We are delighted that two current and one former member of our institute have been awarded the JKU Young Researchers' Award. With this award, Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) honors significant academic and scientific achievements of JKU doctoral students.

Voices of the Awardees

Kevin Feichtinger, formerly a doctoral student at the LIT CPS Lab and now a postdoc at KIT, opens an external URL in a new window, says: "It feels great to have years of work recognized. Receiving a JKU-wide award is something special that one does not forget quickly.” When asked what advice he would give to other young researchers, he says, “During the PhD and even afterwards, there will always be ups and downs. It’s important not only to celebrate the big successes (like the acceptance of a paper) but also to remember the small victories (like positive feedback on an idea)."

Lisa Sonnleithner, now a postdoc at our institute, shares her experiences during her doctoral studies: “I appreciate being involved in various projects and implementing my own ideas. The PhD offered me many opportunities to do so. I am happy that this intensive work has now also been awarded.”

Bianca Wiesmayr, also a postdoc at our institute, emphasizes the importance of collaboration: "This success would not have been possible alone. It is the result of a great team, a supportive environment, and valuable international collaborations."

Voices of the PhD Supervisors

"I am very proud of the achievements of our graduates. The fact that three Young Researcher Awards went to the LIT CPS Lab highlights our successful research work," says Rick Rabiser.

Alois Zoitl adds: "We are happy that they were able to complete their doctoral studies so successfully. We also welcome new doctoral students to our team. We offer many opportunities to contribute new perspectives and fresh ideas."

Are you interested in joining our team? Get an overview of our research areas and send us an email: https://www.jku.at/en/lit-cyber-physical-systems-lab/research/research-topics/

We would like to thank Fabasoft, Raiffeisen, Saxinger, and Voestalpine Stahl for sponsoring the award.