The biotechnologist was honored at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology for her internationally recognized research on microbiomes and climate-resilient agriculture
Angela Sessitsch, Head of the Center for Health & Bioresources at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, ranks among the Top 3 “Austrians of the Year” in the Research category. The renowned biotechnologist was honored as part of the Austria 25 Awards of the daily newspaper “Die Presse” for her outstanding contributions to microbiome research and its significance for sustainable, climate-resilient agriculture.
Her research shows how microbially supported solutions—from seed treatment and crop protection to improved nutrient cycles—strengthen yield security, soil health, and resource efficiency in agriculture. In doing so, Sessitsch provides important answers to the challenges of climate change.
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