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EU supports team led by molecular biologist Brigitte Pertschy with around ten million euro

The European Research Council (ERC) is funding the snoOPERA project with around ten million euros to research the structure of cellular protein factories. The four researchers involved want to clarify how tiny RNA-protein complexes control the formation of ribosomes—a key to understanding diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer's.

Maths made easy: how gaming elements motivate children to practise

Where does the six belong on a number line from one to ten? This task is a challenge for children with dyscalculia. For fear of failure, many are reluctant to tackle the exercise in the first place. A playful approach can remove this obstacle and give the affected pupils more self-confidence, as psychologist Manuel Ninaus found out in a study.

How artificial intelligence is changing the digital future in Europe

On November 20, 2025, the Technology Impact Summit at the Seifenfabrik in Graz will bring together experts from politics, business, and science. The focus will be on how artificial intelligence is transforming our working world and which specific AI solutions are already being used successfully today.

Sebastian Preissl researches mechanisms of cardiovascular diseases

They are among the most common causes of death worldwide: cardiovascular diseases. Both genetic factors and lifestyle can be responsible for changes in the cells of the heart, thereby impairing the function of the organ. Sebastian Preissl, who has been Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Graz for a year, is researching how molecular mechanisms alter gene activity and what role this plays in the development of diseases.
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