FACE-ing the Amazon's Future
Research
The burning of fossil fuels and land-use changes drive CO2 levels up. How will that affect the Amazon? A international project is about to find out.
News
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.
Vampires in the Deep: An Ancient Link Between Octopuses and Squids
Press release
A "genomic living fossil" reveals how evolution of octopuses and squids diverged more than 300 million years ago
How much participation can classrooms take?
Rudolphina
Educational scientist Veronika Wöhrer explains the importance of joint decision-making between teachers and students for schools and democracy.
Against previous assumptions: Shark and ray diversity is declining, not increasing
Press release
Surprising long-term decline reveals urgent conservation priorities: preserving and restoring diverse coastal habitats
Researchers discover security vulnerability in WhatsApp
Press release
Worldwide enumeration of accounts was possible due to a —now closed— privacy vulnerability
Eleven "Highly Cited Researchers" at the University of Vienna
Press release
This year, eleven scientists from the University of Vienna are included in the list of the world's 2025 most cited Researchers
Research in motion
The video has been loaded and can be found below on the page.Maria Pinto accompanies Gerhard Herndl and his team on sea: Their expedition set out to uncover one of the ocean’s great mysteries: where does the carbon that fuels life thousands of meters below the surface come from? 
The video has been loaded and can be found below on the page.Humans and dogs share a close bond, but do they process social cues in the same way? What can dog brains tell us about social behavior in Humans? Get to know scientist Magdalena Boch and her fascinating research 
The video has been loaded and can be found below on the page.As a child, he never wanted to go where it was hot. "In a way, I was drawn to the Arctic by negative selection," Peter Schweitzer says. Today, as a Professor of Social and Cultural Anthropology at the University of Vienna, he has dedicated his career to exploring the Arctic life.
Experiencing research made easy
Prof. Lea Ypi (LSE London): "Aufrecht. Überleben im Zeitalter der Extreme"
Buchpräsentation, Lesung
Hans Tuppy-Lecture: Brenda Schulman - Visualisierung von Ubiquitin-vermittelter Regulation
Antrittsvorlesung, Public Lecture, Vortrag
Führung Universität und Judentum
Führung
Abschiedsvorlesung Hans Schelkshorn
Ehrung, Festveranstaltung
Learning in times of change: What skills do we need tomorrow?
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.
Orange the World: International campaign to prevent violence against women
University
The UN campaign ‘Orange the World’ is an annual initiative that takes place every year between the International Day for the Elimination of Violence…
Quantum ilab 2025
University
After an intensive bootcamp, quantum researchers pitched start-up ideas at the University of Vienna during Quantum ilab Demo Day 2025.
Hans Tuppy Lecture with biochemist Brenda Schulman
University
As part of the Hans Tuppy Lecture series, biochemist Brenda Schulman will present the latest findings from her research on December 2.
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.
11 things you should definitely do during the summer break
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?
Blog
Eight FAQs about the application and admission – so that nothing stands in the way of your start at the University of Vienna.
An internship in Aarhus – the City of Smiles
Blog
Zoe Zweifler has spent four months on an Erasmus+ internship at Aarhus University – and here she shares her experiences and insights.
Our news channels at a glance
Rudolphina
Rudolphina is the research magazine of the University of Vienna. Here, you can find first-hand knowledge – directly from a research team, the laboratory or a think tank.
Podcast
The podcast An der Quelle (at the source) takes you to where new knowledge is created: researchers at the University of Vienna share what they’re working on – whether in the field, at their desks, or at remote research stations."
Blog
Our univie Blog is a collection of stories from the many people who make up the University of Vienna. Dive in and explore their perspectives.
Press room
Access the latest press releases, expert contacts across diverse scientific fields, contact persons in the Media Relations team, and a curated selection of press images.
