sign in sign up
<<
Home , Carl Auer von Welsbach, Elfriede Jelinek, Hilde Spiel, Johann Radon, Pascale Ehrenfreund, University of Vienna

Making a difference. Since 1365. Making a difference. Since 1365. 1 Preface

The University of has a clear social mission: to educate the next generation of students and conduct research to contribute to the further development of our location’s capacity for innovation. The University’s openness to new ideas is therefore the driving force of research, enabling it to find answers to the greatest issues of our time.

With 6,900 academics at 20 faculties and centres, the University provides strong impetus by presenting findings and developing innovative solutions. In the field of research, it cooperates with indus- try, cultural institutions and society. Approximately 10,000 students graduate from the every year. The University prepares them for a professional career and encourages critical thinking and self-determined decision-making.

The University makes a difference in society and contributes significantly to Vienna’s position as a city of science.

Join us as we take you on a journey through the University of Vienna on the following pages. You may well be surprised by its diversity.

Heinz W. Engl of the University of Vienna

Making a difference. Since 1365. 2 Making a difference. Since 1365. 3 People at the University of Vienna

Notable figures from the past and present

Kurt Friedrich Gödel . . . . . Friedrich . Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach . . . . . Elisabeth Bleyleben-Koren . . Brigitte Ederer . Marietta Blau . Berta Karlik . Hertha Firnberg . Gabriele Possanner . Hugo Portisch . Elise Richter . Rudolf Kirschschläger . . Grete Mostny-Glaser Erwin Schrödinger . . Erika Weinzierl . Johanna Rachinger . . Charlotte Bühler . . . . . Olga Taussky-Todd . .

Making a difference. Since 1365. 4 Making a difference. Since 1365. 5 The driving force of a global city

The Habsburg Empire has been and gone, but the oldest university in the Ger- man-speaking world is still standing. The University’s Main Building is located in the heart of one of the world’s most liveable cities. It was opened in 1884 as one of the ensemble of buildings along the Ringstrasse boulevard. The (national theatre), the Vienna City Hall and the Parliament are immediate neigh- bours on the grand boulevard.

The diversity that has evolved at ’s largest research and educational insti- tution continues to provide strength and give impetus to the social and econom- ic changes taking place in a global city.

The University is committed to openness and the guiding principle of curiosity in which its interdisciplinary approach is one of its major strengths. With innovative research, research-led teaching, approximately 10,000 graduates, 1,100 events and 350 (inter)national conferences and meetings every year, the University’s influence extends around the world.

Making a difference. Since 1365. 6 Making a difference. Since 1365. 7 TheDie Universität University Wien of Vienna in Zahlen in numbers

GraduatesAbsolventInnen StudierendeStudents

ApproximatelyMit ihrer Expertise 10,000 bereichern students jährlich graduate rund RundEvery 14.000year, more beginnen than 16,000jedes Jahr students zu start their from10.000 the AbsolventInnen University of Vienna der Universität each year, studieren,studies at rundthe University 10.000 schließen of Vienna, jedes while more enrichingWien den theArbeitsmarkt. labour market Nach with dem their Stu- Jahrthan ein 10,000 Studium complete an der their Universität degree programmes. expertise.dium an der Graduates Universität of theWien University sind sie of Wien60 percent ab. 60 of Prozent the students der Studierenden are women and the Viennain unterschiedlichsten go on to work in Branchen a wide range tätig oderof sindpercentage Frauen, of im women Doktorat in doctoral liegt der programmes sectorsstarten eineor pursue wissenschaftliche careers in academia. Karriere. , Frauenanteilamounts to approximately bei knapp 50 Prozent.50 per cent. 94.00088,800 1010.000FakultätenFaculties und and Zentren centres000 MuseMuse SportkurseSport courses

