/en/listing/52326/feed News listing en /en/news/student-exchange-in-europe-unite-can-take-you-there Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:32:17 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1394422 at /en 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. Cooperation Studies University Three young people take a selfie on a sunny city viewpoint, with rooftops and trees stretching behind them. /en/news/from-humble-beginnings-to-a-captain-of-industry-a-visionarys-final-gift-lives-on-at-aalto-university Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:07:52 +0000 Virpi Raski 1394736 at /en The Lampén bequest supports Aalto University chemical engineering students and future professionals through scholarships. Honorary counsellor and Master of Science (Technology) in chemical engineering Aleksander Lampén 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 ɫɫ�� University is an impactful investment in education, innovation and the renewal of society. Cooperation Research & Art Alex ja Lucie Lampen /en/news/six-aaltos-fields-rank-among-the-worlds-top-100-in-shanghairanking Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:06:11 +0000 Minna Hölttä 1394868 at /en The comparison assesses research quality and impact, research excellence, international collaboration, academic recognition and leadership Research & Art Nainen läpinäkyvässä kuplatuolissa kirkkaan Made in Aalto University -kyltin vieressä hämärässä tilassa /en/news/course-focusing-on-your-expertise-development-in-chemical-engineering-will-start-in-january Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:51:13 +0000 Sanni Saarimäki 1252061 at /en Enroll in the CHEM-C2005 course, focusing on your expertise development in chemical engineering! Studies /en/news/robot-accelerates-the-search-for-energy-storage-materials Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:46:14 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 1394420 at /en A robot modified from a 3D printer helps researchers generate experimental data and accelerates the search for new energy-storage materials Research & Art Lähikuva metallisesta pastakoneesta, jossa näkyy leikkuritelat ja mustat säätönupit valkoista taustaa vasten. /en/news/the-semi-summer-programme-once-again-offered-students-summer-jobs-and-research-opportunities Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:25:42 +0000 Ira Matilainen 1393773 at /en The programme, funded by companies in the semiconductor industry, aims to strengthen students' skills in this rapidly growing field Cooperation Studies Mixed group of adults posing on indoor stairs in bright atrium, with glass roof and tall green plant beside them /en/news/join-the-uniteenergy-conference-in-darmstadt Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:12 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1393775 at /en 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. University A glass ball with H2 symbol on green vegetation, surrounded by various eco and science icons. /en/news/unite-helps-startups-expand-across-europe Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:57:35 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1392285 at /en 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. Awards and Recognition Cooperation Four people talk at a tech event, two by a laptop, colourful UN goal posters glowing in the background /en/news/unite-takes-aalto-students-on-an-energy-excursion-across-europe-0 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:15:05 +0000 Oona Saanio 1393363 at /en 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. Cooperation Studies University Group of people posing by a purple bear statue at Siemens Energy, against a brick wall /en/news/which-team-deserves-the-aalto-pioneering-excellence-award-submit-your-nomination-by-16-october Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:08:35 +0000 Eeva Räisänen 1393005 at /en 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 Awards and Recognition University Kampuksen puisto, vihreitä ja oransseja syyspuita tiilirakennuksen edessä sinisen pilvisen taivaan alla /en/news/ilkka-niemela-in-the-age-of-ai-university-education-builds-the-ability-to-learn-think-critically-and Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:02:55 +0000 Eeva Räisänen 1392076 at /en 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 Niemelä. Aalto University celebrated the opening of its academic year on Tuesday 1 September 2026 University Henkilöitä tummissa puvuissa kävelemässä kampuksella raitiovaunukiskojen yli. Taustalla Väre-rakennus. /en/news/unite-seed-fund-2026-aalto-involved-in-eight-projects Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:16:04 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1392080 at /en From the 2026 Seed Fund call, 22 proposals were selected for funding. Aalto is involved in eight of these projects and coordinates one. Awards and Recognition Cooperation Two small green sprouts in soil beside the word “unite!” on a green background /en/news/aalto-community-members-awarded-for-outstanding-work Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:41:15 +0000 Anne Tapanainen 1392051 at /en Projects and actions awarded bring Aaltonians together and embody the Aalto spirit – congratulations to all! Awards and Recognition University Palkintoseremonia violetilla lavalla, ryhmä kukkien ja todistusten kanssa yleisön edessä /en/news/prestigious-faraday-medal-acknowledges-circular-economy-trailblazer-mari-lundstrom Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:36:58 +0000 Minna Hölttä 1390345 at /en Among Professor Lundström’s innovations is a patented electrochemical method for recovering extremely low concentrations of metals from ores and recycled materials. Awards and Recognition Musta-asuinen nainen nojaa valkoiseen kaiteeseen sisällä, taustalla syksyinen kaupunkimaisema ikkunoista /en/news/want-to-meet-the-future-of-deep-tech-nordeep-at-dipoli-sept-16-17-2026 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:23:31 +0000 Susanna Rosin 1390330 at /en At NORDEEP, inventors and founders can connect with investors, and Aalto’s researchers can explore the deep tech startup world and connect with peers who have already ventured into it. Tickets are available for Aaltonians. Cooperation People talk at a tech fair booth, one with a backpack, another in blue checked shirt, machines beside them /en/news/would-you-like-a-small-piece-of-future-design-history-shimmering-wood Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:55:25 +0000 Tiina Toivola 1390343 at /en 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’s wood‑based structural colour — a material that makes the surface shimmer and come alive with the light. Cooperation University Shimberin koristeellisia puupalikoita ja kartioita, joissa kukka- ja mosaiikkikuvioita /en/news/miika-mattinen-has-been-appointed-as-assistant-professor-at-the-department-of-chemistry-and Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:44:56 +0000 Virpi Raski 1388418 at /en 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. Appointments Miika Mattinen /en/news/bio-based-materials-pave-the-way-for-safer-construction Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:44:53 +0000 Juuso Mäntykivi 1387870 at /en The FireSafe project is exploring how renewable materials can meet the demands of modern construction without compromising fire safety or indoor air quality. Research & Art Blowtorch flame charring the side of stacked wooden boards in a metal test rig /en/news/keep-in-touch-a-friend-book-for-building-your-student-network Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:07:24 +0000 Tiina Toivola 1387668 at /en A student team designed a friend book for Aalto University Shop to help students build contacts and make connections. Studies Muotoilun opiskelijat Taija Piikkilä, Kasi Jutila ja Leena Hurtig juttelevat puistossa ystäväkirjat käsissään. /en/news/applications-open-aalto-creatives-pre-incubator-autumn-2026 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:23:00 +0000 Heidi Rintala 1381146 at /en 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. Campus Cooperation Press releases Colourful general image promoting Aalto Creatives pre-incubator programme