Research at WU Vienna

Our 1,600 researchers focus on topics in the fields of business and economics, society, and law.

Current Research

To the newsroom
Pilot project on unconditional basic income debunks the myth of lazy free riders
Susann Fiedler investigated the effects of an unconditional income on labor market participation, mental health, and consumer behavior.

Meet Our Researchers

From Sidelines to Boardrooms
What companies can learn from football clubs

Football coaches know that the right team composition is crucial for success. The same is true for corporate teams that have to master complex tasks in a business context.

New Publications

Events

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Location: WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) Library & Learning Center Ceremonial Hall 1

on 15 October 2025 Starting at 18:00 - Ending at 19:30

Quo vadis, Donald Trump?

Taking stock a year into the second term
WU matters. WU talks.

Location: WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) Library & Learning Center Ceremonial Hall 1

on 22 October 2025 Starting at 18:00 - Ending at 19:30

Artificial Banking

Dear AI, please give me that loan!
WU matters. WU talks.

Location: WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) Library & Learning Center Ceremonial Hall 1

on 29 October 2025 Starting at 18:00 - Ending at 19:30

Clean Energy

Local approaches and globally aligned action
WU matters. WU talks.

Location: WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) Library & Learning Center Ceremonial Hall 1

on 05 November 2025 Starting at 18:00 - Ending at 19:30

Retiring at Age 75?

What pension reforms do we need?
WU matters. WU talks.