Promotion of Science by ÖGAHM
We promote know-how ÖGAHM has made it its mission to support scientific staff at universities in selected projects in the fields of alpine, high-altitude, and sports medicine. On this page, you will find a selection of projects that have already been funded. Institute of Sports Science, University of Innsbruck Project Title: Effects of different pre-acclimatization […]
Alpine and High Altitude Medicine, 3rd Edition
On June 3, 2025, the 3rd revised and updated edition of our textbook Alpine and High Altitude Medicine was published.
Obituary: MR Dr. med. Walter Phleps, 1948–2025 – Pioneer of mountain and air rescue
With the passing of Dr. Walter Phleps, we have lost a pioneer of mountain and air rescue. He originally came from the Kleinwalsertal in Vorarlberg and studied medicine in Innsbruck. His training years as a specialist in surgery at Innsbruck University Hospital coincided with the pioneering years of alpine air rescue, and Walter was already […]
Alpine Medicine Newsletter No. 73
published in October 2025
analyse:berg Summer 2025
The new issue of analyse:berg is ready – with the latest figures, in-depth analyses, and exciting insights into alpine accident trends.
Mountain Rescue 2030 – Trends in Alpine Emergency Medicine
Peter Paal delivered a presentation on “Mountain Rescue 2030 – Trends in Alpine Emergency Medicine.” Many thanks to the Mountain Rescue Service of the South Tyrolean Alpine Association (BRD im AVS) for organizing and providing the recording.
analyse:berg Winter 2024/25
The 28th issue of the specialist magazine analyse:berg has been completed in terms of content and design and is currently being printed. It will be dispatched after Easter, and you can look forward to an informative and exciting magazine! The analyse:berg Winter 2024/25 issue covers the review period from November 1, 2023 to October 31, […]
Alpine Medicine Newsletter No. 72
published in January 2025
Scientific Study on Avalanche Airbags
BiALP, a non-profit association of students and resident physicians dedicated to research in mountain medicine, is currently conducting a scientific study on avalanche airbags to understand the perception of this device and the recommendations of mountain professionals such as ski instructors, mountain guides, and rescue services. The project aims to address the following questions: Are […]
Research Funding for High Altitude and Expedition Medicine 2024
BExMed has updated its research prize. ÖGAHM members are also eligible to apply and may submit proposals. BExMed has once again announced research funding in the field of high altitude and expedition medicine for the year 2024, totaling €8,000 for young researchers. Applications may be submitted by members of BExMed and ÖGAHM. The application must […]