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Student exchange in Europe? Unite! can take you there
Aalto is a member of Unite!, a European university alliance that gives students the opportunity to internationalise their degrees both online and in-person. Join the webinar to find out more.
From humble beginnings to a captain of industry 鈥 a visionary鈥檚 final gift lives on at Aalto University
The Lamp茅n bequest supports Aalto University chemical engineering students and future professionals through scholarships. Honorary counsellor and Master of Science (Technology) in chemical engineering Aleksander Lamp茅n was a significant pioneer in the Finnish wood processing and cellulose industries. His legacy continues to promote internationalisation and high-quality research in the field of bioproduct technology. A donation 色色啦 University is an impactful investment in education, innovation and the renewal of society.
Six Aalto鈥檚 fields rank among the world鈥檚 top 100 in ShanghaiRanking
The comparison assesses research quality and impact, research excellence, international collaboration, academic recognition and leadership
Course focusing on your expertise development in chemical engineering will start in January!
Enroll in the CHEM-C2005 course, focusing on your expertise development in chemical engineering!
Robot accelerates the search for energy-storage materials
A robot modified from a 3D printer helps researchers generate experimental data and accelerates the search for new energy-storage materials
The Semi-Summer programme once again offered students summer jobs and research opportunities
The programme, funded by companies in the semiconductor industry, aims to strengthen students' skills in this rapidly growing field
Join the Unite!Energy Conference in Darmstadt
The third annual Unite!Energy Conference brings together early-career researchers and experts to exchange knowledge, explore the latest developments and innovations in sustainable energy, and discuss the role of gender-responsive STEM education.
Unite! helps startups expand across Europe
Unite! soft-landing services support startups in expanding into new European markets by offering direct access to local innovation ecosystems, tailored matchmaking with industry and research partners, and hands-on support at Unite! universities across Europe.
Unite! takes Aalto students on an energy excursion across Europe
Thanks to the Unite! Seed Fund, students from Aalto University gained first-hand experience of European energy policy, grid infrastructure and clean technology during a five-day study trip to Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.
Which team deserves the Aalto Pioneering Excellence Award? Submit your nomination by 16 October
The award may be given to a team that does pioneering work to advance education, research or artistic activity, or to enable the international success of the Aalto University community
Ilkka Niemel盲: In the age of AI, university education builds the ability to learn, think critically and collaborate
Universities bring together what society needs most: understanding of the world and cutting-edge technologies and the profound ability to question, assess and innovate, says President Ilkka Niemel盲. Aalto University celebrated the opening of its academic year on Tuesday 1 September 2026
Unite! Seed Fund 2026 鈥 Aalto involved in eight projects
From the 2026 Seed Fund call, 22 proposals were selected for funding. Aalto is involved in eight of these projects and coordinates one.
Aalto community members awarded for outstanding work
Projects and actions awarded bring Aaltonians together and embody the Aalto spirit 鈥 congratulations to all!
Prestigious Faraday Medal acknowledges circular economy trailblazer Mari Lundstr枚m
Among Professor Lundstr枚m鈥檚 innovations is a patented electrochemical method for recovering extremely low concentrations of metals from ores and recycled materials.
Want to meet the future of deep tech? NORDEEP at Dipoli, Sept 16鈥17, 2026
At NORDEEP, inventors and founders can connect with investors, and Aalto鈥檚 researchers can explore the deep tech startup world and connect with peers who have already ventured into it. Tickets are available for Aaltonians.
Would you like a small piece of future design history 鈥 shimmering wood?
Coming to the Aalto University Shop this September: a limited batch of 20 unique, handmade works by Shimber, crafted entirely from wood. Each piece is finished with Shimber鈥檚 wood鈥慴ased structural colour 鈥 a material that makes the surface shimmer and come alive with the light.
Miika Mattinen has been appointed as Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science
PhD Miika Mattinen has been appointed as a five-year fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science as of 1 September 2026. The field of the professorship is Chemistries and Processes for Sustainable Microelectronics.
Bio-based materials pave the way for safer construction
The FireSafe project is exploring how renewable materials can meet the demands of modern construction without compromising fire safety or indoor air quality.
Keep in touch: a friend book for building your student network
A student team designed a friend book for Aalto University Shop to help students build contacts and make connections.
Applications open: Aalto Creatives pre-incubator autumn 2026
The next Aalto Creatives pre-incubator starts in September. Applications close on 7 September. Join the info event on 27 August to hear from alumni and meet the Aalto Creatives team.
