The Johannes Kepler University Linz and the Institute of Experimental Physics in particular mourn the loss of Associate Professor Dr. Oswald Benka, who passed away at the age of 80 on March 3, 2025 after a brief, difficult illness.

Oswald Benka was not only a gifted physicist, but also contributed significantly to the JKU in many other ways, including his ´many years of active involvement as an employee´representative and a works council representative. The Johannes Kepler University Linz is deeply indebted to Associate Professor Dr. Benka and his contributions to the university's growth, and will continue to remember and honor his memory.