Von derBoth Vielfalt research unter and einem teaching Dach profitierenbenefit from Forschung the immense und Lehre. diversity Die that Universität is under Wien KastaliaCastalia ist is in the der muse griechischen of inspiration Mythologie in Greek die mythology. Muse der Inspiration.She is beherbergtone roof. Fakultäten The University und Zentren of Vienna für Katholischeis home to the und Faculties Evangelische of Catholic Theologie, and Alsimmortalised Brunnen verewigt as a fountain ruht sie statue mittig inim the Arkadenhof middle of des the Hauptge-Main Psychologie,Protestant Philosophie Theology; und ; Bildungswissenschaft, Philosophy and Rechtswissenschaft, Education; Law; Business, Wirtschafts- bäudes.Building’s In einer Arcaded Kunstinstallation Courtyard. An macht art installation der lange Schattencasting a derlong Muse wissenschaften,Economics andInformatik, Statistics; Philologische Computer Science; und Historische Philological Kulturwissenschaften, and Cultural Studies; aufshadow den Jahrhunderte of the muse währendenacross the Arcaded Ausschluss Courtyard von Frauen draws von atten höhe-- Mathematik,Historical Chemie, and Cultural Physik, Studies; Sozialwissenschaften, ; ; Lebenswissenschaften, ; Social Geowissen- rertion Bildung to the aufmerksam. fact that women Kastalia were wird excluded heute fromvon sieben higher Denkmälern education schaftenSciences; sowie LifeGeographie Sciences undand EarthAstronomie, Sciences, Translationswissenschaft, and , Sportwissen as well- vonfor bedeutendencenturies. Today, Wissenschafterinnen Castalia is flanked flankiert. by monuments Die Muse to istseven auch 2,533 2.474The University of Vienna gets people schaft,as theMolekulare Centres forBiologie Translation und LehrerInnenbildung. Studies; Sport Science, Molecular Biology, Micro- Namenspatininfluential female des ersten academics. Ruder-Achters The muse der also Universität lends her Wien. name to Die Universität bewegt: Mehr als 43.000 moving: Every year, approximately biology and Environmental Systems Science, as well as Teacher Education. the first eight of the University of Vienna’s rowing club. Sportbegeisterte nutzen jedes Jahr das 45,000 sport enthusiasts sign up for the Angebot des Universitäts-Sportinstituts: courses provided by the University Sport von Ballspielen über Kampfkunst, Tanz, WissenschafterInnen ERC Grants Nationen Institute – ranging from ball sports and Academics ERC grants Nations Turnen bis Wassersport. Wintersportkurse martial arts to dance, gymnastics and Die Universität Wien hat sich der anwendungsoffenen Grundlagenfor- Insgesamt sind Studierende aus 140 für Skifahren, Langlauf oder Snowboard water sports. Most winter sport courses schungThe University verschrieben of Vienna und and mit its ihr 6,900 rund academics 6.600 WissenschafterInnen. are committed Rund NationenIn total, 130 an different der Universität nations Wien are finden vor allem im Sportzentrum Dienten 20 1 in downhill skiing, cross-country skiing einto basic Drittel research der wissenschaftlichen open to application. MitarbeiterInnen Approximately an one der third größten of For- vertreten.represented 25 amongProzent the der students Studierenden of (in Salzburg) statt. or snowboarding take place at the schungs-the academic und Bildungseinrichtungstaff at Austria’s largest Österreichs research stammt and educational aus dem Ausland. stammenthe University aus anderenof Vienna. EU-Staaten. More than institution come from abroad. a quarter of all students admitted sports centre in Dienten am Hochkönig 40+ 180 (Salzburg, Austria). to the University of Vienna are from ~ ~180Degree programmes Das61+ European Research Council (ERC) Studien fördertThe European Forschungsprojekte Research Council mit hohem (ERC) other EU member states. Innovationspotenzial.supports research projects Seit 2007 that bekamen have high The extensiveDas reichhaltige range of degree Studienangebot programmes umfasst includes 56 Bachelorstudien. 56 bachelor’s programmes. 120 Erweite - ForscherInneninnovation potential. der Universität Since 2007, Wien more über 143 extensionrungscurricula curricula ermöglichen enable students individuelle to focus Schwerpunktsetzungen, on topics of their choice, welche equipping die 40than ERC 61Grants ERC grantszugesprochen: have been 14 awarded Advanced to them withStudierenden the specialist mit competencesSpezial-Kompetenzen needed to auf pursue weiterführende master’s programmes. Masterstudien Fur - Grants,academics 5 Consolidator at the University Grants, of21 Vienna: Starting thermore:vorbereiten. 106 master’s Darüber programmes, hinaus: 103 2 diplomaMasterstudien, programmes 2 Diplomstudien and 26 school und 27subjects Unter- GrantsAdvanced und ein Grants, ERC ConsolidatorProof of Concept. Grants, and a specialisationrichtsfächer für for Lehramtsstudierende students enrolled on sowie teacher 13 educationPhD-Curricula. programmes as well 6.600 Starting Grants and Proofs of Concept. 140130 as 8 doctoral programmes with more than 80 fields of doctoral research. Offen für Neues. Seit 1365. 8 Offen für Neues. Seit 1365. 9 6Making a difference., Since900 1365. 8 Making a difference. Since 1365. 9 Research on a solid foundation

