Institute of Atomic Physics and Spectroscopy (IAPS) at University of Latvia performs internationally recognised fundamental and applied research in atomic physics, spectroscopy, photonics and related areas. New optical methods and devices for applications in industry, medicine and environmental monitoring are being developed, as well. High quality of the research is assured by 11 physics doctors, 5 PhD candidates and 19 bachelor, master and doctoral students who are involved in the IASP projects.

The Institute has been supported by European Commission as a centre of excellence of fundamental and applied research. Active international scientific collaboration is facilitated by International Society of Applied Optics, Latvian Section of the Optical Society of America (OSA), and Latvian Regional Committee of International Commission for Optics (ICO), all acting under the IAPS umbrella.