Science is not an island of certainty. It is a public space for searching, doubting, and learning together. In times of climate crisis, it becomes clear how much our future depends on our ability not only to produce knowledge, but also to share it—with empathy, with the courage to embrace ambivalence, and with hope for democratic solutions. Continue reading Anna Durnová: The ball stands for togetherness
Museums are not only places of wonder, but also of research. Scientists from many disciplines work on exhibitions—from art history to genetics, from restoration to digital humanities. Research in museums is the opposite of science in an ivory tower: It takes place in the midst of society and reaches an audience of millions. Continue reading Jonathan Fine: Turning scientific findings into an experience
Science is everywhere: For me, science is not something that happens in an ivory tower, but something that permeates our entire lives: from the ubiquitous smartphone in our hands to the protective flu vaccine in the winter months. Scientific discoveries and advances affect us all.
Continue reading Elka Xharo: Put role models in the spotlight!
This year’s Science Ball has a fresh new look. A visit with the designers who created the new poster.
Growing up as a country kid in Carinthia gave me the best foundation for discovering science anytime and anywhere. When I wasn’t playing outside in nature or tending to my garden, I was creating a herbarium or drawing pictures of plants and trees. Continue reading Christine Marizzi: Science is everywhere — science is for everyone!
For weeks, the organizing committee of the Science Ball has been experiencing extremely high demand from both Austria and abroad. Tickets can now be booked in the online shop. The prices: €150 for regular tickets, €60 for students. Tables can also be booked in the online shop; the boxes are already sold out. Continue reading Ticket go on sale for #SciBall26
“To boldly go where no one has gone before.”
Other balls adopt a motto every year. The Science Ball has always been reluctant in this regard. Firstly, because we on the organising committee wanted to establish a traditional ball from the very beginning, one that would convince by virtue of its mission. The maxim “Fun with decency, dance with attitude” is as true in 2026 as it was at the beginning in 2015. And besides: Does the Opera Ball have a motto that goes beyond the musical program? The Techniker Cercle? Or the Philharmonic Ball? All right, then. Continue reading Why we are giving ourselves a motto for 2026
The death of the great Tom Lehrer at the age of 97 is very sad news. The mathematician and songwriter is best known for his song “Elements.” In 2021, in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, we asked chemist and pianist Nuno Maulide (University of Vienna) to accompany Anne Wieben in her performance of Lehrer’s prophetic “I Got It From Agnes,” in which he explains chains of infection with his trademark blend of science and sarcasm. Continue reading On the passing of Tom Lehrer
