About
We are a team of researchers with a passion for Medical Humanities situated at the Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies, University of Vienna. We are curious about the way societies think and talk about health and illness, the ethical and social impacts of such narratives and images, and the medical/cultural practices that shape our ideas about these topics. As humanities scholars, we also care deeply about the potential of creative work and the arts to help patients, doctors and caregivers.
If you are interested in our current events such as workshops and conferences, as well as our Medical Humanities projects, please get in touch via the contact form. We look forward to potential collaborations!
News
- Winter Term (’25/’26) Cultural Studies/Medical Humanities Lecture: “Culture, Health and Justice”
This term, our very own Prof. Dr. Monika Pietrzak-Franger will take a critical look into the intertwining of medical practice, representations, and health politics in this new lecture series. The development of the public sphere of health information has been profoundly shaped by a wide range of media, spanning from 17th-century broadsheets to contemporary social platforms like TikTok. This lecture will provide a critical overview of the patterns, developments, and characteristics of both historical and contemporary visual cultures of health…. - “Scheinbar Genesen: Leben mit Long Covid” at X FX FRAMES PER SPACE • DIFFERENT LOGICS – SHARED QUESTIONS
Mark your calendars! We’re excited to announce our participation in the major interdisciplinary exhibition, “X FRAMES PER SPACE • DIFFERENT LOGICS – SHARED QUESTIONS,” opening this Saturday, November 8th, 2025! This ambitious exhibition, curated by Annette Tesarek, Sebastian Pfeifhofer, and Melina Steiner, brings together over 70 diverse artistic and scientific positions to explore the fundamental “frames” that construct our perception. It’s a fascinating meeting point where art and science converge to illuminate complex and shared questions. 🖼️ Our Contribution: Protected…