The “Lange Nacht der Forschung 2026” (Long Night of Research) is Austria’s largest event dedicated to science, research and innovation. On 24 April 2026, K1-MET GmbH will be present at three locations – Linz, Leoben and Tulln – offering exciting insights into sustainable metallurgical research.

Linz: Thermoelectricity as the ultimate heat converter for energy recovery
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of thermoelectrics and discover how heat can be converted directly into electrical energy. Through theory and practical experiments, you will explore the physical principles that make it possible to harness industrial waste heat in a sustainable way – contributing to higher energy efficiency and reduced energy consumption.
Visit our station at the Ars Electronica Center Linz (Ars-Electronica-Strasse 1, 4040 Linz) from 5.00 – 11.00 p.m.

Leoben: Sustainable Steel Experience
In Leoben, the station Sustainable Steel Experience is presented by the Chair of Ferrous Metallurgy at the Technical University of Leoben together with the metallurgical competence center K1-MET GmbH. Dive into a short lecture by experts providing insights into climate-friendly and sustainable steel production. The focus will be on low-CO₂ production, mobility and metallic materials. The presentation is complemented by a tour of a laboratory facility for CO₂-free steel production. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore steel products in different sizes and gain insight into the material’s microstructure.
Visit us at the Technical University of Leoben (Franz Josef-Strasse 18, 8700 Leoben, Metallurgiegebaeude, 2nd floor, foyer of the Chair of Ferrous Metallurgy) from 5.00 – 11.00 p.m.

Tulln: Waste as a resource: How microorganisms and biomolecules support metal recovery
Discover how tiny helpers can make a big difference. Special microorganisms are able to dissolve valuable metals from different types of waste, such as old mobile phones or laptops. Using biomolecules, these metals can then be selectively recovered from complex mixtures. At our interactive station, young explorers and curious visitors can take part in small experiments themselves – pipetting solutions, examining electronic waste and even “fishing” specific metals out of a mixture.
Visit us at IFA-Tulln, BOKU University (Konrad-Lorenz-Strasse 20, 3430 Tulln).

We are looking forward to seeing you at our stations in Linz, Leoben and Tulln. Entrance is free.
Thanks to UAR – Upper Austrian Research GmbH for coordinating this event.