Innovation ecosystem news
Student exchange in Europe? Unite! can take you there
Aalto is a member of Unite!, a European university alliance that gives students the opportunity to internationalise their degrees both online and in-person. Join the webinar to find out more.
Take advantage of UniSport鈥檚 autumn campaign and explore the news
Autumn campaign and affordable membership for Aalto University students and staff!
Everyday choices: Ghassem Gozaliasl, how do galaxy groups reflect the need for human connection?
An astrophysicist with the Aalto High-Performance Computing Lab (HPCLab), Gozaliasl uses the James Webb Telescope to study how galaxies have formed over the last 12 billion years.
Join the Unite!Energy Conference in Darmstadt
The third annual Unite!Energy Conference brings together early-career researchers and experts to exchange knowledge, explore the latest developments and innovations in sustainable energy, and discuss the role of gender-responsive STEM education.
Unite! helps startups expand across Europe
Unite! soft-landing services support startups in expanding into new European markets by offering direct access to local innovation ecosystems, tailored matchmaking with industry and research partners, and hands-on support at Unite! universities across Europe.
Unite! takes Aalto students on an energy excursion across Europe
Thanks to the Unite! Seed Fund, students from Aalto University gained first-hand experience of European energy policy, grid infrastructure and clean technology during a five-day study trip to Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.
Which team deserves the Aalto Pioneering Excellence Award? Submit your nomination by 16 October
The award may be given to a team that does pioneering work to advance education, research or artistic activity, or to enable the international success of the Aalto University community
When there is no proof, the story is the evidence 鈥 a new Founder Storytelling course at Aalto University
A new course at Aalto University teaches aspiring founders how to build, adapt and deliver the story behind their venture 鈥 before the traction, revenue and track record exist.
Take your first steps as a founder 鈥 in just six weeks
A new Founder Principles course at Aalto University gives students the tools, mindset and hands-on experience to start building 鈥 with AI as a co-founder from day one.
The Dean of the School of Business will honor students for their outstanding contributions to promoting sustainable development
The Dean鈥檚 Impact Award is intended to show appreciation for promoting sustainable development and activities in line with Aalto鈥檚 values
Aalto Distinguished Professor Jukka Pekola鈥檚 message: Basic research is at the heart of progress
Department of Applied Physics Professor Jukka Pekola was appointed Aalto Distinguished Professor on September 1, 2026.
Pioneers, pollinators, and standing deadwood
Aalto University鈥檚 campus is home to thousands of species. Nature recovers and flourishes through gentle care and room to grow.
Unite! Seed Fund 2026 鈥 Aalto involved in eight projects
From the 2026 Seed Fund call, 22 proposals were selected for funding. Aalto is involved in eight of these projects and coordinates one.
鈥楪amified鈥 DDoS attacks wage psychological warfare against NATO states, finds study
鈥楬acktivism鈥 is evolving into a hybrid threat that blurs the lines between propaganda, geopolitical warfare and financially incentivised cyber-crime, says study of pro-Russian hackers NoName057(16).
We need growth 鈥 but what exactly are we growing?
Governments demand it, companies promise it, and universities are expected to deliver it. Growth is widely seen as the answer to debt, competitiveness, and the future of the welfare state itself. But what do we actually mean by growth 鈥 and what kind of growth are we aiming for?
From quantum labs to startups: Aalto Inventors turns researchers into founders
The Aalto Inventors programme cultivates thought leaders of tomorrow鈥檚 disruptive industries.
Take a break! -break exercises on Tuesdays at campus in Autumn 2026
UniSport welcomes all aaltonians to participate and enjoy relaxing breaks in the free sessions of Take a break! -break exercises.
UniSport services at Aalto University facilities in autumn 2026
UniSport services for students and staff
Would you like a small piece of future design history 鈥 shimmering wood?
Coming to the Aalto University Shop this September: a limited batch of 20 unique, handmade works by Shimber, crafted entirely from wood. Each piece is finished with Shimber鈥檚 wood鈥慴ased structural colour 鈥 a material that makes the surface shimmer and come alive with the light.
Panu Miettinen Explores the Journey from Research to Business
Introduced the R2B funding instrument.
