The 10th International Summer School on Stress, Vienna, Austria
A premier summer school on stress science, resilience, and mental well-being, featuring expert talks, hands-on workshops, and networking. Date and time June 2 · 9am – June 6 · 4pm CEST Location weXelerate 1 Praterstraße 1020 Wien Austria Show map About this event Stress is a part of life – but how you manage it […]
VIGS Celebrates the Legacy of Hans Selye with Exhibition Tribute in Vienna
The Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) honored the life and legacy of Hans Selye, the celebrated Viennese-born scientist widely known as the “father of stress,” with a special exhibition and opening ceremony in Vienna. The event brought together students, international scholars, and distinguished guests to honor Selye’s contributions to medicine, science, and global health. […]
VIGS Hosts First AI & No-Code Hackathon in Central and Eastern Europe
On May 13, the Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) hosted the first AI & No-Code Hackathon in Central and Eastern Europe at the WeXelerate start-up hub in Vienna. This groundbreaking event brought together corporate managers, aspiring entrepreneurs, curious innovators, and students to explore how AI and no-code tools are transforming the way we approach […]
Who is at the Wheel? The Automotive Industry in The New Global Era
The global auto industry is undergoing significant change, driven by new technologies, economic shifts, and changing consumer preferences. This transformation was the focus of a panel discussion hosted by the Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS), where industry leaders and experts examined the key factors shaping the future of mobility. The event brought together top […]
Reshuffling Cards: The Geopolitical Shift Under Trump Administration
The Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) successfully hosted an exclusive panel discussion titled “Reshuffling Cards: The Geopolitical Implications of the New Trump Administration” at the WeXelerate start-up hub in Vienna. The event brought together top diplomats, policy experts, and complexity scientists to analyze the challenges and opportunities shaping global power dynamics following the recent […]
VIGS Official Partner of Future Forward 2024
On November 28, 2024, the Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) became an official partner of Future Forward 2024, a leading event dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and shaping the future of technology and society. Future Forward, held at weXelerate’s Innovation Hub in Vienna, brought together over 700 industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and startups to explore […]
‘AI & The Future – The Age of Machines’ Meetup in Vienna
Vienna, November 27, 2024 – A city renowned for its intellectual and cultural heritage witnessed an electrifying gathering of global minds at the “AI & The Future: The Age of Machines” meetup. Organized by the VIGS Institute, a Vienna-based research institute dedicated to solving global problems in the 21st century, the event brought together experts […]
Global Experts Convene in Vienna for VIGS Institute’s Health & Wellbeing Symposium
The VIGS Institute, a Vienna-based research institute dedicated to solving global problems in the 21st century, hosted its Health & Wellbeing Symposium on November 3-4. This invite-only event gathered leading experts and practitioners from across the globe, with participants attending in person and some joining online, representing Austria, Argentina, Canada, Colombia, Hungary, Israel, Kenya, Moldova, […]
Opening Reception of the VIGS Institute
The Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) held its official opening reception on 17th October at SO/ Vienna in Vienna, Austria. The event marked the launch of this research center, dedicated to addressing global challenges through an interdisciplinary approach that integrates entrepreneurial ecosystems, international relations, and wellbeing & stress. Naomi Besedes, Deputy Director of VIGS, […]
Reflection on Our Collective Future: A Week in Vienna
In July, fifty visionaries from around the world gathered in the heart of Vienna, Austria, for an extraordinary week dedicated to contemplating the future of humankind. Hosted at weXelerate, an innovative Austrian-Israeli think tank, the event marked the inauguration of the Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS) —a groundbreaking approach between the Santa Fe Institute […]
