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Research topics in the Field of Expertise Sustainable Systems range from future-oriented urban planning, innovative building technologies and energy systems to the use of renewable energy sources, intelligent energy networks and green mobility.

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Lia Gruber: “Find the woman in the lecture hall”

Lia Gruber studied Electrical Engineering at TU Graz. In the lecture hall, she was one of only a few women. Why she no longer wants to hear any questions about it and how she is doing in research today. Read more 7. March 2023

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Particulate Matter Measurements for Better Air

Alexander Bergmann and the team at the Institute of Electrical Measurement and Sensor Systems are developing sensors with which they can detect the smallest particles in our ambient air. Read more 25. January 2023

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Nuclear Fusion: How Fast Does Plasma Rotate?

At TU Graz, work in the research area of nuclear fusion is mainly done with simulations. The researchers use data from large experiments to investigate how fast plasma rotates in the reactor.

17. January 2023

When an Electrical Engineer Hits the Stage...

Manuel Galler is the audience’s favourite. The 33-year-old electrical engineer was able to bring the Science Slam state championship title to Graz for TU Graz. His actual research topic is power grid protection.

23. November 2022

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Merit Bodner: Focusing on the Ageing of Fuel Cells

Fuel cells are of great importance when it comes to renewable energy systems. But – like everything else – they age. Merit Bodner wants to prevent this process with her research.

23. November 2022

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Eichlseder: “Hydrogen is the Key to Green Energy”

Helmut Eichlseder works on sustainable propulsion systems. One important factor is hydrogen – in pure form or as a feedstock for fuels.

18. November 2022

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Andreas Wimmer: "Import of green energies necessary"

Andreas Wimmer conducts research on large engines at TU Graz and heads the LEC research center. Hydrogen, methanol and ammonia will play a central role in achieving climate targets.

7. November 2022

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“The Crucial Question: Where Does the Hydrogen Come From?”

Sonja Wogrin and Thomas Klatzer are exploring ways towards a climate-neutral energy system, which will require green hydrogen. To establish it, good infrastructure planning is needed.

27. October 2022

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Hydrogen: “We have to act on this today!”

Christoph Hochenauer conducts research on high-temperature fuel and electrolysis cells. He sees the changeover to a sustainable energy system as “absolutely feasible” and pleads for action now.

20. October 2022

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"Green Hydrogen Only with the Expansion of Renewable Sources"

Alexander Trattner heads HyCentA at the TU Graz campus and is convinced that hydrogen is part of the solution for a climate-neutral energy system. What is needed is speed and investment.

15. October 2022

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What Makes a Building Smart?

Smart buildings are designed to increase comfort and reduce energy consumption. Gerald Schweiger, who works on intelligent energy systems at TU Graz, knows what opportunities are opening up.

15. September 2022

TU Graz SciPix: Vote for the best pic and film!

How beautiful is research at TU Graz? This is what we show in the TU Graz SciPix photo and film competition. Now you can vote for your favourite photo and film!

27. July 2022

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When will Austria experience a blackout?

Electrical energy dominates daily life. Without it, life would be … on the dark side. The fear of a large-scale blackout is great. But how great is the danger for Austria really?

3. June 2022

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What happens during a blackout?

We are all familiar with power outages – but fortunately widespread outages are rare. This is due to a sophisticated balance of generation and utilization. But what happens when the lights go out in spite of everything?

3. June 2022

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Building lighter with concrete? How concrete 3D printing saves material and CO2

Concrete construction must become more sustainable and lower in CO2 emissions. Concrete 3D printing can contribute significantly to a reduction in materials. TU Graz wants to put this young technology into practice.

25. May 2022

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What is Concrete?

Concrete is a widely used building material. It is durable, robust and locally available. And it has a reputation for not being very sustainable. Experts from TU Graz explain what concrete is and how it can become (more) sustainable.

7. April 2022

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TU Graz Researchers on Disaster Relief Mission

Forest fires, floods, falling rocks and other natural disasters are increasingly causing damage to built structures and, in the worst case, to people. TU Graz researchers are trying to help.

14. February 2022

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Learning Machines

“Machine learning will change our world, just as the internet and computers have done,” says a convinced Robert Legenstein from TU Graz.

17. January 2022

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Lia Gruber: The “Powerhouse” at Campus Inffeldgasse

Lia Gruber started her academic career at a school with a focus on theatre. Then she switched from acting to electrical engineering. Today she is working on energy communities.

17. January 2022

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TU Graz: Research on the Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has also left its mark on TU Graz. Numerous works from different disciplines contribute to the fight against Covid-19 and a better understanding of it.

15. December 2021

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