Health for humans, animals & plants

Project Highlights

ReductionPSM

Current significance and possibilities for reducing the use of higher-risk plant protection products in agriculture.

EU4H11: International project to strengthen European medicines inspectorates

EU4H11 aims to promote the efficiency and co-operation of medicines inspectorates in the European Economic Area (EEA). The Joint Action is coordinated by AGES/BASG throughout Europe.

Originics: Microbiome analysis to determine the origin of fish

The project is establishing an analytical tool to prove the origin of Austrian freshwater fish.

ISM: Evaluation of insect-friendly mowing techniques

For the first time, the effects of different mowing techniques on insect diversity in permanent grassland were investigated under practical conditions and taking into account the differences over the course of the year.

CHESSMEN: Development of a European network of authorities to monitor drug supply bottlenecks

The existing systems for monitoring distribution restrictions are to be better coordinated and harmonised over the next three years. AGES Medizinmarktaufsicht will play a key role in this project.

LUCASSA I+II: Validation of European soil monitoring programme

There is no standardised soil monitoring programme in Austria. The project validated the European LUCAS dataset and developed a proposal for an Austria-wide monitoring network.

BODAT: Soil data analysis - financial soil estimation and soil mapping

High-resolution satellite data and information from financial soil estimation and soil mapping were combined to obtain and analyse current indirect information on soil properties.

SPITFIRE: We are looking for resistant pea varieties

The aim of the project is to analyse different pea genotypes in order to identify resistance to PNYDV. This will enable the breeding of resistant pea varieties in the future.

ASOCseq: Carbon sequestration potential of Austrian soils

The FAO is working on a map to visualise the global capacity of soils to sequester organic carbon. In the ASOCseq project, this map was improved by using high-resolution data sets and integrated into the global map.

Survey of potential chickpea cultivation in Austria

The aim of the project is to determine the (yield) potential of chickpeas with a variety trial and to build up and pass on further expertise.

RIMPEST: Effects of climate change on insect pests

Climate change has a wide range of effects on agriculture. The RIMPEST project is focussing on the impact of climate change on potential risks posed by important insect pests for crop production in Austria and is looking for associated adaptation options.

Radon survey: Evaluation of a worldwide radon protection survey by the WHO

The radon protection survey shows what progress has been made to date in the respective countries in the areas of health and radon prevention and provides an insight into the work still required to protect the population.

BIOPIGEE: Biosecurity measures in pig farming in Europe

The BIOPIGEE project aimed to identify and research effective and cost-efficient biosecurity measures to control Hepatitis E virus (HEV) and the occurrence of Salmonella in European pig farming. Farmers and veterinarians can be exposed to an increased risk of infection through close contact with pigs.

INVITE: Innovations in Plant Variety Testing in Europe

The INVITE project promotes plant varieties with high resistance to unfavourable environmental influences. To this end, variety testing is to be improved in order to better assess the characteristics and performance of new varieties.

Eco-AlpsWater - Innovative ecological assessment and water management strategy for the protection of ecosystem services in alpine lakes and rivers

The Eco-AlpsWater project has improved traditional monitoring approaches of inland waters through the use of advanced DNA sequencing techniques.

FF-IPM: Fruit Flies In-silico / Prevention & Management

The FF-IPM project focuses on three economically important fruit fly species with a broad host plant spectrum that pose a direct threat to European fresh fruit production.

ANTIVERSA: Biodiversity as an ecological barrier against the spread of clinically relevant antibiotic resistance in the environment

ANTIVERSA is investigating whether a "healthy" natural environment with a high diversity of different bacterial and fungal species represents a barrier to the spread of antibiotic resistance. Initial results indicate that this is the case.

ROADS to Health: Decision support for the pandemic management of the future

ROADS aims to develop the need and basis for technologically supported measure matching in the event of a pandemic. This involves creating a technological concept (tool) that specifies the respective steps in pandemic management in order to adapt measures to the given situation and anticipated scenarios.

PROTAX - Enzymatically induced PROTein ArabinoXylan networks in gluten-free systems

Despite the increasing demand for gluten-free baked goods, the quality is not yet comparable to wheat or rye products. The PROTAX project aims to improve the quality of gluten-free baked goods by forming a gluten-like network in dough.

FUTURESOILS

The FUTURESOILS project works with schoolchildren to establish a link between their own food and different farming systems and jointly research the advantages and disadvantages of "horizontal" and "vertical" farming.

AgriWeedClim - New weed species under the influence of climate and land use change

New weed species are arriving in Central Europe, causing considerable yield losses and control costs. The AgriWeedClim project is analysing the changes in weed flora in Central Europe.

OPTIKORN: Optimised sourdough management for the industrial production of einkorn baked goods

In the OPTIKORN project, special sourdoughs and optimised processes are being developed to enable the production of high-quality, wholesome einkorn baked goods under industrial conditions.

MINAGRIS: Micro- and nanoplastics in agricultural soils: sources, environmental behaviour and effects on the ecosystem

The aim of this project is to obtain more accurate data on the degree of pollution of agricultural land with plastics and to facilitate the use of more sustainable plastics in agriculture in the future.

