First ancient human herpesvirus genomes document their deep history with humans
Press release
Genomic data confirm that certain human herpesviruses became part of the human genome thousands of years ago
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.
New ways of remembrance
Rudolphina
Soon there will be no one left who lived through the Nazi period. Can we keep the memory alive for the next generations?
How Pointing Fingers Shape What We See in Old Master Paintings
Press release
Eye tracking experiment reveals that depicted pointing gestures increase attention to pointer's faces, target areas and narrative connections
Can AI feedback help us learn better?
Rudolphina
Educational researcher Jennifer Meyer discusses the risks and opportunities of AI-supported feedback.
First observation of ultra-thin two-dimensional materials in a state between solid and liquid
Press release
Novel insights into atomic-scale phase transitions in real materials
Pleasant-sounding words are easier to remember
Press release
People perceive words with different sounds as differing in their beauty
Research in motion
The video has been loaded and can be found below on the page.How do microorganisms affect human health and our ecosystems? In this video, the team of the Center of Excellence for Metaproteomics at the University of Vienna explains the insights provided by cutting-edge mass spectrometry and and where these findings are applied. 
The video has been loaded and can be found below on the page.What do future teachers think about climate education and how do they teach it in the classroom? Veronika Winter studies the beliefs of biology teacher education students about teaching climate change. Find out more in the video! 
The video has been loaded and can be found below on the page.From the microbiome to quantum research, knowledge in crisis to energy storage, Eurasia, the mysteries of our brain, and bioengineering: With seven "Cluster of Excellence", the University of Vienna is conducting research for the future.
Experiencing research made easy
Is AI All We Need? Insights from the Climate Change and Migration Fields
Diskussion, Round Table
Imagining Better Worlds: Enacting Insurgent Feminist Futures
Seminar, Workshop, Kurs
ie.talks: Etienne Schneider
Antrittsvorlesung, Public Lecture, Vortrag
Käthe-Leichter-Vorlesung: Alyssa Schneebaum:
Antrittsvorlesung, Public Lecture, Vortrag
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.
New professorships in January 2026
Professorship
A warm welcome to our five new professors.
Call for applicants: Science for Policy Summer School
University
Doc students and postdocs can apply for a summer school to explore how research can contribute to green and evidence-informed policymaking.
Obituaries
University
The University of Vienna mourns the loss of two former professors and a postdoctoral researcher.
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.
