History
ISTA was established in 2006 by the Federal Government of Austria and the Government of Lower Austria.
The Institute was founded based on a set of principles that were first formulated by Haim Harari, Olaf Kübler, and Hubert Markl, who distilled them from the most successful systems and ideas in the world for the governance of research institutes.
Education
ISTA provides a world-class environment for science and an attractive destination for PhD students, postdocs, and professors from all countries. We are committed to the highest international academic standards, integrity, equality and diversity on campus, as well as respect and recognition for all.
Research
Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a cross-disciplinary research institution that combines basic science research with graduate education. Our scientists perform theoretical and experimental research in Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Information and System Sciences. They are organized in small to medium-size research groups that interact with each other across the boundaries of traditional disciplines.
Career
Cooperation drives our success. ISTA aims to overcome all barriers within and between research groups and scientific disciplines. By actively promoting collaborations between its researchers across different fields of science and different levels of experience, the Institute provides an atmosphere of passion for expanding the frontiers of knowledge.
Short Courses
Student services
The Scientific Service Units (SSUs) are one of ISTA´s strategic key factors. These facilities pool scientific infrastructure used by more than one research group to avoid a duplication of efforts and expenses. Their cutting-edge equipment and expert services allow scientists to perform research at an internationally competitive level.
List of SSU Facilities:- Bioimaging Facility
- Electron Microscopy Facility
- Library
- Life Science Facility
- Miba Machine Shop
- Nanofabrication Facility
- Preclinical Facility
- Scientific Computing
Housing services
Many employees choose to live on campus in the Institute-owned and –operated apartments. Surrounded by nature, and just a few steps away from the lab and office buildings, these apartments comprise over 100 residences, for both families and individuals.
For short-term visitors, ISTA also has a guesthouse located in the Central Building, where individuals, couples, or families can reside for brief periods.
Library services
The library at ISTA provides predominantly electronic resources. Therefore, the main focus of the library lies on licensing eJournals and eBooks, and providing access to important databases and further electronic content.
ICT services
ISTA provides a number of IT services. Our IT Support is also happy to help with any IT issues.
Off-campus access to licensed content is provided to ISTA members via VPN client.
Medical services
All employees receive full social security coverage.
Campus life
The campus is located in the historic town of Klosterneuburg only 18 km from Vienna’s city center. ISTA’s campus combines state-of-the-art infrastructure with beautiful natural surroundings.
Sports facilities
ISTA features an active and diverse campus life. Scientists and administrative staff get together for social and cultural activities, ranging from soccer, billiards and skiing to board games, dancing lessons, pilates and yoga courses. The foosball (table soccer) tournament is one of the many highlights on campus. Learn more about sports and entertainment on campus.
Student clubs
Social activities happening regularly at the Institute include:
- Photography club
- Running group
- ISTA choir and charity concert
- Arts club
- Cycling group
- ISTA family group
- Salsa on campus