Latest news
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.

Remember to apply for internal seed funding latest 15 October
Aalto internal seed funding is targeted for the preparation of major interdisciplinary consortia proposals seeking funding from external funding agencies or industry. The internal funding call closes 15th of October 2023.

SCI Awards 2023 are approaching - time to get nominating!
The deadline for this year's nominations is 10th November

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.

Finnish and American researchers prepare grounds for transatlantic collaboration in smart mobility
Finnish and American researchers deepen transatlantic smart mobility collaboration via FARIA network, exploring key topics and opportunities.

Suspension of electricity distribution in Maarintalo on 5 Oct
You may not stay or work in the building between 17.00 and 20.00

Kide – the new name of the new building crystallises the bond between different disciplines
As a result of a naming competition, the Otakaari 2B building was given a new name

A deep dive into radical creativity
Aalto University has produced a film to highlight its creative culture.

One working hour a week for wellbeing
‘My Hour – Time for wellbeing’ is part of personnel’s working hours and can be used in a way that suits you best.

Ilari Niemi appointed as Head of Finance at Aalto EE
In his position, Niemi reports ɫɫÀ² EE's Managing Director Tom Lindholm and Aalto University's CFO Marianna Bom.

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.

Aalto strong in industry income and patents in Times Higher Education ranking
Aalto University ranked among the top 250 in the world

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.

Travel news – Lowest airfares partly missing
Airlines are renewing their distribution channels. During the transformation time there will be gaps in the availability of the lowest fares on online systems.

Space 21 monthly morning coffees in Autumn 2023
Start your day with the best coffee on campus in the living room of radical creativity. The entire Aalto community is invited – check the schedule for Autumn 2023 below.

Aalto Techsperts showcases research from tech schools on social media
Aalto Research is now Aalto Techsperts. Follow the joint account of the Aalto tech schools on Twitter (X).

Oasis at the Aalto Wellbeing Week
Oasis of Radical Wellbeing project participates in the Wellbeing Week on 2.-6.10.

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

At the frontiers of combining physics and biology: Workshop photo gallery and participant experiences
This three-day, international event included talks, poster presentations, and cross-disciplinary collaboration
