Aalto at Slush: 12 ways we change the world
We have been at Slush from day one! The event was created and transformed into one of the world's leading startup gatherings in the hands of our students at , one of the most vibrant entrepreneurial communities in Europe.
In addition to the world changing innovations, you can also learn about the history of Slush, guided by Aalto students.
Come say hi! Aalto’s stand is conveniently located close to the Founder Stage. Slush will take place on 30th November and 1st December 2023 at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre.
Thursday 30 Nov @ 10–14: Better health
hentoTouch: Bio-design to tackle alcoholism without drugs
hentoTouch is developing a tool to help people cope with alcoholism. By stimulating the skin, their discreet wearable device affects addiction circuits in the brain. This could reduce cravings,...
Otoscreen: Early help for hearing loss
The WHO estimates that 1/4 of the global population will have hearing loss by 2050 and that even 80% will go undiagnosed. Otoscreen’s solution enables doctors to diagnose multiple hearing loss...
Urisens: Better quality of life for elderly people
The Urisens diaper sensor improves the care and quality of life of elderly people and their caregivers. It helps to prevent medical complications and reduce healthcare costs. Urisens technology can...
Thursday 30 Nov @ 14–18: Smarter data
Agate: Revealing the invisible
The Agate hyperspectral sensor, which is smaller than a fingertip, has the power to reveal what is invisible to the naked eye or a regular camera. Traditional imaging assigns a main colour (red,...
MilliScan: World's most convenient security screening system
MilliScan is developing a simple imaging system for safe and effective people screening. The imaging system can detect hidden metallic and non-metallic objects without emitting harmful radiation....
mTMS: Magnetic brain stimulation helps patients with depression and pain
TMS is a non-invasive way to activate nerve cells by inducing electrical currents in the desired part of the brain. By commercialising the technology, the project aims to bring a new revolutionary...
Friday 1 Dec @ 10–14: Durable design
CirPa: Bio-based panels for noise control
Fully bio-based acoustic panels with tailored surface patterns maximize noise control and provide aesthetic value as a decorative element. CirPa operates on circular economy principles by exploiting...
PCMI: Energy-efficient insulation made from biomaterials
PCMI offers a solution to the poor energy efficiency of insulations and the use of environmentally harmful raw materials in them. The lightweight, shape-retaining PCMI insulation solution balances...
WUUD: Non-toxic and durable wood cladding
WUUD develops embossed, ready-to-install and durable wood panels for architecture and interior design. The beauty of the panels goes beyond the surface: a research-based impregnation process aims to...
Friday 1 Dec @ 14–18: Effective process
CuRen-M: Accelerating the energy transition with copper batteries
CuRen-M’s battery technology solution based on copper chemistry drives the global adoption of renewable energy sources and enables more resilient electrical grids and energy systems. CuRen-M’s...
NPHarvest: Nutrient catchers
NPHarvest recovers the essence of life. Billions of euros worth of good fertilizer nutrients are wasted worldwide every year. With the new technology, NPHarvest can recover both phosphorus and...
VISENTOOLS: Enabling epic business meetings
Visentools aims to level-up the quality of meetings with a groundbreaking business-to-business toolset designed to increase collaboration and improve communication. The toolset comprises an...
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How to see trees and plants in a whole new light
A hyperspectral snapshot captures all the light in a scene, not just colours or infrared light. The extra information is useful in many applications, from agriculture and conservation to forensics and food safety.
