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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.

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On 14 March 2024, the Departmental Library of Astronomy will be open until 22:00.

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On the occasion of International Women's Day, the FWF interviewed three successful female researchers, including astrophysicist Sylvia Ploeckinger.

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On the 8th of March we celebrate International Women's Day. The University of Vienna is happy to contribute to this and promote this day of action.

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How do planetary systems form? And what do debris discs have to do with it? Nicole Pawellek will be unravelling these questions on 8th March 2024.

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Call 2024 is open: All students at our Faculty as well as students of two Postgraduate-programmes are invited to submit the best photos of their...

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On February 15th, 2024, SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket with the space probe “Intuitive Machines IM-1” as payload bound to the moon....