Lange Nacht der Forschung 2022

Every 2 years, innovative findings, the latest research results and ground-breaking technologies are made accessible to a wide audience throughout Austria during one evening. The aim of the Lange Nacht der Forschung (LNF) is to present science and research in an innovative, understandable and entertaining way with free admission. Research institutions, universities, technical colleges, companies and others scientific institutions gave insights into their work at 280 exhibition sites in all nine federal states.

In Leoben, visitors could choose from an extensive programme. With a hands-on station at the Montanuniversität Leoben, the RIC Education Team was able to present the RM@Schools program and its toolkits to the public. With special AR apps and online games, visitors could learn more about mineral raw materials and how they are used in the manufacture of everyday objects. Visitors showed particular interest in BetterGeo Mod for Minecraft and The Briefcase of Mineral Applications.