The Institute of Health Sciences (IGW) at UAS St. Pölten encompasses three primary areas: Dietetic Research & Nutrition Science, Nursing Science, and Physio Science. These focus areas are closely integrated with the academic programs of the Department of Health. Additionally, the IGW incorporates four key pillars – Life Long Learning, Sustainability, Gender & Diversity, and Digital Health – which enrich the main focus areas and strengthen connections to university-wide research themes. At IGW, interdisciplinary research focuses on health-related topics and adjacent fields. A central feature of our research activities is the close integration of research and teaching with practical applications, aimed at developing innovative and practical solutions.