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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Daniel König serves as University Professor in the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Vienna, holding the Professorship in Sport and Nutrition. He is affiliated with the Department of Nutritional Sciences and the Centre for Sport Science and University Sports, specifically the Department of Sport and Human Movement Science. Since 2021, he has been appointed as Professor at the University of Vienna. His research group focuses on the role of protein nutrition in chronic diseases, body composition, and physical performance. The group also examines the effects of carbohydrates and the glycemic index on blood sugar regulation and fuel selection, as well as the influence of antioxidants on oxidative stress, inflammation, and recovery. Furthermore, it designs and evaluates eHealth concepts aimed at improving chronic diseases through combined diet and physical exercise interventions. König's work centers on the intersections of nutrition, physical activity, and health outcomes.