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Lithuanian University of Health sciences (LSMU) announces International Summer Scientific Practice 2026. 

We offer a unique 1-2 months opportunity to engage in various scientific research topics listed here

Participation in scientific practice is free of charge. 

What is not included: travel, accommodation, and living expenses to be covered by trainee. 

If you are curious, motivated third-year or higher student in health sciences and want to train your critical, scientific, systemic and entrepreneurial thinking – please register here by May 1st, 2026. 

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To apply, please provide the following documents by email to agne.bartuskiene@lsmu.lt

  • Certificate of enrollment in health science studies program at your university (including university name, study program, and current study year); 
  • Transcript showing average grades in modules or subjects at your university; 
  • Letter of Recommendation from your local scientific supervisor; 
  • Curriculum vitae (CV); 
  • The certificate confirming the knowledge of English at minimum B2 level (CEFR) or similar;
  • Motivation letter;
  • Passport or ID card. 

Motivational interviews will only be conducted with selected applicants. 

RESEARCH TOPICS

Preliminary topic of foreign student’s scientific practice Timing of the scientific practice

Biopharmaceutical research laboratory, Institute of Pharmaceutical Technologies

(Sukileliu pr. 13, Kaunas)

Characterization of Structural and Bioactive Properties of an Oral Gel Evaluation of Their Dependence 2026-07-01 – 2026-08-31
Formulation Development and Physical Stability Evaluation of a Salt-Based Scrub July, 2026

Laboratory of Clinical and Molecular Gastroenterology, Institute for Digestive Research

(Eiveniu g. 4, Kaunas)

Transcriptional Responses to Tryptophan-Related Compounds in Human Intestinal Organoids in the Context of Inflammatory Bowel Disease 2026-07-01 – 2026-08-31

Surgical Gastroenterology Laboratory, Institute for Digestive Research

(Eiveniu g. 4, Kaunas)

In vitro assessment of the effect of hydroxyapatite supplemented with different metal ions on bone cell metabolic activity July, 2026
Comparison of bioenergetic parameters in rectal cancer tissues between patients who received different neoadjuvant treatments and those who did not, ex vivo July, 2026
Assessment of changes in AHR, ELAVL1, and DCK expression in gemcitabine-resistant pancreatic cancer cells August, 2026
Comparison of circulating cell-free DNA methylation in the blood plasma of pancreatic cencer patients and healthy individuals August, 2026
Establishing high-quality RNA-seq libraries from tumor and PBMC samples for translational oncology research July, 2026 – August, 2026

Laboratory or Drugs Targets Histopathology, Institute of Cardiology

(Sukileliu pr. 15, Kaunas)

Anticancer activity of sulphonamide derivatives in melanoma cell cultures in vitro July 1 – August 31, 2026

Laboratory of Bioinformatics, Institute for Digestive Research

(Eiveniu g. 4, Kaunas)

The Relationship Between Gastric Bacteria, Types of Gastric Cancer, and Treatment Options July, 2026
The Relationship Between Gastric Bacteria, Types of Gastric Cancer, and Treatment Options August, 2026

Laboratory of Neuromorphology, Institute of Anatomy

(A. Mickeviciaus g. 9, Kaunas)

Structural and immunohistochemical organization of the cardiac nervous system of humans and other mammals July 21 – August 30, 2026

Institute of Oncology, Faculty of Medicine

(Eiveniu g. 2, Kaunas)

Cardiac Injury Assessment in Patients Undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) July 1 – August 31, 2026
Exploring the Prognostic Role of Single Nucleotide Variants in Cancer August 1 – August 31, 2026

Preclinical Research Laboratory for Medicinal Products, Institute of Cardiology

(Sukileliu pr. 15, Kaunas)

Investigation of Transglutaminase-2 Expression and Activity in Endothelial–Astrocyte Cultures under Different Glucose Concentrations July, 2026 or August, 2026
Evaluation of Cytotoxic Effects of Immune Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles on Tumour Cells August 3-28, 2026
Study of the Effects of Small and Large Breast Cancer-Derived Extracellular Vesicles on Cardiomyocyte Bioenergetics July, 2026

Laboratory of Behavioral Medicine, Neuroscience Institute

(Eiveniu g. 4, Kaunas)

Associations of Genetic Polymorphisms and Personality Traits with Problematic Internet Use July 21 – August 21, 2026

Laboratory of Molecular Neurooncology, Neuroscience Institute

(Eiveniu g. 4, Kaunas)

Sensitization of Glioblastoma Cells to the Anticancer Drug Temozolomide through a Two-Way Attack on c-Myc July 1 – August 31, 2026

Laboratory of Molecular Neurooncology

(Eiveniu g. 4, Kaunas)

Molecular Analysis of mRNA Expression Associated with Temozolomide Resistance in Astrocytomas July, 2026
Preliminary topic of foreign student’s scientific practice Timing of the scientific practice

Department of Animal Nutrition

(Tilzes g. 18, Kaunas)

Application of the Latest Scientific Recommendations in Companion Animal Nutrition and Diet Evaluation July, 2026

Contacts

You need more information?
Get in touch. We will tell you about the practice and introduce the possibilities in detail.
Agnė Bartuškienė
International Programme Coordinator / Division of International Partnerships
A. Mickevičiaus 9, Medical Academy room 125
Agne.Bartuskiene@lsmu.lt