NANOVIR: Epidemiology of nanoviruses and control strategies of aphids as vectors in organic field bean cultivation

The aim of the project was to collect epidemiological data on the pea necrotic yellow dwarf virus (PNYDV) in Austria and to develop strategies against the virus in organic field beans. To this end, epidemiological trials and monitoring as well as spray agent trials and mixed crop trials were carried out.

EJP Soil: Climate-friendly and sustainable management of agricultural soils

Appropriate EU-wide research activities are required for the climate-adapted and sustainable management of agricultural soils. In the European Joint Project (EJP) Soil, topics are defined, research projects are tendered and coordinated and the implementation of the results is ensured.

The European Human Biomonitoring Initiative

The HBM4EU project aims to measure pollutants more efficiently. A Europe-wide human biomonitoring system has been developed to measure pollutants more efficiently and reduce chemical pollution.

European Partnership for the Risk Assessment of Chemicals

PARC is an EU-wide research and innovation programme to better address challenges in the field of chemical safety. The partnership will facilitate the transition to next generation risk assessment to better protect human health and the environment.

CharAccess: Development of molecular markers for beetle bean breeding

In order to develop more drought- and heat-tolerant bean varieties, molecular markers were identified in the CharAccess project to support bean breeding.

SusCrop: Sustainable plant production

SusCrop is a project that aims to strengthen the European Research Area in the field of sustainability and resilience of crop production through improved cooperation and coordination of different national and regional research programmes.

TeaTime4Schools: Measuring biological activity in soils with the help of schools in Austria

As part of the TeaTime4Schools project, pupils from 150 school classes acted as citizen scientists to collect data on the decomposition of organic material in the soil.

EURAVELCH: Improved diagnostics and insights into the occurrence and spread of little cherry viruses

Little cherry viruses are pathogens that attack cherry fruit and can therefore cause economic damage. The EURAVELCH project aimed to develop methods to detect the viruses directly in the plant material in order to prevent the spread of the virus. These methods enabled the Little Cherry Virus to be detected in Austria for the first time.

Wireworm monitoring in potatoes for the Austrian plant protection warning service

To control wireworms, it is crucial to determine the flight time and the associated egg laying. We have tested new trap systems to better determine this time.

ADAPT: Accelerated Development of multiple-stress tolerAnt PoTato

Due to climate change, plants such as the potato are increasingly exposed to heat, drought and flooding. As part of the ADAPT project, the reactions of the potato to such stress factors are being analysed. At the same time, new varieties adapted to these events are to be developed.

Adaptability of Listeria

The adaptability of Listeria was researched by analysing various strains of different origins in order to limit their spread in the food sector. Their sensitivity to antibiotics and biocides was also tested.

Persistent organic pollutants in Austria

Persistent organic pollutants can be ingested via food or drinking water and pose health risks. We have analysed various locations for possible contamination by these substances.

Varieties with improved eco-stability for adaptation to climate change

Due to climate change, domestic agriculture needs new, adapted plant varieties. Climate-fit varieties were developed for Austria as part of the Klimafit I and II projects.

Radon monitoring

We have developed measures and instruments for optimised monitoring of low radon concentrations - and thus better radon protection for the European population.

Soil requirements for food security in Austria

Austria's most fertile soils were identified as part of the BEAT project. The aim is to prevent the loss of valuable agricultural land and ensure food security in Austria.

Improving the digestibility of wheat products

As more and more people suffer from wheat intolerance, relevant ingredients have been characterised and alternative measures to improve the digestibility of wheat have been researched.

Ovitrap monitoring of alien mosquito species in Austria

With an Austria-wide monitoring programme using ovitraps ("egg-laying traps"), we record the occurrence and distribution of alien mosquito species in Austria. The main focus is on the Asian tiger mosquito, which we have detected in five federal states.

Mosquito monitoring at Vienna-Schwechat Airport

We have been carrying out mosquito monitoring at Vienna Airport Schwechat since 2018 to determine whether exotic mosquito species are being introduced to Austria via air traffic. In 2021, we detected Asian tiger mosquito eggs at the airport for the first time.

ANSWER: Antibiotic resistance in wastewater

Antibiotics and mobile antibiotic resistance in treated wastewater are being researched as part of the EU Horizon 2020 project ANSWER. AGES is working with international researchers from 18 institutions in nine countries to find answers to potential risks and innovative solutions.

Future bee

The "Future Bee" project aims to investigate bee health in Austria and the influence of agricultural production, beekeeping and weather conditions on colony and bee losses. The results summarise the health status of the bee colonies studied in Austria.

Bioenergy

Bioenergy represents the largest share of renewable energy sources in Austria. In recent years, the production of energy from the biomass of renewable raw materials has gained enormously in importance. The EU's declared goal of reducing CO2 emissions can only be achieved if there is a sufficient supply of raw materials.

BPRACTICES - New methods for population management

In the ERA-Net project BPRACTICES, new methods for colony management are being identified and developed with the active participation of beekeepers.

Last updated: 29.11.2023

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