About Us

The Division of Environmental Geosciences investigates key processes controlling the natural environment and anthropogenic impacts. Researchers at EDGE combine field observations with experimental work, linking molecular-scale mechanisms at environmental interfaces with complex large-scale environmental processes using quantitative modelling. At EDGE, we accept the challenges posed by the release of known and emerging pollutants and recognise the need to understand their impacts on soils, ground and surface waters, using process-based and mechanistic research.

 News

27.11.2024
 

While concerns about the impact of microplastics on human health are growing, there are still significant knowledge gaps, especially concerning the...
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14.11.2024
 

EDGE's Anya Sherman and Thilo Hofmann were featured in German TV station ZDF's magazine "Frontal" on tire wear particles and their dangers to human...
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08.11.2024
 

Recent research into the harmful impacts of tire particles and their chemical leachates has raised concerns over the ecological impacts of urban road...
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18.10.2024
 

On October 8, over 200 guests attended the 12th edition of the Environment & Climate Hub discussion series "Umwelt im Gespräch" (Environment in...
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17.10.2024
 

Leoni Mäurer joined EDGE in September as an M.Sc. student. Her master’s thesis explores PFAS sorption on selected biochars, focusing on biochar...
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14.10.2024
 

The protection of water resources requires effective measures to prevent impacts on ecosystems and human health. River sediments can play a key role...
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 EDGE Lecture Series

23.01.2025
 

Jörg Feldmann

TU Vienna

Melchior Neumayr Saal (2A502), UZA II
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09.01.2025
 

Peter Ertl

TU Vienna

Melchior Neumayr Saal (2A502), UZA II
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12.12.2024
 

Stephanie Spahr

IGB Berlin

Melchior Neumayr Saal (2A502), UZA II
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 Publications