| 2022: Dr Nina Knittel, MA (Econ.), BA (Econ.) |
| 2019: Dr. rer.soc.oec. Reinhard Schrank, BSc, MSc |
| 2017: DI Dr. rer.soc.oec. Sofie Regina Waltl, BSc |
| 2016: Dr Marlies Hanna Schütz, Bakk., M.A. |
| 2021: Wolfgang Mayer BA, MA |
| 2020: Manuel Gruber-Nemet, BA (Econ.) MSc (Econ.) |
| 2019: Antonia Schirgi, BA MA MA |
| 2018: Sandra Maria Pfister, BA, BA, MA, MA |
| 2015: Alexandra Wumbauer, BSc, MSc. |
Every year, the best students and their research projects are recognised with prestigious awards and scholarships.
Research Awards from the The Economic Chamber of Styria (WKO)
Outstanding students of the University of Graz received research scholarships of 2,500€ each from the Styrian Economic Chamber. In addition, 500€ is awarded to each of the institutes where the theses are supervised.
| Elias Gumpinger | Decision Modelling for the Supply of Critical Parts in BWM Production Networks |
Ceremonial award presentation: The scholarships were awarded as part of a gala hosted by the Styrian Economic Chamber. ┃ More information
On 1 July 2025, outstanding students from the University of Graz each received a research grant of 2,100 euros from the Economic Chamber of Styria (WKO). In addition, 500 euros will be awarded to each of the departments supervising the research projects.
| Daniela Pinter | What impact does an AI-based quality assurance system have on pharmaceutical production? |
Award ceremony: The grants were presented during a gala hosted by the Economic Chamber of Styria (WKO). ┃ Further information
Four of our students have each been awarded €2,500 for their outstanding Master’s theses:
| Susanne Bräuer | Development of an optimisation model for warehouse logistics – 20% time saving in order picking at Knapp AG |
| Benjamin Gigerl | AI-supported quality system for transformers – 80% accuracy in quality control, enabling cost savings |
| Nicole Rauch | Analysis of the EU Supply Chain Directive – Companies must adapt quickly to meet transparency requirements |
| Matthias Salomon | Climate protection & economic growth – Early energy efficiency measures promote long-term prosperity |
Award ceremony: The scholarships were presented at a gala hosted by the Economic Chamber of Styria (WKO).
