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Hotspot in Albania: a researcher from the University of Graz on an Italian experiment

It's an experiment. With high costs. With people. Italy has already sent migrants picked up in international waters to the Gjader hotspot in Albania,…

Rituals in the judiciary: between tradition and modernity

From medieval court proceedings to the modern-day role of the lawyer, to today's social partnership: rituals in the legal and political spheres…

Flood risk on the rise: Climate change causes more persistent heavy rainfall

Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent as a result of climate change. River floods such as those along the Ahr and Meuse valleys in 2021,…

Admission 2025/26: Studying at the University of Graz

Start your studies at the University of Graz! Important information and deadlines for bachelor's, master's, teacher training and other programmes for…

True crime: psychologist identifies reasons for the fascination of the genre

True crime documentaries, series and podcasts about real crimes have many fans. What is it that makes this genre so fascinating? Is it the insights…

Deported and given up: the fate of migrants in Tunisia

We don't like to look at the situation of migrants in Tunisia. Chiara Pagano does. The scientist is concerned with the developments there and the…

What are the requirements for excellent research, Nermina Malanovic? ?

“Excellent research needs an environment in which scientists are given the freedom to think and work independently. Networking and dialogue with other…

Strengthening early childhood education: the University of Graz is looking for supporters

The University of Graz focuses on research and development in early childhood education and invites the public to actively participate. Under the…

Valentin Happe is completing a Voluntary Environmental Year at the University of Graz

Actively supporting sustainable development at the University of Graz while gaining valuable experience for his personal future – that is what…

Circular Bioengineering: FWF Cluster of Excellence aims to revolutionise the product cycle

Take a renewable raw material from nature – wood, for example – break it down into its building blocks and use them to create a functional material,…

Gerald Lamprecht, how should we remember the Holocaust?

27 January marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Ausschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. This day is also International Holocaust…

Research knows no boundaries

In 2024, the University of Graz received a heavy rain of funding: ERC grants and recognition from the FWF. Successful research cannot only be carried…

Students in search of traces of students: What enrolment 125 years ago reveals today

"Some manuscripts are really difficult to decipher," admits Lukas Mayr. The history student transcribed 125-year-old enrolment forms from former…

Society, history, Graz: a wide range of options for students

With around 120 courses of study on offer, the University of Graz has something for everyone. Those with a particular interest in society and…

Barbara Stelzl-Marx: Even after 80 years, the experiences are still having an impact

2025 is a special occasion for commemorating several landmark historical events. 80 years ago, the Second World War ended. The Austrian State Treaty…

Why Trump plays no central role in the lives of Americans

Today, January 20, 2025, marks the day of Donald Trump’s second inauguration as the president of the United States. In Europe, he recently caused…