/en/listing/50641/feed News listing en /en/news/chemical-engineering-student-mauri-hartikainen-with-metallurgy-you-can-truly-make-an-impact-in Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:18:08 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 1341390 at /en Mauri Hartikainen chose sustainable metallurgy as his Master’s major because he wants to be involved in developing clean technology solutions. What fascinates him most about metals is their almost limitless recyclability. Studies Henkilö seisoo polulla syksyisten puiden ympäröimänä, joissa on keltaisia lehtiä. Hänellä on tumma takki ja harmaa paita. /en/news/scientific-computing-skills-a-new-umbrella-course-for-all-researchers Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:02:17 +0000 Enrico Glerean 1333651 at /en Today, computing skills are essential not only in academic research but also across industries. Take part in hands-on trainings provided by Aalto Scientific Computing and by partner organisations such as CodeRefinery and CSC IT Center for Science. Research & Art Studies Aalto Scientific Computing /en/news/professor-iiro-harjunkoski-has-been-appointed-as-deputy-head-of-the-department-of-chemical Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:52:22 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 1332152 at /en Professor Iiro Harjunkoski has been appointed as Deputy Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Metallurgy for the period 1 September 2025 to 31 December 2026. Appointments Mies tummassa puvussa, sininen paita ja raidallinen kravatti, seisoo modernissa sisätilassa suurilla ikkunoilla. /en/news/five-things-everyone-should-know-about-the-materials-powering-the-green-transition Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:55:15 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 1318315 at /en The green transition depends on more than just clean energy — it requires a massive, complex supply of critical raw materials, especially metals and minerals. From mining and refining to recycling and innovation, here are five key things everyone should know about the materials powering a sustainable future. Press releases Research & Art A disassembled battery with its components laid out side by side: metal casing, inner sheets, crushed mass, powders, and coloured granulates. /en/news/battery-demand-is-growing-exponentially-batcircle30-provides-a-leap-in-battery-material-and Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:37:03 +0000 Virpi Raski 1245946 at /en The three-year BATCircle3.0 project, led by Aalto University, offers a strategic focus on new openings for battery materials refining and battery recycling. Research & Art Copper /en/news/alfred-kordelin-prize-for-research-on-the-green-transition Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:02:37 +0000 Virpi Raski 1241181 at /en The Alfred Kordelin Foundation has awarded the Alfred Kordelin Prize ɫɫ�� University Professor of Hydrometallurgy Mari ���ܲԻ���ٰ�ö��, dance artist and choreographer Tero Saarinen and the Sekasin Collective, a youth mental health organisation. Awards and Recognition Mari ���ܲԻ���ٰ�ö�� /en/news/success-of-batcircle20-bolsters-finnish-leadership-in-li-ion-battery-supply-chain Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:28:29 +0000 Tiina Forsberg 1198791 at /en The Aalto-led collaboration between researchers and industry resulted in impressive research outputs Press releases Close-up of a green battery with the text Battery must be Recycled or Disposed of properly /en/news/iiro-harjunkoski-has-been-appointed-as-full-professor-at-the-department-of-chemical-and Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:17:04 +0000 Virpi Raski 1180296 at /en Iiro Harjunkoski has been appointed as Full Professor position at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering as of 1 September 2024. The field of the professorship is Process Systems Engineering. Appointments Iiro Harjunkoski /en/news/a-peek-into-research-on-electrospinning-of-functional-polysaccharide-derivatives Fri, 03 May 2024 11:00:13 +0000 Virpi Raski 1062656 at /en We had the honour of hosting a guest speaker, researcher Issei Otsuka, from the University of Grenoble Alpes at our ‘Coffee and Science’ event. Dr. Otsuka is visiting Finland on Researcher Short Mobility program which is aimed for the establishment of scientific partnerships between France and Finland. Cooperation Niskanen and Otsuka /en/news/rofice-dickson-has-been-appointed-assistant-professor-at-the-department-of-chemical-and Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:15:53 +0000 