Gerald Steiner

Univ.-Prof. Gerald Steiner holds a Professorship in Organisation Communication and Innovation at the University for Continuing Education Krems' Faculty of Business and Globalisation. His research focuses on sustainability-oriented innovation systems, resource management (particularly phosphorus), and transdisciplinary approaches to complex societal challenges. Key projects include the Global Phosphate Data and Knowledge Hub and leadership in transdisciplinary initiatives like the Biodiversity-Hub Austria.

Steiner's work bridges science and practice through innovative methods like the Phosphorus Negotiation Game. His research addresses critical issues such as mineral resource security, digital transformation impacts, and pandemic-related societal challenges. Notable contributions include frameworks for meta-competence development in higher education and policy analysis tools for crisis management.

He has authored over 150 publications since 2006, including seminal works on transdisciplinary processes, phosphorus supply chain dynamics, and creativity management in organizations. Steiner actively engages in international conferences, presenting at events like the Global Transdisciplinarity Conference and UNEP Working Group on Nitrogen meetings.

Funding sources include the Austrian federal government, EU programs, and industry partnerships. His teaching emphasizes applied innovation processes and sustainability-oriented entrepreneurship. Current initiatives explore sustainable digital environments and poly-crisis resilience through transdisciplinary labs.