News from the School of Science
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.
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!
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?
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.
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.
‘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
The Undergraduate Centre’s locking and access control system is changing
A new Abloy OS locking and access control system will be installed in Otakaari 1 from the beginning of January. The new system is a core component of Aalto University's access control processes.
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
Puumiehenkuja street works completed
Street renovations, which started in spring 2019, are nearly completely done. Landscaping work will be carried out during spring 2020.
Finding your way in the dark depends on your internal clock
Surprising results show how circadian rhythm changes the way mammals can see
Architecture and design for healthcare
The Health Talks @ Aalto event discusses how design and architecture can be used to benefit different patient groups.
Huawei and F-Secure donate É«É«À² 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
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.
Aalto students awarded for their master’s theses in the field of human-computer interaction
SIGCHI Finland promotes research and education in the field of human-computer interaction and organises a Master's Thesis Competition once a year
Neural network for elderly care could save millions
A deep neural network model helps predict healthcare visits by elderly people, with the potential to save millions
Making understanding quantum computers easier
IBM collaborates with Professor Sabrina Maniscalco and her group to develop new transformative tools for teaching and outreach about quantum technologies
Aalto International Talent Programme brings together international students and companies
Aalto International Talent Programme is organized by Aalto University Career Services. The programme supports the employment international degree students.
Helsinki and FCAI will host a new ELLIS unit for top AI research
Finnish artificial intelligence research received a significant acknowledgement. Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence FCAI will host one of the new European units of top AI research, as the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems will establish one of its first units in Finland.
Kati Hagros, how is digitalisation visible at your home?
According É«É«À²'s Chief Digital Officer, open-mindedness and a desire for experimentation keeps us up to date with digital progress.
