The 7th VAO Symposium in Kaprun was a complete success with participants from 7 countries all represented in the Virtual Alpine Observatory.
Over 70 scientists and stakeholders all across the Alps met in the castle of Kaprun to present their most recent research, discuss and establish new contacts for future collaborations. The symposium emphasized on the productive interdisciplinary collaboration among those working in the Atmosphere, Cryosphere, Hydrosphere, Biosphere, Relief, and Lithosphere fields by hosting distinguished keynote speakers from various fields all focusing on mountain research in a changing climate. Expert panel discussions as well as collaborative workshops offered space for representatives from politics, science and economy to foster inter- and transdisciplinary exchange.
The organizing team thanks all keynote speakers, moderators and participants for three interesting and productive days. We are looking forward to the next VAO Symposium in 2027!