Virpi Raski 1007686 at /en Ph. D. Rofice Dickson has been appointed five-year fixed term Assistant Professor position at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering as of 1 September 2024. The field of the professorship is Circular and Sustainable Chemical Engineering. Appointments Rofice dickson /en/news/retiring-professor-ari-jokilaakso-metallurgy-is-a-hot-topic Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:15:48 +0000 Anniina Reponen 986621 at /en Retiring Professor Ari Jokilaakso has had a distinguished career in metallurgy in Otaniemi and in industry. Research & Art Professori Ari Jokilaakso /en/news/new-heads-of-department-at-the-department-of-chemical-and-metallurgical-engineering Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:33:58 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 981906 at /en Professor Rodrigo Serna has been appointed as Head of the Department and Professor Daniel Lindberg as Vice Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Metallurgy, starting in 2024. Appointments Professors Daniel Lindberg and Rodrigo Serna. /en/news/chem-awards-2023-have-been-chosen Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:51:33 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 980411 at /en The School of Chemical Engineering rewards outstanding individuals and teams during the year. This year, we placed special emphasis on supporting our school's core functions. Awards and Recognition Two green Aalto flags waving on campus in winter. /en/news/get-to-know-us-ville-alopaeus Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:12:45 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 976336 at /en Ville Alopaeus has worked as a professor at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering since 2008. Researching separation processes and process modelling, Alopaeus aims to contribute to the transition towards a renewable energy and materials environment. Research & Art Professori Ville Alopaeus. /en/news/five-things-decision-makers-should-know-about-the-electrification-of-society Fri, 12 May 2023 09:08:08 +0000 Virpi Raski 908796 at /en Electrification plays a key role in solving the climate crisis. Aalto University researchers describe what kind of challenges this entails and how they can be tackled. Research & Art Metals /en/news/two-new-professor-appointments-at-the-school-of-chemical-engineering Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:30:37 +0000 Virpi Raski 884896 at /en Tiina Nypelö DSc (Tech) has been appointed Associate Professor and Luana Dessbesell (PhD) has been appointed Assistant Professor at the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems. Appointments Nypelö and Dessbesell /en/news/from-processing-metals-to-recycling-batteries-aalto-university-and-boliden-work-together-to Tue, 06 Dec 2022 14:16:24 +0000 Annika Linna 878896 at /en Competence in metallurgy is needed as the energy transition increases the demand for metals, and the reuse of materials requires new competence. Cooperation Kemian tekniikan tutkija / Chemical engineering researcher /en/news/nobody-can-make-it-alone-in-the-circular-economy-how-can-indicators-solve-the-challenges-of-the Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:13:49 +0000 Virpi Raski 836976 at /en The efficient use and exchange of information are considered fundamental aspects for the prosperity of ecosystems, being them natural or industrial. Consequently, data sharing becomes a requisite for successful circular economy models since, by definition, they require the collaborative interaction of various actors throughout the value chain of materials and products. However, there are significant data gaps that currently prevent the implementation of circular economy in practice. Research & Art Battery /en/news/mari-lundstrom-appointed-vice-dean-for-research-and-innovation-at-the-school-of-chemical Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:55:11 +0000 Virpi Raski 734941 at /en Associate professor (tenured) Mari ���ܲԻ���ٰ�ö�� has been appointed as the Vice Dean for Research and Innovation at the School of Chemical Engineering as of 1 September, 2022. Appointments ���ܲԻ���ٰ�ö�� /en/news/african-european-scientific-partnership-to-tackle-future-critical-materials-shortages Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:18:47 +0000 Virpi Raski 582711 at /en A collaborative African European project RESTART dedicated to the implementation of a full value chain for recycling end-of-life lithium-ion batteries and photovoltaic solar panels has begun. Cooperation Research & Art Melted metals