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News and stories from the University of Vienna: detailed articles and podcasts about research, personal insights into student life, as well as the latest press releases – everything you need to know about research, studying, and teaching at a glance.

Focus on research

How curiosity generates knowledge: This section provides an overview of the diverse research projects conducted at the University of Vienna – explore our press releases, interviews in the research magazine Rudolphina, podcasts and reports.

The Slopes are Shifting: Tackling Landslides From Across Disciplines

10.07.2026 Research

We are changing the climate - and with it, the risk for landslides. Researchers have united to rethink the issue holistically.

The ghost in Orion's shell

09.07.2026 Press release

Picture of radio emission from neutral hydrogen atoms in the direction of the Orion Nebula.

New radio observations reveal hidden structures around the Orion Nebula

When do we start dancing? – How babies react to music

08.07.2026 Press release

The brain processes music from as early as three months of age, but dancing only begins towards the end of the first year of life

The democracy paradox

02.07.2026 Rudolphina

Democracy can backslide even when most people say they support it. Marta Vukovic explains why citizens tolerate democratic violations.

The "Male Democrat": an interview with Martin Conway

01.07.2026 Rudolphina

Doctoral researcher Johanna Taufner talks with the Oxford historian about the model of male-centred citizenship that dominates Western democracy.

Highlights from the Austrian Microbiome Day 2026

25.06.2026 Research

On June 22 the Cluster of Excellence Microbiomes Drive Planetary Health was hosting the first Austrian Microbiome Day at the University of Vienna.

Research in motion

How is social media changing our democracy? Where is the line between freedom of speech and hate speech? Magdalena Pöschl and Jörg Matthes discuss this in the video!
In this video, Marta Vukovic explores the question: Why does democratic backsliding happen despite widespread public support for democracy?
Quantum physicist and winner of the 2026 Wittgenstein Award Markus Aspelmeyer explains why the quest for a quantum theory of gravity is one of the greatest challenges facing modern physics.

Experiencing research made easy

RC21 Vienna 2026 – Inequalities and the City

Montag, 20. Juli 2026

09:00 - 22:00

Konferenz, Kongress, Tagung

RC21 Vienna 2026 – Inequalities and the City

Dienstag, 21. Juli 2026

09:00 - 22:00

Konferenz, Kongress, Tagung

RC21 Vienna 2026 – Inequalities and the City

Mittwoch, 22. Juli 2026

09:00 - 22:00

Konferenz, Kongress, Tagung

Online Informationsabend Steuerrecht und Rechnungswesen LL.M.

Dienstag, 28. Juli 2026

17:00 - 18:00

Sonstiges

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News from the University

What is happening at the University of Vienna? This section compiles the latest news from within the University to keep you up to date, ranging from prizes and awards to personnel changes.

New professorships in July 2026

06.07.2026 Professorship

A warm welcome to our new professors.

Holzleitner, Schütze: Austria set to become a centre for European democracy research

02.07.2026 Press release

European research infrastructure MEDem included in the ESFRI Roadmap 2026 – headquarters at the University of Vienna

Byzantium: A Medieval Empire as a Global Phenomenon

29.06.2026 Press release

Bild von Babenbergerherzog Leopold VI. und seiner byzantinische Gemahlin Theodora auf der 1914 gebauten Ankeruhr am Hohen Markt in Wien.

International Congress on Byzantine Studies: Vienna as a Centre for Research

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All about studying

What is happening in the area of studies? News about degree programmes, experience reports, tips and insights into everyday student life – directly on the University of Vienna’s blog.

Opening event for the lecture series "Health in Society"

04.03.2026 Studies

The lecture series “Health in Society” kicks off on March 18 with an opening event and a keynote address by Helena Hansen.

11 things you should definitely do during the summer break

05.07.2025 Blog

Time off from university over the summer is the ideal opportunity not only to relax but also to invest in your future.

Studying at the University of Vienna. How do I apply?

12.05.2025 Blog

Eight FAQs about the application and admission – so that nothing stands in the way of your start at the University of Vienna.

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