The work of the OST focuses on the following core services: Expansion and maintenance of the OST Scientist Network - an interdisciplinary network of Austrian researchers, R&D managers, and S&T policy experts in North America Consultation and information on Austrian and North American policy in science, research, and technology Support and advice on initiation of new R&D cooperation between Austrian and North American institutions Information via bridges, our free online magazine, on current topics of research and technology policy in Austria, Europe, and North America