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Occupational safety election 2023 – New representatives elected

Their four-year term starts in January 2024
For Aalto community
University
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Three people walking on Otaniemi campus on a snowy day. Aalto buildings in the background. Photo: Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen.

Myungji “MJ" Suh: The Aalto stand at Slush is all about how we can make the world better

'You are entrepreneurial when you see a problem as an opportunity, instead of avoiding it as a threat. A can-do attitude is also an entrepreneurial skill.'
University
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MJ on stage giving a talk

2023 State Prize for Architecture awarded to Nomaji Landscape Architects

Aalto University researcher and long-time lecturer Mari Ariluoma is a partner in Nomaji, and researcher Caroline Moinel a Nomaji designer.
Awards and Recognition
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Nomaji landscap architects Kaapelipuisto park view. Photo Tommy Kankkonen

Visitor access and use rights policy to be developed over the winter

The changes apply to new and renewable Visitor Agreements
For Aalto community
Campus, University
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Aalto University_question mark in the snow

Amazon Web Services (AWS) event for researchers on 22 November 2023 – register today

Last day to register to the event today.
For Aalto community
University
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Picture of a mixing table with lights

A new visual teamwork tool based on metaphors

A typical problem in teamwork is an imbalance in participation – a few team members are active but not everyone's voice is heard. The Visentools project uses visual tools and haptic feedback to make workshops and team meetings more participatory and meaningful. The project is funded by Business Finland and has been piloted since May.
Press releases
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The Visentools objects enable people to tell stories with visual metaphors. From left: Thomas Tuominen, Janina Saarnio, Robin Gustafsson, Mikko Illi and Shena Saj. Photo: Susanna Oksanen.

Survey about harassment and free speech for researchers and experts

Committee for Public Information (TJNK) examines the realisation of freedom of speech for researchers and experts, and the threats they face – the survey is open until 15 December
For Aalto community
University
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In the green background, a bubble with text For the freedom of speech of researchers

The self-driving R-Bus, circling random routes, served as a mobile art installation

In August 2023, a smart bus project in Kalasatama challenged the traditional art installation format. An audio piece heard inside also created vibrant natural soundscapes in the midst of the city's infrastructure.
Research & Art
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Laura Beloff astumassa ulos R-Busin kyydistä

The Building 2030 wants to make Finland's construction industry the most reliable in the world

The Aalto Pioneering Excellence Award 2023 was awarded to the Building 2030 consortium, led by Olli Seppänen and Antti Peltokorven, which includes 21 companies.
Awards and Recognition
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Building 2030 - Aalto Pioneering Excellence Award 2023

Bicycle recycling is here again!

Bicycle recycling in Otaniemi is here again! The goal is to tidy up the bicycle parking areas in the area.
Campus, University
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Mikko Raskinen

The pricing service of Posti will end by the end of 2023

The pricing service of Posti will end by the end of 2023.
For Aalto community
Campus, University
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Postille tehdyn opiskelijaprojektin kuvituskuva

Visiting professorship in creativity research to be established with a donation from Amer Cultural Foundation

The professorship will focus on the study of individual creativity.
Cooperation
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A colourful object from the Designs for a Cooler Planet exhibition.

Technology Industries of Finland Centennial Foundation donates EUR 3.2 million ɫɫÀ² to create the House of AI

Donation will be used to establish a multidisciplinary AI research cluster at Aalto University.
Press releases, University
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3 students walking and 2 sitting on couches at Dipoli

10 Questions to Alumnus André Helgestad - CS Design

CS Design alumnus André Helgestad shares his experiences before, during and after studies in Creative Sustainability.
Cooperation, Studies
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Profile Image of Creative Sustainability Alumnus André Helgestad

Aalto Amazon Web Services (AWS) environment now available for research and teaching

Read more on how to start using the service.
For Aalto community
University
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Picture of a mixing table with lights

ANTI-Festival presented three public space projects by Aalto art education students

In September 2023, the ANTI-Festival in Kuopio hosted three events organised by students from the Department of Art and Media, offering an interesting journey into participatory public art.
Research & Art
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Festivaalikävijä tutkii ANTI-festivaalin näyttelyä.

Aalto Materials Digitalization Platform AMAD – webinar and workshop on 9 November 2023

Learn how to improve research data management workflow and processes with AMAD.
For Aalto community
University
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light spirals

Tools for Creative Practices – a new page to help you find tools, facilities and information

A compilation page to help you express your creativity
For Aalto community
University
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The Aalto logo on the steps going up to Undergraduate Center building

Kollegi collective illuminated Dutch Design Week with biodiversity lamps

The lamp installation Evolumination invited viewers to reflect on the environment and the diversity of life.
Research & Art
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Evolumination -teos DDW:ssä. Kuva: Sami Markkula

UniPID and TENK Release Ethical Guidelines for Global South Academic Partnerships

As academic partnerships with the Global South continue to gain popularity, issues related to resource distribution, power dynamics, and whose voices are heard and valued often arise.
Press releases, University
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UniPID and TENK Release Ethical Guidelines for Global South Academic Partnerships