Julia Wild BSc MSc

In the project “SARA – self-determined, active, risk-free aging,” a team from the University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria is providing scientific support for the development of an innovative AI-based fall detection system.

Phytochemicals, also known as secondary plant metabolites, play an integral role in our daily lives, as evidenced by the colours, scents and flavours of plant-based foods. Not only do they protect plants, they also enrich our lives through their sensory properties and potential health benefits. The project 'Kids Explore Superpowers in Plants' introduces children and adolescents to these fascinating substances by combining scientific research with hands-on educational experiences. Our goal is to raise awareness of scientific work among pupils and to spark their interest in food as a research topic.

As a follow-up project to the Dyn-Sit-Pain study, this research aims to investigate the overall health as well as the physical and mental well-being through dynamic office chairs. The development of an innovative dynamic office chair concept will be professionally and scientifically supported, and the developed prototypes will be examined within the framework of usability studies.

In October 2025, a “Demenz Meet” will take place in Steyr for the first time. According to the motto 'Enjoy with all your senses' the event will focus on enjoyment and nutrition. The University of Applied Sciences for Health Professions Upper Austria will be participating in the event through its “Nutrition Strategies for Dementia” project. The project will provide practical recipes and evidence-based information on the importance of nutrition for people with dementia.

As a follow-up to the project PROAKTIV4D, this study aims to scientifically develop a digital exercise database for physiotherapists. For selected diagnoses, a literature-based exercise selection will be made, and exercise plans will be created where possible, based on current evidence.

Patients with chronic diseases require specific skills for managing their symptoms. Therefore, an education programme for chronically ill people will be developed at the University of Applied Sciences for Health Professionals Upper Austria. The programme will comprise six workshops, individual coaching sessions, and regular group meetings.

The programme will be implemented in a primary care centre. Experiences, effectiveness, and acceptance will be evaluated in a study.

In Austria, as in many other countries, the older population continues to grow. Often elderly people prefer staying in their own homes for as long as they can, and only move into a nursing home at a later stage in their lives or only if need be. However, to respond to this important and understandable request for independence, family members and informal caregivers have to take on challenging responsibilities. Our project aims to support these individuals in home care for elderly people.