CoARA National Chapter Austria

CoARA National Chapter Austria

Austria

National Chapter's Objectives

Shaping the future of research assessment in Austria

We foster collaboration and shared learning within Austria’s research, funding, and education community, aligned with CoARA’s vision. As a hub for resources, tools, and insights, we support organizations in advancing responsible research assessment practices. Join us to drive innovation, inclusivity, and transparency in Austria’s research ecosystem!

Our Mission

The mission of the Austrian National Chapter is to foster collaboration and shared learning within Austria's research, funding, and education community, aligned with CoARA's vision. As a hub for resources, tools, and insights, the NC Austria will support organisations in advancing responsible research assessment practices.

Main objectives include:

  • Identifying challenges and supporting institutions in overcoming barriers to reform
  • Fostering transparency, inclusivity, and innovation
  • Highlight the benefits of joining CoARA and emphasising the role of organisational management in driving change
  • Build a shared understanding of the need for reform in Austria's research assessment landscape

Events

On 13 May 2026, the Austrian National Chapter will host its kick-off event in Vienna, Austria to bring together Austrian CoARA members, interested parties, and representatives from the Ministry. We look forward to the official launch of our National Chapter. Stay tuned for more information!

Affiliated Organisations

  • Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW)
  • Austrian Agency for Research Integrity (ÖAWI)
  • Austrian Science Fund (FWF)
  • BOKU University (BOKU)
  • Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA)
  • Interdisciplinary Transformation University (IT:U)
  • Joanneum Research (JR)
  • Ludwig Boltzmann Gesellschaft
  • Medical University of Graz (Med Uni Graz)
  • Natural History Museum Vienna (NHMW)
  • Open Knowledge Maps
  • Paracelsus Medical Private University (PMU)
  • Sigmund Freud Private University (SFU)
  • University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten (USTP)
  • University of Graz (Uni Graz)
  • University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (KUG)

Join the Chapter!

Interested in joining the National Chapter?
Do you have any questions?

Please contact:

Katrin Brugger
University of Graz

Peter Kraker
Open Knowledge Maps

Harald Mayer
Joanneum Research

Nora Ruck
Sigmund Freud Private University (SFU)

Giuliana Sabbatini
University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten