University News
Humans alter the marine fossil record
Marine sediments help us to understand climate changes in the present as well as the past, but they are altered by humans in various ways.
10.05.2024 | [more]
Interview with Turing Award winner Yoshua Bengio on the topic of AI
Yoshua Bengio is considered one of the world's leaders in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning.
26.04.2024 | [more]
Six new ERC Advanced Grants
The university congratulates its researchers. 135 ERC grants have already been awarded to researchers of the University of Vienna since 2007.
19.04.2024 | [more]
A new simulation method boosts the study of molecular processes
A team of researchers led by Christoph Dellago with Sebastian Falkner presents a new algorithm for the computer simulation of molecular systems that undergo rare yet critical transformations.
08.04.2024 | [more]
"Semester question" on artificial intelligence
AI is changing our perception of knowledge and learning, of knowledge production and knowledge transfer. Is AI shaking the very foundations of our knowledge, fuelling fake news, conspiracy theories and the crisis of democracy?
17.03.2024 | [more]
The new Environment and Climate Research Hub
Research Today, Secure Tomorrow. Tackling climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution demands global collaboration. The ECH provides essential knowledge, space for collaboration, and support for our shared future.
09.03.2024 | [more]
International Report 2023
The International Report 2023 presents current facts and figures on internationalisation activities at the University of Vienna.
09.03.2024 | [more]
Translation technology: Bridging language barriers in disaster relief
Are you ready to see how AI-based translation technology can facilitate multilingual communication in disaster relief? Join Claudia Wiesinger, as she uncovers the power of language and AI in aiding those in need.
29.02.2024 | [more]
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
On this occasion, the University of Vienna shines a spotlight on female academics working at its natural sciences faculties and centres.
14.02.2024 | [more]
New professorship
Han van der Aa has been Professor of Computer Science and part of the Workflow Systems and Technology research group since February 2024.
01.02.2024 | [more]
New project on biodegradable plastics
New project: University of Vienna and BASF start research collaboration on biodegradable plastics in compost.
24.01.2024 | [more]
PhD project: Exploring the Human Brain
Dive into the fascinating world of neuroscience with Catarina Martins Costa, winner of the Impact.Award 2023! She explores the intricacies of human brain development using an innovative approach—brain organoids.
24.01.2024 | [more]
EPIQUE - European Photonic Quantum Computer
EPIQUE, a research project funded by the European Commission, aims to establish the foundation for a European quantum computer based on photons, the quanta of light.
18.01.2024 | [more]
Tips and offers for students
Here you find a collection of tips and offers that will make the next semester at the University of Vienna an easy one.
19.12.2023 | [more]
Four new ERC Grants
Marine microbiologist Jillian Petersen, political scientist Alice Vadrot, sociologist Caroline Berghammer and astrophysicist Kristina Kislyakova each receive an ERC Consolidator Grant.
07.12.2023 | [more]
Anti-Semitism has no place at the University of Vienna
Anti-Semitism and the trivialization of terror have no place at the University of Vienna. Statements and information on the terrorist attack on Israel.
30.10.2023 | [more]
Keynote by Katharine Hayhoe: From worried to activated
On October 19 Katharine Hayhoe, one of the best-known physical climate scientists and a Professor at the Texas Tech University, visited the University of Vienna for a spontaneous talk on How to Catalyze Change in a Warming World.
25.10.2023 | [more]
Graduates strengthen our economy and society
Graduates of the University of Vienna are in demand and contribute their expertise to the Austrian labour market in all fields of economy and society as the graduate tracking (ATRACK) show.
23.10.2023 | [more]