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Defective Gene Slows Down Brain Cells
Scientists at IST Austria discover how a high-risk gene for developing autism spectrum disorder affects brain development. Study published in Nature Communications.

May 24, 2021

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Polluting Labs: Researchers for new Solutions
As part of an Austria-wide initiative, researchers at IST Austria are campaigning for more environmentally friendly laboratories.

May 20, 2021

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Synaptic transmission: Not a one-way street
Key synapse acts as a “smart teacher”, sending messages against the usual flow of information in the brain. – Paper published in Nature Communications

May 18, 2021

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The Emergence of Cooperation
Scientists at IST Austria mathematically describe the importance of helping each other and having a good reputation.

May 13, 2021

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Embryonic tissue undergoes phase transition
Scientists explain a crucial phase of embryonic development in zebrafish with the help of mathematical and physical concepts.

March 16, 2021

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László Erdős receives Erwin Schrödinger Prize of the ÖAW
IST Austria mathematician László Erdős wins the prestigious science award

March 2, 2021

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Independence and development secured beyond 2026
The Federal Ministry of Education, Science, and Research and Lower Austria declare their commitment to the further development of cutting-edge research at IST Austria. They intend to secure long-term funding before the end of this year.

March 2, 2021

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More than 40 million euros fresh capital for life science and tech spin-offs
IST cube increases venture fund for science start-ups tenfold in cooperation with the European Investment Fund (EIF) and 25 other investors

February 17, 2021

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How to transport microwave quantum information
William Hease and Georg Arnold from the Fink group present two transducers that could enable quantum communication between superconducting processors

December 16, 2020

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How to move a Eureka moment to the real world
Technologies developed at international research institutions like IST Austria can revolutionize whole industries.

December 9, 2020

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New tool enables economic glass design
Computer scientists develop a design tool that opens up the use of a cost-efficient technology for curved glass panels. The tool is based on a deep neural network and allows for the free-form design of beautiful glass façades.

December 7, 2020

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Thomas Henzinger reappointed as President of IST Austria
Tom Henzinger accepts the offer to lead the Institute for a fourth four-year term. The Board of Trustees bases their decision on his achievements in the past and his plans for the future development of the Institute.

December 3, 2020

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New compact model for gene regulation in higher organisms
Scientists at IST Austria find a way to describe how different molecules interact with each other to activate gene expression.

December 3, 2020

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Plants on Aspirin
Researchers at IST Austria gain deeper knowledge of plant growth by treating seedlings with painkillers like Aspirin and the like. New study published in Cell Reports.

December 1, 2020

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BM Heinz Faßmann and Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner present “Virus Alert in Stayhomton“
IST Austria developed a board game for young people and schools from 12 years of age on the topic of virus spread

November 23, 2020

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Jiří Friml one of the most cited researchers worldwide
Plant biologist Jiří Friml is on the list of “highly cited researchers” for 2020

November 19, 2020

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