The new permanent exhibition “Science Changes” has opened at Vienna Museum of Science and Technology. Covering around 800 square meters, it explores how science evolves and how research can be made accessible to a broader audience.
A particular highlight is the full-scale mock-up of a quantum laboratory from the University of Vienna – featuring vacuum measurement technology from Thyracont.
Precision meets Cutting-Edge Research
The realistic replica of a quantum laboratory illustrates the essential role of vacuum technology. Often operating in the background, it is a key enabler in a wide range of applications – from semiconductor manufacturing and pharmaceuticals to space exploration and quantum research.
Ultra-high vacuum is a fundamental requirement for many quantum physics experiments. This is where precise and reliable measurement solutions become critical.
The mock-up clearly demonstrates how high-precision measurement technology underpins modern research and enables technological progress.
Making Science Accessible
The exhibition “Science Changes” combines interactive formats with historical exhibits, including an astronomical clock by Philipp Imsser and a large-scale brain model from the 1950s.
Its goal is to make scientific methods understandable and to foster dialogue between research and society.
Making Technology Visible
Integrating vacuum measurement technology into the quantum lab highlights how essential, often invisible technologies can be communicated in a tangible way.
It underlines a key idea: progress is not only driven by innovation, but also by understanding the technologies behind it.
In the TMW Quantum Laboratory – Our measurement technology makes these experiments possible.
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