Welcome to the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Science Outreach and Pandemic Preparedness, a pioneering initiative of the Ludwig Boltzmann Society, hosted at the Medical University of Vienna. Officially launching on July 1, 2025, our institute is dedicated to addressing one of the pressing challenges of our time: safeguarding public health through innovative research and public engagement. By combining cutting-edge scientific inquiry with effective outreach strategies, we aim to enhance societal resilience against future pandemics. Our mission is to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, advance the understanding of infectious disease dynamics, and empower communities with the knowledge needed to navigate health crises. Stay tuned as we prepare to embark on this important journey together.