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The mission of the Department of Astrophysics is to lead in research and education in astrophysics at an international level. We are dedicated to sharing discoveries with society, promoting innovation, and fostering a welcoming, respectful environment where diverse perspectives enrich our academic mission.
News
Manuel Güdel is Professor for Astrophysics and explains how the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is bringing us closer to the Big Bang than ever...
The Leopold Figl Observatory, Austria's largest reflecting telescope and outpost of the Department of Astrophysics, is being modernized with funding...
The Department of Astrophysics seeks to fill a position as organisational assistant. Applications can be submitted until 29.07.2024.
Newly identified fast-moving stars in the star cluster Omega Centauri provide solid evidence for a central black hole in the cluster.
The Department of Astrophysics currently offers a PhD position in exoplanetary atmosphere simulations. Applications can be submitted until 30.07.2024.
On 13 June 2024, the Faculty again was inviting staff members and alumni/ae to a joint Talks & BBQ evening.