The University is part of a strong regional and international network. In addition to the University of Vienna and other universities, Vienna is home to a range of non-university research hotspots (including research institutes of the Austrian Academy of Sciences or the Research Institute of Molecular Pathology) and other tertiary educational institutions. The University of Vienna has an international outlook and has established an extensive network.

Basic research open to application thrives where ideas can be exchanged which transcend national borders, subject areas and generations. The University of Vienna combines the support of research and promotion of early stage research- ers with the sharing of infrastructure, interdisciplinary networks and research projects. Research-led teaching ensures the transfer of knowledge and paves the way for fresh impetus when academics and students seek new insights together. Research at the University of Vienna inspires quality-oriented teaching, enables technological and social innovation and requires constant scrutiny.

Subject-specific rankings reflect the University’s international visibility: It ranks among the world’s top 100 universities in several research areas and even among the top 50 in some areas.

Making a difference. Since 1365. 10 Making a difference. Since 1365. 11 Cutting-edge research Food and drugs The Faculty of Life Sciences and the Faculty of Chemistry focus on research- Cross-faculty research specialisations pool interdiscipli- ing the requirements for a healthy nary research that is internationally visible, eligible for Microbiology, ecosystems life. The researchers involved identify Quanta and materials symptoms of diseases and develop funding, relevant to society and carried out by excellent and evolution new treatment approaches. They The smallest particles, light and its researchers. They are rapidly developing, fascinating investigate natural substances, con- potential benefits form the basis of this The multifaceted relationships be- duct food safety tests and explore the cross-faculty research specialisation. researchers and enable them to focus on current issues. tween living beings and the environ- effect of food and substances on the Quantum optics, quantum nano- ment have been thrown out of balance. human body. physics and quantum information are What do we have to know about living internationally acclaimed research in symbiosis with nature? Research at specialisations of the Faculty of the Faculty of Life Sciences and the Physics. Academics at the Faculties of Centre for Microbiology and Environ- Physics and Chemistry still have plenty mental Systems Science spans the to discover at the atomistic level, such microbiome, ecosystems in soil, air and as nanomaterials to develop functional water, and patterns and processes in and sustainable materials. plant evolution and ecology. Molecules, cells Models Construction of identity and their interaction and algorithms and concepts of society

How does life work? Research groups at Weather forecasts, social media and Researchers at the Faculty of Social the Centre for Molecular Biology (part bank transfers all depend on com- Sciences and the Faculty of Historical of the Labs) and the Faculty plex algorithms and modelling. The and Cultural Studies focus on issues of of Chemistry are investigating the fun- Cognition, communication Faculties of Mathematics, Computer The environment identity, community and participation Internationalisation damental components and processes Science and Physics develop and throughout the of mankind and of life. At the interface between biol- and systemic reflection analyse algorithms and approaches and cosmic processes world religions. What can we learn from of the economy and law ogy and medicine, researchers focus, in their research that aim to compu- past and distant societies to help tackle among other things, on chromosome Academics from four faculties (Life tationally control, simulate, filter and In the joint cross-faculty research current challenges? Research activi- Globalisation seems to know no dynamics, RNA biology, cellular signal Sciences, Psychology, Philological make predictions – for state-of-the-art specialisation of the Faculty of Earth ties in this area discuss issues of great boundaries. Research at the Faculty transduction and integrative structural and Cultural Studies, and Philosophy medicine, biomathematics, financial Sciences, Geography and Astronomy social importance, such as migration, of Law and the Faculty of Business, biology. Both computational chemistry and Education) carry out cross-faculty mathematics and other future areas of and the Faculty of Physics, academics integration and opportunities to partic- Economics and Statistics focuses on and biomolecular simulation approach research on the fundamentals of neu- application that are as yet unknown. study the development of planet Earth ipate in the political process. the effects of globalisation on markets the phenomenon using computational roscience and cognitive science, the and the Milky Way. Research interests and institutions. How is the European methods. relationship between the two and their range from (physical) environmental Union developing as a common judi- social significance. Research focuses processes and natural risks on Earth to cial area and how can we ensure that on the brain’s function and structure in other planets, stars and galaxies which fundamental rights and human rights relation to consciousness, the (social) make up the cosmos. are protected in these turbulent times? behaviour of animals and human beings, language, knowledge and the rules of coexistence.

