Vienna’s professional rescue service is uniquely integrating emergency medical care with ongoing scientific research. A team of paramedics is not only responding to critical incidents but also simultaneously collecting data during resuscitation efforts. DER STANDARD newspaper accompanied the team in their research vehicle to observe this innovative approach firsthand. The researchers aim to improve resuscitation techniques and understand the complexities of emergency medical situations. This dual function – immediate life-saving and data collection – provides a real-time research environment unavailable through traditional methods. The study focuses on understanding factors contributing to successful resuscitations and identifying areas for improvement in emergency protocols. This initiative represents a novel approach to advancing medical knowledge directly within the field of emergency response.