Mission

FORWIT advises the federal government on the policy areas of research, science, innovation and technology development in order to sustainably strengthen Austria’s innovative power and increase the country’s competitiveness.

FORWIT advises the federal government on the policy areas of research, science, innovation and technology development in order to sustainably strengthen Austria’s innovative power and increase the country’s competitiveness.

Legal basis

The tasks and objectives of FORWIT are defined on a legal basis by a federal law.

Guiding principle

The Council views the STI ecosystem from a holistic perspective in order to utilise its effectiveness for society as a whole, taking into account the European and global context. The aim is to create a sustainable orientation framework for Austria’s prosperity and security based on science, research and innovation.

Legal basis

The tasks and objectives of FORWIT are defined on a legal basis by a federal law.

“Principled, independent, evidence-based, comprehensible and sustainable – these are our core values.”

Thomas Henzinger, Chair

“Principled, independent, evidence-based, comprehensible and sustainable – these are our core values.”

Thomas Henzinger
Chair

“Principled, independent, evidence-based, comprehensible and sustainable – these are our core values.”

Thomas Henzinger
Chair

More about our work

Sessions

At its sessions, the Council makes decisions and adopts opinions and recommendations.

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Work Programme

The work programme describes and defines the central focal points of a year.

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Publications

The Council presents its findings in recommendations, statements and reports.

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