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Victor Wegner Maus joins the Austrian Academy of Sciences
The Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW) has elected 46 new members.
Three new professors
In October, three new professors will start at WU, two of whom are from the US.
Long Night of Research 2026
On April 24, 2026, WU will open its doors for the Long Night of Research
WU wins two FWF doc.funds grants
Two international PhD programs offered by WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
Stepping out of the ivory tower: Citizen science at WU
WU is now a member of the Citizen Science Network Austria. The first exciting projects involving volunteer researchers are already underway.
Martin Halla receives OeNB funding
Funding for the research project on intergenerational mobility as part of the original OeNB Anniversary Fund
WU Projects: WU Vienna’s in-house research grants
WU supports promising research through its WU Projects in-house funding program. Take a look which projects are selected for grants in 2024
Humans vs. machines? Impact of automation on mental health
Automation is on the rise in the manufacturing industry. A new study is investigating how this affects workers' mental health.
Quo vadis, Business School?
Business schools are facing major challenges – and they need new strategies for the future.
TRANSREAL: Making country life climate friendly
A climate-friendly lifestyle is a challenge in rural areas. The TRANSREAL project develops promising solutions
Interactive map highlights heat vulnerability in Austria
Exploring how heat stress evolves over time in districts and municipalities in Austria
WU researcher develops AI and ethics certification
Austrian Standards has launched a new personal certification for AI and ethics ambassadors. It was developed by Sarah Spiekermann-Hoff.