University of Vienna @Expo2025 in Osaka
Internationally renowned experts from the University of Vienna will gather at the "Building Futures" event at EXPO 2025 to highlight the range of innovative research and our joint effort of designing future society.

Shaping a sustainable and innovative future
The "Building Futures" event in the Austrian Pavilion at EXPO 2025 in Osaka provides a unique opportunity for the University of Vienna to highlight its contributions and commitment to shaping a sustainable and innovative future.
The event closely aligns with the overarching theme of EXPO 2025 "Designing Future Society for Our Lives" and stresses the importance of universities in driving social progress and technological innovation.
The importance of international collaboration
The University of Vienna has a long tradition of international collaboration, and our partnerships with Japanese universities are a key part of this global engagement. These collaborations foster academic exchange, support innovative research, and strengthen cultural understanding, benefiting both students and researchers.
These partnerships are not only about the advancement of knowledge – they also connect people across continents, fostering long-term relationships and mutual understanding between our institutions. By working together, we can tackle global challenges more effectively.
Our Experts @Expo2025 in Osaka
Eva Horn:
Thinking Climate through Culture
Michael Wagner:
Microbiomes: The Invisible Engines of Planetary Health
Thomas Pichler:
A Revolutionary New Instrument for Materials Science
Christa Schleper:
How Did Complex Life Forms Emerge on Earth
Wolfgang Mazal:
Social Politics in Aging Societies
Barbara Prainsack:
Trust Issues? Democracy, Trust and Solidarity in the 21st Century
Nuno Maulide:
The Chemistry of Tomorrow: How Molecular Innovation Shapes our Future
Philipp Ther:
Composing Past Futures: How Austria Built an Empire Through Music