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Aalto nuclear fusion expert becomes ITER Scientist Fellow

Dr Antti Snicker becomes the first Finnish Scientist Fellow at ITER, modelling transport of fast particles in tokamak plasmas
Cooperation, Research & Art
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computer illustration of a cut away of the donut-shaped fusion reactor, showing that it much larger tha human

Matti Kaivola: Top research requires a communality that stretches across the generations

Top research is enabled by good infrastructure that can be utilised by as many researchers as possible. This helps towards obtaining international and competitive funding.
Appointments
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Esko Kauppinen on the left, Matti Kaivola on the right. Photo: Said Elhazzaz.

Ageing networks

Mia Liljeström studies how the brain networks that process language change with ageing
Research & Art
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Mia Liljeström

‘If you study data science, you won’t limit your choice of career in the future’

Before starting her Data Science studies at Aalto, Angeline Jayanegara obtained a diploma in fashion design. In the future, she would like to work as a Data Scientist in the fashion industry.
Studies
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Angeline Jayanegara istuu oranssilla nojatuolilla ja katsoo kameraan. Taustalla näkyy tuoleja ja ikkunaa.

Aalto researchers’ bold initiatives receive more than €2 million in funding

The areas covered by the four research projects include the development of thermal energy storage and mobile magnetic resonance imaging technology.
Research & Art
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Energian varastointi

Low cost solar panel research receives funding boost

€600,000 funding awarded to Dr Ghufran Hashmi for the development of low cost long-lasting solar energy materials
Press releases
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A solar panel printed in the shape of the aalto 10th birthday party logo

The university's new decade started joyously

Almost 1300 people celebrated the 10-year-old Aalto – take a look at the photos!
University
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Glada studerande i sina collegetröjor i Aalto-universitetets 10-årsevenemang 8.1.2020, bild Kalle Kataila

Call for projects - Exhibition ‘Prototypes of the future’ in May

Do you or your team have a project that reflects your goals for building a better future, in the spirit of the Millennium Technology Prize? Apply by Jan 27 to participate in the exhibition.
For Aalto community
University
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Kuvituselementti

Borrow a researcher for an hour – top digital experts offer free Skype conversations and coaching 10-14 February

Are you interested in artificial intelligence, platforms, circular economy or digital ethics? During the Call a Researcher week on 10-14 February, anyone has the opportunity to chat with researchers. Book your time now!
Press releases
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Kysy tutkijat -viikon tutkijat

Ambiguous problems require new types of leadership

In the future, automation will handle routine tasks, so even newcomers to the workforce will be required to work on complex problems. What should be considered when leading multidisciplinary teams that solve these kinds of challenging problems?
Research & Art
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Monitulkintaiset ongelmat vaativat uudenlaista johtamista

In ten years, Aalto University has created a world-class centre of expertise

Aalto University has brought together science, art, technology and business at the Otaniemi campus and is now one of the world's leading universities in these key areas. Aalto celebrates its 10th anniversary on Wednesday 8 January 2020.
Press releases
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Aalto-yliopiston kampus

Machine learning in chemistry - algorithms help finding minimum energy paths and saddle points more effectively

Machine learning brings new possibilities to many areas of research - also chemical research, which is shown in a recent dissertation written at the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence.
Research & Art
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Machine learning in theoretical chemistry

‘Aalto is a safe place for building your skills and confidence’

Linh Nguyen wanted to obtain a degree with good job prospects and that is why she decided to study Data Science at Aalto University
Studies
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Linh Nguyen sitting in a room full of Fatboy beanbags

Rewriting quantum mechanics in their spare time

A pair of civil servants solve a quantum mechanics problem that had bothered them since they were students
Research & Art
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The study took Jussi Lindgren, left, and Jukka Liukkonen, right, back to year 1941 when Stueckelberg’s wave equation was invented. The equation is the foundation for parameterized relativistic dynamics.

Puumiehenkuja street works completed

Street renovations, which started in spring 2019, are nearly completely done. Landscaping work will be carried out during spring 2020.
For Aalto community
Campus, University
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Otaniemi campus aerial image

Finding your way in the dark depends on your internal clock

Surprising results show how circadian rhythm changes the way mammals can see
Press releases
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A cartoon of a mouse seeing a light in a maze

Architecture and design for healthcare

The Health Talks @ Aalto event discusses how design and architecture can be used to benefit different patient groups.
Research & Art
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Health Talks @ Aalto

Huawei and F-Secure donate ɫɫÀ² information security students - attracts excellent students to Finland

These donations will contribute to HAIC's ability to offer generous scholarships to several students admitted to study information security at Aalto in 2020
Research & Art
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Opiskelijoita SSG Demo Dayssä

Toward a team that is able to achieve its potential

We believe in the promise of teamwork and collaboration. This post provides tips and introduces tools for teachers to utilise in supporting teamwork in project-based courses.
Cooperation, Research & Art, Studies
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Cornerstones for unlocking the potential of a team

SCI Awards 2019

The School of Science celebrates its people and their successes this year
Awards and Recognition
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Kuva: Matti Ahlgren.