On January 9th TROIKA-master students from universities in Russia, Italy and Austria started their term at the JKU in Linz. In his welcome remarks during the opening session program director and IFI-Professor Robert Breitenecker welcomed the students at the JKU and wished them a good and successful time in Austria. The TROIKA students started the term with an introduction into Austrian history and a cultural programme. One highlight for the students every year is the workshop for baking a „Linzer Torte“. (Photo credit: IFI)