How much algorithm can democracy take?

Journalism and democracy are closely intertwined. In which direction will they develop? The University of Vienna invites readers throughout Austria to contribute ‘data donations’ to the Good News Project and participate in shaping the future of news reporting.

• How much algorithm can democracy take?

Modern archaeology: More than just digging for bones

Using the latest scientific methods, Tom Higham and Katerina Douka from the University of Vienna want to solve a great mystery of human evolution: Why are we the only humans left?

• What ancient genes tell us about who we are

Hoping that we can soon forget about Alzheimer’s

Molecular biologist Sascha Martens and his team investigate the associated process – autophagy. The video reveals what keeps the scientists genuinely curious: Team spirit, the passion for a topic and their common goal of making a difference.

• Hoping that we can soon forget about Alzheimer’s

Genuinely curious.

Under the slogan "Genuinely curious. Since 1365.", academics show what it means to conduct cutting-edge research in their daily activities: dealing courageously and intensively with challenges, advancing into yet unknown fields and a high level of self-motivation and team motivation. At the end of the day, the teams at the University of Vienna contribute greatly to the advancement of our society.

You can look forward to meeting prominent personalities from the University of Vienna. Read interesting reports and interviews in our research magazine Rudolphina.