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{{Infobox university<br />
| name = University of Graz<br />
| native_name = Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz<br />
| image = University of Graz logo.svg<br />
| image_size = 200px<br />
| motto = <br />
| established = 1585<br />
| type = Public<br />
| rector = [[Martin Polaschek]]<br />
| students = 31,580 (2019)<br />
| city = [[Graz]]<br />
| state = [[Styria]]<br />
| country = [[Austria]]<br />
| campus = Urban<br />
| website = [https://www.uni-graz.at/ www.uni-graz.at]<br />
}}<br />
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The '''University of Graz''' ({{lang-de|Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz}}), located in [[Graz]], [[Austria]], is one of the country's oldest and largest universities. It was founded in 1585 by [[Archduke Charles II of Austria]] and is named after him and [[Emperor Francis I of Austria]]. The university is known for its research and education in various fields, including the [[humanities]], [[natural sciences]], and [[social sciences]].<br />
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== History ==<br />
The University of Graz was established in 1585 by [[Archduke Charles II of Austria]] as a Jesuit university. It was closed in 1782 by Emperor [[Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor|Joseph II]] and reopened in 1827 by Emperor [[Francis I of Austria]]. Over the centuries, it has grown to become one of the largest universities in Austria, with a significant impact on the academic and cultural life of the region.<br />
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== Faculties ==<br />
The University of Graz comprises six faculties:<br />
* Faculty of [[Catholic Theology]]<br />
* Faculty of [[Law]]<br />
* Faculty of [[Business, Economics and Social Sciences]]<br />
* Faculty of [[Arts and Humanities]]<br />
* Faculty of [[Natural Sciences]]<br />
* Faculty of [[Environmental, Regional and Educational Sciences]]<br />
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== Notable Alumni and Faculty ==<br />
The University of Graz has produced numerous notable alumni and faculty members, including:<br />
* [[Erwin Schrödinger]], Nobel Prize-winning physicist<br />
* [[Otto Loewi]], Nobel Prize-winning pharmacologist<br />
* [[Fritz Pregl]], Nobel Prize-winning chemist<br />
* [[Viktor Kaplan]], inventor of the Kaplan turbine<br />
* [[Karl von Frisch]], Nobel Prize-winning ethologist<br />
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== Research and Innovation ==<br />
The University of Graz is renowned for its research activities, particularly in the fields of [[climate change]], [[sustainable development]], and [[molecular biosciences]]. It is home to several research centers and institutes, including the [[Wegener Center for Climate and Global Change]] and the [[BioTechMed-Graz]].<br />
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== Campus ==<br />
The university's main campus is located in the heart of Graz, providing students with access to the city's rich cultural and historical heritage. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the main library, which houses an extensive collection of academic resources.<br />
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== Student Life ==<br />
The University of Graz offers a vibrant student life with numerous student organizations, cultural events, and sports activities. The university's [[Austrian Students' Union]] (ÖH) provides support and representation for students, ensuring their voices are heard in university governance.<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[List of universities in Austria]]<br />
* [[Graz University of Technology]]<br />
* [[Medical University of Graz]]<br />
* [[Styria]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
* [https://www.uni-graz.at/ Official website]<br />
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