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QS Ranking: Aalto University rose to 127th in the world

Aalto is #1 in Finland with regard to relative number of research citations, international students and international faculty
University
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Students of Aalto University / Photo by Unto Rautio

Board discussed future outlook in light of Covid-19 situation and gave guidance on strategy implementation

The online meeting was held on 3-4 June.
For Aalto community
University
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Kokoushuoneen tuoli ja pöydät

Make our logo this summer in #myaalto campaign

Have fun and get creative by making the A", A?, A! logo with materials of your choice, and share a picture of it on Instagram! T-shirt for best versions.
For Aalto community
University
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Capital letter A with an exclamation mark in light blue drawn on a lake with a canoe with the help of an GPS device. Copyright Sami Toppinen

Sustainability themes are emphasised in the closer cooperation between Aalto University and the City of Helsinki

The focus of the cooperation agreement includes urban research, innovation and design.
Cooperation, University
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Henkilö pitää kädessään esitettä.

Aalto students helped Nokia evaluate its virtual expert network and artificial intelligence projects

In the Designing Adaptive and Creative Organizations course, the students also worked together with Wärtsilä, Osuuspankki, Tieto and Fortum.
Cooperation, Studies
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Photo: Unto Rautio

In the device lifecycle management, emphasis is placed on cyber security and sustainability

The goal of the new process is to focus on improving equipment lifecycle management.
For Aalto community
University
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People working on different devices.

Finns’ use of data is growing rapidly and increasing electricity consumption in the entire ICT sector

The use of mobile data is growing fast in Finland, compared to other countries, reveals a recent report
Research & Art
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Hands holding a smartphone that displays a map application

‘You can change the world in this field!’ – Two technology alumni talk about their careers

Maaret Pyhäjärvi and Niina Kajovuori, who work with testing automation at Vaisala, encourage students to choose courses covering different fields
Studies
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Maaret Pyhäjärvi and Niina Kajovuori/ Vaisala/ Aalto University alumni/ image: Vaisala

Near futures online exhibition provides a view into future solutions

The socially impactful projects of the master's students who graduated in the academic year 2019–2020 are now on display in an online exhibition.
Research & Art, Studies
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In Tension 4 Photo by_ Eeva Suorlahti

The impact of the Coronavirus on access control changes

The changing of locks at Aalto University will proceed normally during the summer despite the corona pandemic.
For Aalto community
Campus, University
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Aalto campus_photo: Mikko Raskinen

Major breakthrough in extremely water-repellent materials makes them durable enough for the real world

A new armour-plated superhydrophobic material has been developed for potential uses in medical equipment, solar panels and more
Press releases
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Super hydrophobic surfaces by Juha Juvonen

Should corporate boards be involved in the strategy of companies?

When company boards get involved in the management’s strategy, accountability can be compromised
Research & Art
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A board room

Three brain research projects receive Academy of Finland funding

The three projects examine the long-term effects of premature birth, emotional states within groups, and children's brain activity during language processing. The total sum granted to these Aalto projects is about EUR one million.
Research & Art
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Brain

This is what a more sustainable world looks like: Wood-based glitter, electric-powered boats and printed solar cells

The Aalto University Designs for a Cooler Planet event will showcase inspiring future scenarios during this coming September. The exhibition aims to show that collaboration between designers, researchers and stakeholders will lead to better solutions for people and the environment.
Campus, Research & Art
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Designs for a Cooler Planet 2020: Race for the Future

A critical cascade

New Nature Physics paper shows how quantum particles approach an elusive critical regime in a quasiperiodic structure.
Research & Art
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Schematic of a wave passing through a quasiperiodic structure

Seeking scientific videos and images for use in an artist project

Visiting researcher at Aalto CHEM Matthew C. Wilson is developing an experimental film and seeking researchers whose work involves or could involve capturing video, producing moving images of any type, or sequencing still images.
For Aalto community
Research & Art
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Brain tractography. The data were measured at AMI Centre, Aalto NeuroImaging, Aalto University School of Science with the assistance of Toni Auranen. Tractography results processed by Timo Roine.

Campus art competition open to the whole Aalto community seeks works for outdoor areas

The main themes are sustainability, radical creativity and entrepreneurship.
Campus, University
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Kampustaidekilpailun tunnus

Funding from the Academy of Finland for research projects in biosciences, health and society

The funding granted ɫɫÀ²'s six Academy Projects and one clinical researcher post totals 2.3 million euros.
Research & Art, University
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Kaksi HUSIn korkeaa rakennusta kuvattuna alhaalta

Two sponsored lecture halls for Saab at Maarintie 8

Companies can support the university's activities and develop their employer brand among students by sponsoring lecture halls. In exchange for an annual fee, the company may name a lecture hall and influence its interior design.
For Aalto community
Campus, Cooperation, University
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Micael Johansson and Petter Beroire at TU1 Saab Auditorium

Four corona-related projects received special funding from the Academy of Finland

The projects study the coronavirus, the pandemic and its effects on society. The total amount granted to the four Aalto projects is 730 000 euros.
Research & Art
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Henkilön käsi asettelemassa laboratoriovälinettä.