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Watching catalytic nanoparticles at work

Rendering of molecules on a surface
© TU Wien

What exactly happens when syngas is produced? New methods allow to observe the process in real time. This answered the question how catalysts work in…

Günter Blöschl and the world of water

Günter Blöschl presenting his trophy, the king applauding
© Jonas Borg / SWF

The “Water Nobel Prize” goes to Günter Blöschl from TU Wien: The flood expert receives the Stockholm Water Prize from the Swedish Academy of Sciences.

Turning poison into a source of energy

Three people in white coats in the laboratory, holding a transparent container.
© Rami Mahmoud, TU Wien

A research team led by Stefan Pflügl has succeeded in genetically manipulating the microorganism T. kivui to metabolize carbon monoxide.