Making a difference. Since 1365. 12 Making a difference. Since 1365. 13 Targeted career development of early stage researchers

Supporting early stage researchers determines the University of Vienna's future. At the University, brilliant minds find an active research environment and have Mathematics and medicine the opportunity to network internationally. We are constantly dealing with large volumes of data in our everyday lives, e.g. through medical imaging. To use this volume of data efficiently, mathematics are necessary.

Anna Breger, a graduate of the Vienna School The career development of young academics provides the basis for a dynamic academic en- of Mathematics, is conducting research on dimensionality vironment. The University of Vienna strives to foster talent and supervise the next generation’s reduction, thus bridging the gap between mathematics development to help them become independent and internationally competitive researchers. and its application in medicine.

With its doctoral schools, the University of Vienna The University of Vienna’s doctoral schools follow in- offers early stage researchers clearly structured ternational quality standards and enable their doctoral programmes, careful supervision and the oppor- candidates to apply academic methods and techniques. tunity to participate in up-to-date research. More- These schools also offer interaction and intense dis- over, it provides its early stage researchers with cussion of their research. Candidates can write their advice on, and support in their career and compe- doctoral thesis in 80 fields of research, ranging from law, tence development, acquisition of external funds, , cultural studies, social sciences, business conclusion of agreements and filing patents. and economics to natural sciences, life sciences, theolo- gy, sport science and psychology. The doctoral schools Data protection and privacy are well resourced, offer clear structures and accompanying workshops that enable their candidates to achieve research output of the highest quality. Data protection and privacy are not only extremely topical issues but are also an area of heated legal International early stage researchers who come to the University of Vienna for research purpos- and political debate. Therefore, it is a very positive es are supervised within the framework of the University's Visiting PhD programme. Doctoral development that the University of Vienna’s Faculty candidates who study a degree programme jointly offered by the University of Vienna and another educational institution have the opportunity to complete a double degree. of Law gives me the opportunity to do interdisciplin- ary research on these topics.

Robert Rothmann, doctoral candidate at the Faculty of Law, is investigating the question of whether privacy is a fundamental right that has an expiration date in his doctoral thesis.

More personal portraits under doktorat.univie.ac.at/en/phd-corner

Making a difference. Since 1365. 14 Making a difference. Since 1365. 15 Donau The University of Vienna in the city – a selection of some of the University’s 60 locations M

J A Main Building of the University of Vienna Universitätsring 1, 1010 Vienna

B Neues Institutsgebäude (NIG) Universitätsstrasse 7, 1010 Vienna Augarten

C Juridicum (Faculty of Law) Schottenbastei 10-16, 1010 Vienna I

K D Centre for Molecular Biology H Dr.-Bohr-Gasse 9, 1030 Vienna

E Biology Centre G Schlachthausgasse 43, 1030 Vienna Riesenrad C (completion scheduled for 2021) B A Prater F Botanical Garden Donaukanal Mechelgasse 2, 1030 Vienna

G Campus of the University of Vienna Spitalgasse 2, 1090 Vienna Volksgarten Stephansdom H Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics & Faculty of Mathematics L Stadtpark Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1, 1090 Vienna

MuseumsQuartier I Faculty of Chemistry & Faculty of Physics Währinger Strasse 42/Boltzmanngasse 5, 1090 Vienna

J Universitätszentrum (university centre) Althanstrasse (UZA) Naschmarkt Althanstrasse 14, 1090 Vienna

K Faculty of Computer Science & Department of Communication Währinger Strasse 29, 1090 Vienna F E Schloss L University Sport Institute (USI) Belvedere Auf der Schmelz 6, 1150 Vienna D

M University of Türkenschanzstrasse 17, 1180 Vienna

Schloss Schönbrunn Making a 500mdifference. 1,000mSince 1365. 16 Making a difference. Since 1365. 17 Hauptbahnhof The University of Vienna’s knowledge hub

With 7.6 million books, 860,000 licenced e-books, 83,000 licenced e-journals, over 6,000 print journals with current subscriptions and more than 600 licenced databases, the Vienna University Library is the largest university library in Austria. Library users can use the Main Library at the University’s Main Building as well as 37 special libraries at differ- ent locations. In 2019, about four million books were borrowed. In addition, library users ordered electronic media in full-text format over 15.3 million times.

From the oldest book to the online journal

The oldest book in the library collection is an encyclopaedic issue of the “Historia natura- lis” by dating from 1469. As part of its open access strategy, the University Library is increasing its digital archive of research data and publications, thereby enabling free and unrestricted access to academic data on the internet.

Making a difference. Since 1365. 18 Making a difference. Since 1365. 19 A colourful history More information on the history of the University of Vienna: geschichte.univie.ac.at During the University of Vienna’s 650-year history, there have been both upheavals and achievements. However, some periods have been characterised by marginali- sation and expulsion. The University of Vienna is coming to terms with its past and provides space for the discussion of repressed memories. It promotes diversity and contributes to shaping an open and forward-looking society.

from 1450 from 1778 1884 up to 1914 1956 2004 The Wiener mathematisch-astronomische Admissions restrictions based on The University’s Main Building is Academic research at the Physicist Berta Karlik The Faculty of Medicine is newly Schule (Vienna school of mathematics and religion are removed; Patent of Tol- opened at Universitätsring 1, University of Vienna gains interna- becomes the first female established as the Medical University astronomy) becomes a centre of Renais- eration; German is introduced as the its current location tional renown; the name of full professor. of Vienna. sance humanism north of the Alps. language of instruction. (architect: ). “Viennese academic schools” is given to schools for national eco- nomics, medicine and .

1365 from 1749 1848/49 1938 1998 2015 First fundamental university reform The “student petition” triggers a National Socialists quickly take over The Campus of the University The Alma Mater Rudolphina The University of Vienna celebrates by Empress and Gerard revolution in Vienna. Even after the leadership positions; of Vienna is opened on the grounds is founded by Duke Rudolf IV, its 650th anniversary. “the Founder”. van Swieten; medical education is revolution is suppressed, Thun- more than 2,700 members (predom- of the former General Hospital. reformed and the “First Vienna School Hohenstein’s educational reform inantly Jewish) of the University of of Medicine” is established. preserves the hard-earned freedom Vienna are excluded. of teaching and learning.

1550 1784 1897 1930 1975 2006 The Jesuit order is called to Vienna; Foundation of Vienna’s General A student regulation is passed which The University Organisation Act leads Opening of the renovated Aula The first female students are admitted the University is increasingly exploited Hospital, all medical disciplines are limits the number of Jewish students. to the democratisation of university entrance area and the refurbished to study at the Faculty of Philosophy. in the interests of church and state. grouped together. Evidence of violent attacks against decision-making processes. Arcaded Courtyard. Gabriele Possanner, who had previ- Jewish students show that anti- ously studied in , is the Semitism had been present for first woman to complete a doctorate many years previously. at the University of Vienna.

1384/85 1754 1867 1945 2002 2018 The University is reformed and The University of Vienna 20 years of the Campus The Botanical Garden Austrian Basic Law, Article 17: Universities Act; expanded by Albert III, Duke of Austria is reopened. of the University of Vienna. is created. “Knowledge and its teaching are free.” universities become autonomous and and becomes the largest university in fully responsible legal entities. the in the 15th century. Making a difference. Since 1365. 20 Making a difference. Since 1365. 21 Science meets city

The University of Vienna is opening its doors. The University developed the concept of the “semester question” several years ago. This is where the University focuses on a question about a topic that affects many people and is particularly relevant to today’s society. Throughout the semester, researchers from different academic disciplines present their solutions. Furthermore, academics at the University of Vienna have been giving lectures and discussing relevant issues in the course of the “Wiener Vor- lesungen” (Viennese lectures) for 30 years. These lectures are held in the Vienna City Hall and other locations throughout the city and are open to the public.

