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Unravelling the mysteries of space
Located in Kirkkonummi, southern Finland, Mets盲hovi Radio Observatory collects information on the Sun, quasars, and black holes, while training space scientists of the future.
Summer School Alum Story: 鈥楾he virtual world will be as important as the real world鈥 鈥 Students created new sense experiences during the Intro to VR summer course
The Introduction to Virtual Reality (Intro to VR) summer course by Aalto University Summer School brought together students from various nationalities and backgrounds on Aalto University campus this July.
Call for doctoral student tutors, November 2024
Sign-up to be a tutor for new doctoral students as part of the Aalto Doctoral Orientation Days!
Researchers develop first carbon-negative binder material - Significant impact on emissions from infra building
Researchers have developed a binder material that can replace carbon-intensive cement
Building with wood is a climate-friendly option
Wood is a strong and versatile building material that improves indoor air quality, reduces the need for heating and air conditioning 鈥 and provides pleasure.
Recycling campaign starts on Otaniemi campus
We will launch a waste recycling campaign on the Otaniemi campus in early October. The aim is to increase the recycling rate and reduce the amount of mixed waste.
Printing renewal: delivery of new equipment starts; existing Canon multi-function devices will remain in use for the time being
You can continue to use the Canon multi-function devices as usual
Keys to your wellbeing series is in Aaltogether
The Aaltogether Keys to your wellbeing series: science-based articles, podcasts, videos, trainings and exercises for the community.
Aalto University graduates feel well prepared for working life
Aalto University graduates feel that their degree is valued in the labour market.
Professor Maarit Karppinen appointed as a member of the European Research Council
Maarit Karppinen, professor of inorganic materials chemistry at Aalto University, will begin her term as member of the ERC Scientific Council on January 1, 2025.
Are you interested in exchange studies? Join the info session at AaltoCHEM
Four exchange study info sessions offered for AaltoCHEM students in autumn 2024! In the info you will receive the necessary information for the exchange application.
Aalto University joins UNITECH International network
For students, the application period for the UNITECH programme will open on 15 October.
New secondary side navigation on aalto.fi
A new, more structured, secondary side navigation will be released on aalto.fi on Wednesday, 2 October 2024.
Shaking up Tech welcomes high school students to campuses in January
The keynote speaker this time is neuroscientist Minna Huotilainen. The purpose of the event is to introduce the field of technology to underrepresented groups.
Kudos asks why we fear fungi but not microplastics
The Kudos Pavilion, a so-called 鈥渓ibrary of material relations鈥, blurs the boundaries between buildings and living organisms
How to live a good life? Art of Living MOOC by Frank Martela
This massive open online course on how to live a good life is lectured by Ph.D., assistant professor Frank Martela. The course is produced by the Oasis of Radical Wellbeing project and it is part of Aalto鈥檚 lifewide learning portfolio. The course was launched on May 30th, 2023
Alum Liisa Antola: 鈥業 would urge people to not only follow their passion but to be more values-led in their career鈥
Liisa Antola has always pursued an international career, and international exposure during her studies in the School of Business helped her achieve it. Today, she works in a UK-based trade body with DEI matters and aims to build a more equitable working life for everyone in insurance and long-term savings sector.
Student Janni Kerkk盲nen: pink overalls and practical courses got me thrilled
Janni Kerkk盲nen, a student in the Master鈥檚 Programme in Mechanical Engineering, was surprised that she didn't have to work on mopeds or lawnmowers all her life to study mechanical engineering. For her, the best thing about her studies is versatility and working together in student organisations.
Changes to the level ratings of publication channels
60 journals will be downgraded from JUFO level 1 to JUFO level 0.
Helsinki Capital Region Research Collaboration: Research funding for Impact Assessment Research for the years 2024-2028
The City of Helsinki, the City of Espoo, the City of Vantaa and the University of Helsinki and Aalto University have agreed to implement a scientific cooperation for the development of the Helsinki Capital Region in 2024-2028. Funding is now available for the period 2025-2027.
