What matters in the end: moral theologian takes stock of assisted suicide

Since 1 January 2022, assisted suicide has been legal in Austria under certain conditions. This was made possible by a ruling of the Constitutional Court, which overturned the blanket ban on assisting in suicide. Four years on, it is clear that: “Although the legal framework is in place, many pressing questions remain unanswered when it comes to its practical implementation,” says Johann Platzer, a moral theologian at the University of Graz.

Noise is the signal: new simulation method enables secure communication

Researchers from Graz, Vienna and Munich have developed a new simulation method that makes it possible to calculate quantum light using classical software – a step towards secure quantum communication.

Massacre and Memory: University of Graz addresses the wounds of history

A conference on 12 and 13 June 2026 at the Jesuit Refectory will focus on trauma in Eastern and South-Eastern Europe.

Protest against budget cuts: universities send a united message in Graz

On 28 May, thousands of students, researchers and staff from all Styrian universities demonstrated in Graz against the announced budget cuts. University management and student representatives warned of severe consequences for research, teaching and the region’s standing as a centre of academic excellence.

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