Being bombarded with questions is a familiar feeling for lecturers at the Vienna Children’s University. The University of Vienna was the first univer- sity to open its gates to children in 2003. Today, numerous higher edu- cation institutions in Vienna are offering an exciting programme for very young future scholars as part of the Vienna Children’s University. During the holidays, about 4,000 children aged seven to twelve are given a playful glimpse into research and teaching at a university.

Making a difference. Since 1365. 22 Making a difference. Since 1365. 23 Studying in a diverse I previously attended the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and obtained my bachelor’s and master’s in Accounting there. I found the master’s programme in and was im- environment mediately drawn to it. There are people with a variety of backgrounds which make for interesting discussions and I am learning something new every day. There are 1.9 million people living in Vienna, more than ten percent of whom are students from 130 different nations. The varied range of Madeline Kalista studies Philosophy and Economics. programmes offered by the University of Vienna shapes the city and provides great impetus.

I had the privilege to graduate from the Austrian-Guatemalan School. With approximately 200,000 students, Vienna is the largest university town in the German-speaking area – ahead of Berlin with around 190,000 and with And what better way to obtain an overwhelmingly authentic university around 110,000 students. There are around 88,800 students at the University of feeling than from one of the oldest and most laureate academic insti- Vienna, 60 percent of whom are women. Prospective students can choose from tutions in Europe? Today I look back at those academic years holding a around 180 degree programmes, including 56 bachelor’s programmes, 106 master’s master’s degree as the result of the finalisation of a high-quality study programmes, 2 programmes as well as 26 subjects and a specialisation programme, and can’t help but to remain confident in the bright future in the teacher education programme. Every year, more than 16,000 people start awaiting me in my beloved city of Vienna. their studies at the University of Vienna. Approximately 10,000 The University offers about 180 degree people graduate from the University of Vienna every year. Alejandro de León studied International Business Administration. programmes, spanning the fields of: The University of Vienna responds to the internationality of Law and economics its students by offering many curricula in English, as well as Society, politics and media the opportunity to study numerous foreign languages. Mathematics and computer science A range of master’s programmes can be completed in English, History and cultural studies and partly in joint programmes with other universities: Natural and life sciences Chemistry and Materials Technology, Cultural Differences Psychology, health and sports and Transnational Processes (CREOLE), Evolutionary For me, nutrition is more than three meals a day. Since the Languages, literature and regions Systems, Physics of the Earth, Erasmus Mundus: Global very beginning of my studies I have known exactly what is in Philosophy, education and religion Studies (EMGS) and many more. food and what is good for me. I no longer only pay attention In addition, the University offers 80 fields of doctoral research structured into eight to the calories food contains, but rather increasingly to its PhD and doctoral curricula. 30 percent of the students in the doctoral programmes ingredients. are not from Austria, and women make up almost 50 per cent. Through its Post- graduate Center, the University of Vienna is also a leading institution for continuing Anna Lena Müller studies Nutritional Sciences. education and training, offering a total of 70 master’s programmes, university continuing education and training programmes and certificate courses.

The Arcaded Courtyard in the Main Building is the perfect place for students to rest and relax – a nice, shady spot that invites students to linger. The Campus of the University of Vienna, which is centrally located in the 9th district, is a green oasis as well. More personal portraits under blog.univie.ac.at/humans

Making a difference. Since 1365. 24 Making a difference. Since 1365. 25 The University of Vienna International in the world publication collaborations

Cooperation makes us strong. From the centre of Europe, North America South America Europe* Africa Asia Australia, New Zealand the University of Vienna cooperates with universities on all continents in teaching and research and fosters interdisci- 1,353 327 4,959 224 1,009 474 plinary partnerships and exchange.

382 137 829 81 431 49 Vienna is one of the five most popular congress cities in the world. It is a venue for diplomatic negotiations and the seat of numerous international organisations, such as the United Nations (UN) or the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). The University of Vienna has evolved into a popular congress and conference venue: The historical and modern venues in different locations welcome participants from all over the world.

