Geologists from the University of Salzburg are greatly benefiting from the recently concluded science agreement between Iran and Austria. At least three new cooperation projects are planned. The expertise of the Salzburg geologists in finding gold or rare earths is, for example, very much in demand in Iran. Rare earths are among the most coveted raw materials in the world.

Collage – Painting – Graphic • Herwig Bayerl – An exhibition in the University Library. Open until 23 September, 2017.

The working world is in a state of upheaval. Keywords such as “industry 4.0” or “digital transformation” are common. Triggered by ever more powerful IT systems, highly developed robotics and sensor technology, 3D printers, Clouds or “Big Data”, life and work are changing fundamentally, which means there are both opportunities and risks.