news 2016

Mathematical models analysing the interplay between society and hydrological effects have been developed at TU Wien (Vienna).

Grey on the outside, green inside: The production of "Öko²-Beton" concrete consumes up to 30 percent less CO2 than the production of standard concrete, and yet the "green" concrete is by no means less stable or less convenient to process. Photographic material available for download at the end of the text.

Scientists from Austria, Finland and Hungary are using laser scanners to study the day-night rhythm of trees. As it turns out, trees go to sleep too. Most living organisms adapt their behavior to the rhythm of day and night. Plants are no exception: flowers open in the morning, some tree leaves close during the night.

Researchers at TU Graz's Institute of Applied Geosciences reveal findings on climate change, renewable energy and geological processes on the Erzberg mountain by "questioning" special witnesses. How will the climate change in the future? Questions about the future global climate can be better answered when we know more regional details about climate in the past.

Traditional concrete is usually grey and is used in the construction of walls, bridges and roads. Right? Almost. Concrete is much more. Concrete is the most commonly used building material in the world and has to conform to demands in terms of workability, strength and durability, depending on area of application.