinical trials, histopathological analysis, and translational research to advance treatments for kidney diseases.
Recent Trends in Publications: His 2024–2025 work focuses on IgA nephropathy’s immunological underpinnings, cardiovascular risks post-kidney transplantation, and disparities in dialysis access across Latvia. Key themes include improving renal care through better understanding of biological pathways and clinical management strategies.
Advising & Grants: He supervises PhD candidates like Māra Saulīte and Aija Saulīte (Assistant students), overseeing projects on B cell roles in IgA nephropathy and intestinal dysbiosis. His grants include Latvian Council of Science funding for molecular studies and Ministry of Health projects on post-COVID-19 healthcare algorithms.
Labs & Teams: His research is conducted through the Nephrology Centre at Paula Stradina Hospital, collaborating with teams across Latvia and internationally to address kidney disease challenges.
