Systematic controls were carried out at the Habsburg Empire’s border with the Ottoman Empire as far back as the 18th century. Combined with the mobility control of Ottoman migrants, they were key features of Habsburg population policy. The development of this policy is currently being studied with the support of the Austrian Science Fund FWF. Continue reading “Migration and border security in the Habsburg Empire”
Inheritance practices have had a significant influence on the development of a rural society. However, the fact that this influence was not as strong as previously assumed is demonstrated by a historical socio-scientific research project funded by the Austrian Science Fund FWF. Continue reading “Property transfer influences – or not?”
Demographic expert Wolfgang Lutz about the reasons for people fleeing to Europe, the prerequisites for successful integration and why education is essential for the development of the economy and democracy. Continue reading “At the epicentre of demography”
Children of Turkish migrants with low levels of education find it particularly hard to get a higher education in Austria. This was demonstrated by a social science study comparing the country with France and Sweden. The significant findings have now been published in book form. Continue reading “Children of Turkish migrants disadvantaged in Austria”