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Adhesive force: Researchers demonstrate how cells determine their function

How does a single cell develop into an organism with skin, muscles, intestines, a heart and other specialised tissues? Two studies published in…

Vitamin E is the key: a pharmacist has discovered a substance that ‘switches off’ inflammation

Alzheimer’s, obesity or atherosclerosis: many lifestyle-related diseases are driven by or accompanied by inflammation. “Treatments usually aim to halt…

Sport beyond the World Cup: the TV channel “Welt der Wunder” features diabetes research from the University of Graz

Keeping blood sugar levels in check during physical exertion is a particular challenge for people with type 1 diabetes. Othmar Moser examines how…

"Mathematics explains the world"

How can life be quantified? And what can science reveal that remains hidden from the naked eye? The 14th European Conference on Mathematical and…

Internationally up-to-date: University of Graz offers new degree programmes in art studies

From the Old Masters to AI art – three newly designed degree programmes offer students at the University of Graz fresh perspectives on artistic…

The Nazi elite school Napola: Historian seeks memories and personal documents

They were to be brought up to become the future elite of National Socialism: boys and girls aged ten and over who, following the ‘Anschluss’ of…

Heat-resistant: Eva Preinfalk explains how cities can protect their residents

Certain demographic and some occupational groups are particularly vulnerable to high temperatures. A range of measures is needed to provide relief for…

Baby health: University of Graz is seeking study participants to investigate early risk factors

Why does the body composition of babies vary so much? Some children gain a significant amount of fat mass within a few weeks, whilst others show…

In hot water: New Report reveals record losses in glaciers, permafrost and snow cover

Climate change is driving up temperatures not only in summer. Winters are also getting warmer – with dramatic consequences for glaciers, permafrost,…

Theologian at the University of Graz: What the excommunication of the Society of St Pius X

Following the schism involving the Society of St Pius X, there is a need for discussion. Bernd Hillebrand from the University of Graz explains why the…

“HeinrichBiCool”: University of Graz demonstrates the effects of green facades and roofs

The University of Graz has launched a pioneering project at the University Centre for Theology. Its name, “HeinrichBiCool”, says it all: a…

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Stellungnahme der Theologischen Fakultäten und Pädagogischen Hochschulen am 1. Juli 2026

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When stress melts away in your mouth: nicotine pouches are widespread among Styrian students

Sociologists at the University of Graz, in collaboration with VIVID – the Centre for Addiction Prevention, have carried out a survey involving more…

Desert sand, microplastics, cancer cells: David Clases awarded ERC grant for analytical method

Nanoparticles trapped in polar ice can reveal a great deal about the climate 100,000 years ago. Chemist David Clases is developing unique methods to…

Grün im Grau

Warum Grünraum in Städten immer wichtiger wird und wie man ihn allen Menschen zugänglich machen kann, erforscht Geographin Anke Strüver.