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Bo Zhao believes machine learning systems will become like dictionaries – everyday tools we all use to solve problems
Zhao joined the Department of Computer Science as Assistant Professor in early September
Computational study reveals the potential of mixed metal chalcohalides in future photovoltaic applications
Computational screening of photovoltaic materials reveals promising new candidates for future solar applications
Jussi Ryynänen: In the back row, I wondered what on earth I was doing here and whether I would survive
'I meet a lot of people, and I have a finite social battery that gets drained during the working day. When I want to clear my head of the day's thoughts, I go and lie down under the car to fix it. The best part is that I don't have to talk to the car.'
Quantum literacy for all
What do computers, cell phones and GPS navigation have in common? And what about digital cameras, solar panels and fibre optics? The answer is that the functioning of these devices is based on quantum phenomena.
Digital twin for optimizing the carbon balance in wastewater treatment
Researchers at Aalto are creating a digital model for automatic continuous predictive process simulations supporting wastewater treatment plant operation in a new project called DIGICARBA. The proposed digital tool will have a wastewater treatment process model connected to continuous data transmission from the Helsinki wastewater treatment plant.
HUS performs the first biopsy in human with an ultrasonic medical needle developed at Aalto
The Aalto researchers developed a novel needle instrument that concentrates ultrasound energy at the needle tip to improve sample collection.
A New International Center for Qualitative Management Research, Qual+, has been opened
One of the center's main objectives is advancing methodological connections across researchers
Accessible MRI could revolutionise the diagnosis of brain disorders
A research team at Aalto is developing an accessible magnetic resonance imaging machine
Albert Devasagayam Francis: We are bringing community gardening and beekeeping together
'My main aim is to have clean energy, which can happen far into the future. In beekeeping, I can see the impact at the end of each season.'
ELLIS Distinguished Lectures bring outstanding AI researchers to greater Helsinki
Students can earn credits by attending the seminar series.
Researcher Marko Kallio recognized by UK prize for his map of the Mekong River
Narrative adventure through the Mekong river
Early career theory prize awarded to Professor Jose Lado
Professor Jose Lado was awarded the Early Career Award 2023 by the Spanish Physics Society (RSEF) and the BBVA Foundation. The Early Career Theory Award is awarded to a physicist, either Spanish or currently working in Spain, with 35 years or less, for outstanding contributions to theoretical physics.
Enriqueta Noriega Benitez and Thuy-Linh Phi started as Data Agents at the School of Chemical Engineering
Two new data agents joined the Aalto Research Data Management Network in the spring of 2023.
Open Science Short News
Short summary of what is happening at Aalto and in the national Open Science Coordination.
Keynote speaker, Business Director Kaisa Hietala: We lack a definition of the value of nature
About 300 invitees and alumni took part in the lecture bearing the name of Chancellor Jaakko Honko
The Dean also rewards School of Business students for other merits besides excellent grades
NEW DEADLINE: 31 Oct. 2023. The aim of the new Dean’s Impact Award is to show our appreciation for promoting sustainable development or action in line with Aalto’s values
Mika A. Sillanpää: ‘Having a couple of little black holes in the lab would be tremendously helpful’
From sidestepping the Heisenberg uncertainty principle to demonstrating quantum gravity, Aalto Professor has a habit of advancing boundaries in quantum physics
Pärttyli Rinne: My work is both internally rewarding and economically fragile
'Academics without a permanent post experience uncertainty and stress, mainly related to financial fragility. It is not just my experience.'
Transparent wood-based coating doesn’t fog up
Coatings made from a wood by-product can keep our glasses and windshields clear
