AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is the biggest non University research institute of Austria. AIT advises infrastructure-related public authorities about policy decisions regarding infrastructure and technology, coordinates foresight processes, performs studies and evaluations and also develops concepts and programs.
A combination of our technological, foresight and policy development competences allows AIT to provide substantial input for new strategy and infrastructure concepts. The Center for Health & Bioresources is committed to sustainable and innovative management and use the of biological resources for crop improvement. Research focuses on promoting plant growth, using specific microorganisms and efficient production processes. In frame of several projects the use of alternative methods for weed managements are explored.