The University of Vienna has been a member of the In the world of academia, the University of Vienna has always had European mobility programme ERASMUS since the sustainable relations in the European research area and with research foundation of the programme more than 30 years ago. institutions around the world. These networks build on geographical The programme’s namesake Erasmus of Rotterdam and historical connections as well as on the personal relationships be- went to school in Gouda and Deventer, and received tween researchers that have grown over time. They are underpinned musical lessons in Utrecht. He studied in , went by a strong commitment to quality and international exchange. to England, travelled to and did his doctorate in Turin. He visited Venice, taught in Cambridge and Currently, the University of Vienna maintains about 85 university-wide worked at the court of Burgundy. From 1514 onwards, partnerships, linking research in Vienna to that in Central Europe, he lived in Basel and Freiburg im Breisgau. North America, Australia and South Korea, as well as Brazil. Further- more, it cooperates with 380 universities in Europe in the Erasmus+ programme. Strategic partnerships further promote the Alma Mater’s academic cooperation – in addition to the University of Chicago and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, it now also includes Peking University, Fudan University in Shanghai and Kyoto University.

Among others, the University is a member of the European University Association (EUA), the Network of Universities from the Capitals of Europe (UNICA) and the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities. More than 40 per cent of the academic staff at the University of Vienna are not from Austria. Among the staff paid from project funds, this share rises to more than half. More than 70 per cent of the University of Vienna’s new professors have been appointed from an international environment in previous years. Publications published by the University of Vienna in cooperation with universities from abroad

All publications from researchers of the University of Vienna collaborating with other universities (excluding posters) are taken The University of Vienna’s academics are also well-connected internationally with regard into account. Every publication is counted only once, regardless of further partner organisations involved. to their publication activities. The University’s scholars carry out research and publish their results together with colleagues from abroad across national and international borders. Number of universities with whom works were published outside of Austria (2017 to 2019) *excluding Austria

Making a difference. Since 1365. 26 Making a difference. Since 1365. 27 Locations of the University Praha of Vienna in Austria

A Main Building of the University of Vienna and numerous further locations in Vienna B Research Station Haidlhof Haidlhof 204, 2540 Bad Vöslau

Brno C Leopold-Figl-Observatorium für Astrophysik (Leopold Figl Observatory) Mitterschöpfl, 2571 Altenmarkt an der Triesting

D WasserCluster Lunz – Biologische Station GmbH (biological station) Dr.-Carl-Kuppelwieser Promenade 5, 3293 Lunz am See

E Research Station for Behaviour Slovakia and Cognition Linz A Fischerau 11, 4645 Grünau im Almtal München Wien Bratislava C F Sommerhochschule der Universität Wien B (University of Vienna summer school) E D Bürglstein 1, 5360 am Wolfgangsee Salzburg F

G Universitätssport- und Seminarzentrum Dientnerhof (university sports and seminar centre Dientnerhof) Austria G Dorf 36, 5652 Dienten am Hochkönig Innsbruck

Graz Hungary Bern

Switzerland Klagenfurt Bolzano

Italy Ljubljana Zagreb Croatia Milano Venezia Making a difference. Since 1365. 28 Making a difference. Since 1365. 29 The University at a glance

The following section provides information about how you can get in touch with us, as well as further informa- tion about education, research, degree programmes and conferences. We look forward to your visit.

Social media channels Further links

facebook.com/univienna Research at the University of Vienna twitter.com/univienna univie.ac.at/en/research/research-overview/ instagram.com/univienna research-at-the-university-of-vienna youtube.com/univienna blog.univie.ac.at Studying at the University of Vienna studying.univie.ac.at

International Office international.univie.ac.at/en

Continuing education at the University of Vienna postgraduatecenter.at/en

Conferences at the University of Vienna event.univie.ac.at/en/event-management/ conference-services

Imprint

Published by: Rectorate of the University of Vienna | Edited by: Astrid Kuffner www.astroid.at( ), Corporate Communications Supported by Michael Greil, Sandra Kellner, Thomas Maisel, Lisette Schmidt, Johannes Sorz Proofreading: Corporate Communications | Visual concept: Lisa + Giorgio | Design: Christoph Wannerer Photos: Georg Herder (p. 2/3), Joseph Krpelan (p. 6/7, 21), Benjamin Furtlehner (p. 11), Manfred Burger (p. 14/15), Manfred Burger / Alan Galekovic (p. 18/19) | Print: Druckerei Friedrich, Linz | 2nd edition, July 2020

Making a difference. Since 1365. 30 Making a difference. Since 1365. 31 Making a difference. Since 1365. 32