Research at WU Vienna

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

Current Research

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Mining-driven deforestation in Africa: new study reveals scale
Mining in Africa causes significantly more deforestation than previously assumed, new study involving WU shows.

Meet Our Researchers

Meet Our Researchers: Stephan Lutter
The hidden footprint of copper

WU-researcher Stephan Lutter examines how many natural resources – such as raw materials and water – we need to keep our economy running.

Welthandelsplatz 1 - Der Wissens-Podcast

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Episode 3
Bugs on the Menu

Positive Attitudes Versus Consumer Skepticism: Study finds emotional barriers often outweigh sustainability beliefs.

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