House of Digitalization at the Long Night of Research Numerous stations invite you to discover, participate and try things out on April 24th in Tulln.
Across Lower Austria, more than 100 institutions in ten regions are participating at over 300 locations. The House of Digitalization is also taking part for the second time since 2024, offering visitors a diverse program with a total of eight stations – from the interactive exhibition and hands-on activities at the Science Center Lower Austria to the activation of ID Austria.
The centerpiece is the current exhibition, "Is Digital the Solution? – Innovations for Our Future," which addresses key questions of digital transformation and presents them vividly at interactive stations. The program is complemented by the audiovisual show "What is the Rhizosphere?", which brings nature's hidden networks to life in an immersive presentation.
The Science Center Lower Austria, operated by the Department of Science and Research of the State of Lower Austria and located within the House of Digitalization, is also opening its doors with several hands-on stations: The Digital Technologies Lab explores modern technologies in the "Workshop of the Future," while the Biotechnology Lab offers fascinating insights into the microcosm and biotechnological processes. Those who enjoy puzzles and solving escape rooms can try their hand at the station "Are you fast enough to solve the elixir's secret?" In addition, the Coding and AI Studio and the AR/VR Studio invite visitors to experiment with programming, artificial intelligence, and immersive technologies. Another station provides information about ID Austria and offers on-site registration.
"The Long Night of Research is an excellent opportunity to experience digitalization, science, and innovation in an accessible and engaging way. With the eight stations in the House of Digitalization, we demonstrate how diverse and tangible future topics can be – for children, teenagers, and adults alike," emphasize Lukas Reutterer and Claus Zeppelzauer, Managing Directors of the House of Digitalization.
Refreshments will also be available this evening: In the House of Digitalization atrium, the Niederhametner family offers regional culinary delights in the style of a traditional Austrian wine tavern. Visitors can enjoy meat and cheese sandwiches, as well as homemade sausages with mustard and horseradish, among other things.
The Long Night of Research is an excellent opportunity to experience digitalization, science, and innovation in an accessible and engaging way. A directly adjacent partner at the Tulln Technopol Campus is the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt. As the central training and research location on campus, it offers insights into its Bachelor's degree programs in Biotechnological Processes, Biomedical Analytics, and Software Engineering & Digital Systems Engineering, as well as its Master's degree programs in Biotechnology & Analytics and Bio Data Science. Visitors are invited to experience the campus atmosphere and explore the motto "Life Sciences and Digital Future" firsthand. The University of Applied Sciences shares a building complex with the House of Digitalization and will enrich the Long Night of Research with its own exciting program.
The House of Digitalization is located on the Tulln campus and is easily accessible by both public transport and car.
The eight stations in the House of Digitalization at a glance:
1. Exhibition: Is Digital the Solution? – Innovations for Our Future
2. Show Program: What is the Rhizosphere?
3. Hands-on Station: What Does the Workshop of the Future Look Like? Discover the Digital Technologies Lab!
4. Hands-on Station: What Makes Biotechnology So Fascinating? Discover the Biotechnology Lab!
5. Hands-on Station: Are You Fast Enough to Unravel the Secret of the Elixir?
6. Hands-on Station: Can Anyone Program? What's the Deal with AI? Discover the Science Center's Coding and AI Studio!
7. Hands-on Station: Have You Always Wanted to Immerse Yourself in Other Worlds? Discover the Science Center's AR/VR Studio!
8. Supporting Program: What Can ID Austria Do?
In addition to the House of Digitalization and the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt, the Tulln campus offers further exciting stations and activities from other partners, providing insights into various research fields during the Long Night of Research. The complete program for Lower Austria can be found at www.langenachtderforschung.at/noe.
Further information: House of Digitalization www.virtuelleshaus.at