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Prämierte Forschungen: Nachhaltige Transformation im Fokus

Entwicklungsforschungspreis: Zu Gast live im Studio sind die Preisträger des des Jahres 2025.

1 min read · 24. April 2026
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Armenian Researcher Enhances Genomic Skills at BOKU University Through APPEAR Programme

Young Armenian researcher from from Yerevan State University Shoghik Ghazaryan completed an intensive population genomics training at BOKU University, gaining valuable expertise and fostering new opportunities for international research collaboration between Armenia and Austria.

2 min read · 15. April 2026
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KI-WATER Project Students Launch Joint Hydrological Field Campaign in the Kigezi Highlands

In February 2026, two Master's students from BOKU University began a six-week collaborative research field campaign with Environmental Sciences students from Kabale University (KAB) in the Kigezi Highlands of southwestern Uganda.

3 min read · 02. April 2026
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Shaping Urban Futures: PhD Research on Housing and Urbanization in Ethiopia

Moges Wubet Shita, a PhD researcher and APPEAR scholar at Vienna University of Technology, explores the complex link between urbanization and housing in Ethiopia. His work combines spatial analysis, machine learning, and field research to uncover the drivers of urban expansion and housing affordability. Recently presented at the REAL CORP Conference 2026 and published in leading journals, his research provides valuable insights to support sustainable urban development and informed policymaking in rapidly growing cities.

4 min read · 31. March 2026
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International Project Exchange at the Department of Social Work

As part of the APPEAR project on career and educational counseling in Ethiopia, MCI welcomed project partners to Innsbruck in February 2026, followed by a return visit to Ethiopia later that month. Through site visits, professional exchange, and in-depth discussions with key stakeholders, the project is strengthening international collaboration and driving the sustainable development of counseling services across 15 Ethiopian universities.

2 min read · 31. March 2026
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Global Gateway: Chancen und Risiken der EU Initiative

Internationale ExpertInnen skizzieren Chancen und Risiken von Global Gateway für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Entwicklung – von Hochschulkooperationen bis zum Wissenstransfer. Ö1 ORF Campusradio 26.03.26 20:00-21:00 Uhr

2 min read · 25. March 2026
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BOKU and Kabale University Strengthen Research Collaboration

A high-level delegation from BOKU University visited Kabale University (KAB) to assess progress on their collaborative projects and define the next phase of their strategic academic collaboration.

3 min read · 16. March 2026
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PhD Research on Irrigation Effects on Yield and Nitrogen Dynamics in Grain Legumes

Mariam Mardanyan from Armenia is a PhD researcher at BOKU University, Vienna. Her work focuses on identifying crop strategies suited to both irrigated and low-input farming systems. In the long term, her research aims to advance climate-resilient agriculture, enhance soil health, and strengthen global food security. The results are highly relevant for Armenia, Austria, and the global agricultural community.

3 min read · 12. March 2026
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Gerald Kwikiriza completes his PhD at BOKU University, Austria

In January 2026, Gerald Kwikiriza successfully defended his PhD with distinction at BOKU University. His research explored how fish translocations and aquaculture practices shape genetic diversity and hybridization. The work has already resulted in five publications in peer-reviewed journals and is generating important insights to strengthen Nile tilapia breeding programs while supporting the conservation of endangered species across East Africa.

3 min read · 11. March 2026
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Invitation to Alumni Talk with Fernando Ruiz Peyré

Join us on 23 April 2026 at 18:00 at the OeAD. Fernando Ruiz Peyré will share his personal and professional experiences as a doctoral student and researcher at the University of Innsbruck and the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Drawing on his involvement in international research projects, the talk will also focus on interdisciplinary mountain research and international cooperation.

2 min read · 01. March 2026
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Welt im Ohr - Globale Zusammenhänge im Blick: Die 9. Entwicklungstagung 2025 in Innsbruck

Im Februar, dem Monat der Wissenschaftsförderung für Mädchen und Frauen, blickt Welt im Ohr auf die 9. Entwicklungstagung zurück.

2 min read · 27. February 2026
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Wissenschaft für mehr Gerechtigkeit: BM Holzleitner ehrt herausragende Entwicklungsforschung

Felix Dorn für herausragende Leistungen in der Entwicklungsforschung gewürdigt; Nachwuchspreis geht an Anna-Maria Brunner

3 min read · 17. February 2026