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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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Science is fascinating, impactful, multifaceted - and female, too! To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Feb 11 , we have...

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Prashin Jethwa will give a talk on "In a spin: the science and sociology of spiral galaxies" in the Littrow lecture hall.

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On January 11, 2024, the Joint Inaugural Lectures of Krzysztof Janowicz, Kerstin Krellenberg and Glenn van de Ven took place in the Main Ceremonial...

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The Department of Astrophysics currently offers a position as Research Assistant in Debris Discs (PreDoc).

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Astrophysicist Franz Kerschbaum talks about materials from the universe and for the universe.

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Meinrad Hafner will give a talk on "Gravitational waves - physics, technology, astronomy" (in German) in the Littrow lecture hall.