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Science communication

Toolkit for science communication

How can research findings be communicated in an understandable way? How should researchers respond to misinformation or critical questions? A new online service aims to support scientists in such communication situations.

1 min read · 05. March 2026
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Science communication

Evaluation consulting for effective science communication

The Impact Unit offers a free evaluation consulting service for science communication professionals. The aim is to further develop projects in an impact-oriented manner and to implement evaluation in a practical way.

1 min read · 03. March 2026
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Solidaritätskorps Erasmus+ European Programmes

Regelungen für Mobilitäten in betroffene Kriegsregionen in Nahost

Personen, die aufgrund einer noch bevorstehenden oder bereits angetretenen Reise Bedenken haben, sind nicht zum Antritt der Reise bzw. zur Fortführung des Aufenthaltes im Gastland bis zum vorgesehenen Ende der Mobilität oder des Freiwilligeneinsatzes verpflichtet.

1 min read · 03. March 2026
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Science communication

Neue Studie: Hohe Erwartungen an Wissenschaft in polarisierten Debatten

Eine neue Publikation untersucht, welche Rolle Wissenschaft und Wissenschaftskommunikation im Kontext einer Polarisierung der öffentlichen Debatte spielen sollen – und wo ihre Grenzen liegen.

1 min read · 02. March 2026
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Save the date: Erasmus+ und ESK Fachtagung am 28. Mai 2026 in Wien

Im Mittelpunkt der Fachtagung 2026 steht die europäische Strategie Union of Skills.

1 min read · 26. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

The new Citizen Science & Science Communication Newsletter is here

1 min read · 26. February 2026
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Wissenschaftsbotschafter:innen auf Erfolgskurs: Rekordzahlen und begeisterte Lehrkräfte

Die Initiative Wissenschaftsbotschafter:innen erreichte 2025 neue Höchstwerte: Mehr Schulbesuche, mehr engagierte Forschende und begeisterte Lehrkräfte. Besonders geschätzt wird, wie Wissenschaft greifbar gemacht wird – ein Impuls, der Kinder und Jugendliche nachhaltig inspiriert.

2 min read · 25. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

The Tulln Garden: On the trail of butterflies

The research project “Tracking Butterflies,” which is participating in the Citizen Science Award 2026, will be presented on May 3, 2026, at Garten Tulln.

1 min read · 23. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

Discovering diversity: Citizen Science Award visits the Natural History Museum

On April 17, 2026, the research projects “Tree Quest” and “Climate Agents,” which are participating in the Citizen Science Award 2026, will be presented at “Discover Diversity” at the Natural History Museum in Vienna.

1 min read · 23. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

Citizen Science Award at the Long Night of Research

On April 24, 2026, the OeAD will present two Citizen Science Award projects as part of the Long Night of Research. Visitors will gain insight into how participatory formats generate high-quality data, tap into new target groups, and strengthen social impact. The research competition offers visibility, networking, and structured support for the implementation of citizen science projects.

1 min read · 23. February 2026
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Kooperationen Science communication Development Research

Promotion of an innovative and green slope protection system

Landslides and slope failures pose an increasing threat to communities and infrastructure in the Nepal Himalaya – sustainable, green slope protection systems offer a promising way forward.

3 min read · 17. February 2026
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Science communication

Excellent science communication for societal challenges

The recently published policy brief “Excellent Science Communication for Urgent Societal Challenges #2” was developed as part of the EU project COALESCE. It examines how science communication can be strategically developed in the face of complex and urgent societal challenges.

1 min read · 16. February 2026