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Researchers seeking environmentally friendly solutions for sea transport and work machinery
Research funding from Business Finland supports development of new power device solutions from the research phase to practical application.
![Tilavuus, joka on esitetty kaksoispolttoainesuihkulla. Sininen väri edustaa matalan lämpötilan kemiaa (laji H2O2), kun taas punainen väri osoittaa korkean lämpötilan palamista (T> 1500 K) [1]. Kuva: Aalto-yliopisto / B. Tekgul, H. Kahila, S. Karimkashi, O. Kaario, Z. Ahmad, E. Lendormy, J. Hyvönen, and V. Vuorinen](/sites/default/files/styles/1_6_288w_180h_d/public/2021-06/render.jpg?itok=NVpzh1h_)
Climate change threatens one-third of global food production
New estimates show that if greenhouse gases continue growing at current rates, large regions at risk of being pushed into climate conditions in which no food is grown today.
Multi-story buildings made of wood sell for 9% more than other construction
Study shows for first time that wood construction is economically feasible
Low level of education the clearest common feature behind payment defaults
Payment defaults are also more frequent among families with children and the recently divorced and their accumulation is common especially among young people and those with credit card and instalment payment debt, according to a recent study.
Friendly bacteria at centre stage
Bacteria that eat nitrogen and organic matter are part of processes that can be developed for treating wastewater with less energy and emissions.
ENRIO 2021 congress takes place online on 27-29 September
The main themes of the congress are research integrity in open science and EU data protection laws. Registration opens on 3 May.
Advanced Manufacturing and Materials (AM2) Group presenting at ESAFORM 2021
The three papers are addressing the sustainable development of materials and manufacturing focusing on digital material design, automotive safety, and additive manufacturing.
Our unÂwillÂingÂness to sacÂriÂfice comÂfort: 3 taÂboos preÂventÂing sustainable transÂformÂaÂtion
Why is it so difficult for us to change our current practices for more sustainable ones? Are there any explicit taboos that hinder decision-making? Sustainability Science Days, Finland’s largest event in sustainability science, addresses sustainability challenges, including both taboos and innovative ways of promoting sustainability.
Passion, expertise and collaboration are the keys to a successful cruise ship design
New doctoral research highlights the importance of the creative phase for the end product, the keys to success and the challenges of the future.
3D city models can serve hundreds of purposes
3D City models can be used in map applications, urban planning, virtual events and as a starting point for various other applications. At Aalto University, research into the topic has focused on ways to use city models in the Capital Region and on applying new 3D mapping technologies to the modelling of cities.
Contribute to the New European Bauhaus initiative this Spring
We all have the possibility to contribute to the EU’s Green Deal pilots and agenda during Spring 2021. 
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Digital
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Digital
Call opening: 6.4.21 / Final-submission: 12.5.21
Call opening: 6.4.21 / Final-submission: 12.5.21
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Manufacturing
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Manufacturing
Call opening: 1.3.21 / Call deadline: 14.5.21
Call opening: 1.3.21 / Call deadline: 14.5.21
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Raw Materials
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Raw Materials
Call opening: 11.3.21 / Call deadline: 1.9.21
Call opening: 11.3.21 / Call deadline: 1.9.21
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Urban Mobility
Call for proposals 2022 / Innovation / EIT Raw Materials
Call opening: 18.3.21 / Call deadline: end of May 21
Call opening: 18.3.21 / Call deadline: end of May 21
Finnish universities join forces to train 5G experts
FITech universities are using a million euros in funding to launch expert training in 5G technology.
Associate Professor Matti Kummu understands the importance of water in all life
From being a young researcher in a development project in Cambodia to being an Associate Professor at Aalto, Matti Kummu has had an impact on not just on research, but also on his colleagues as a researcher, teacher and mentor in the field of water resources.
Aalto innovation piloted in new circular economy district of Helsingborg
In the unique method phosphorus is collected from waste water through coagulation while a membrane is used to separate nitrogen, resulting in end products that can be used as fertiliser.
Professor Kari Tammi’s group develops digital twins for industrial use
A digital twin refers to a virtual model of a machine, equipment or even a whole production plant.
Associate Professor Heikki Remes: Towards sustainable high-strength marine structures
"In my research field in marine technology, sustainability means light, strong, large structures with less material and resources", he says.
