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Competitive actions that require patience prove the most profitable
According to researchers, it is difficult to achieve top profits with competitive actions whose outcomes are easy to predict.
Chemistry happens in the Freshman labs
Course participants analysed, planned and 'danced the samba' - with workplace skills in mind.
Hanne Jurmu and Anton Vartiainen awarded the Chloé Prize of the Hyères Fashion Festival
Aalto’s fashion students received also jury’s special mention for their men’s collection.
Small Business Center's operations to be transferred to Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences
The personnel of the Center will continue working for Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences.
Individuals who were exposed to the Finnish Great Depression invest more cautiously
This effect can be seen in financial decision-making 15 years later, even if the depression did not have a direct impact on the individual's wealth.
Excessive measurement of marketing performance may lead to information overload
Companies must focus on indicators that are of key importance to their business activities, researchers recommend.
Good ventilation should be ensured when using tabletop 3D printers
A new study shows that printing releases nanoparticles whose spread into the indoor air should be restricted.
Clearing the way for real-world applications of superhydrophobic surfaces
In a perspective article in Science, researchers at Aalto call for standardised testing of superhydrophobic, i.e. water-repellent, materials.
New study shows how age and sex affect the social activity
The number of connections reaches a maximum at the age of 25 for both genders.
Aalto University and Finnish Marine Industries intensify research collaboration
The parties have signed a partnership agreement on marine technology.
ABB and Konecranes speed up the Industrial Internet Campus
The campus in Otaniemi will receive products and software from the companies for research and teaching purposes.
Aalto University ranked 28th in the world among young universities
Times Higher Education listed 150 rising stars.
Professor of Environmental Policy Rauno Sairinen awarded grant by Tapani Järvinen Environmental Technology Fund
Sairinen’s research has supported the development of environmental responsibility of mining in Finland.
Aalto University integrates all core activities at the main campus in Otaniemi
The School of Business will also be located in Otaniemi.
Researchers developed manufacturing method for microbatteries with organic electrode materials
Lithium terephthalate is a recently found anode material for a lithium-ion battery.
Even diginatives need IT education
A recent doctoral dissertation shows that an efficient learning process supports adaptive IT use.
New scrolling technique accelerates skim reading
Documents can be skimmed 60% faster than presently and with higher recall, shows research from Aalto University.
Concert hall acoustics influence the emotional impact of music
Aalto University researchers found that the emotional impact experienced by music listeners depends on the concert hall’s acoustics.
Excellent academic results for Aalto University in 2015
New Master’s Degree programmes were launched in autumn 2015. Aalto also further sharpened its research profile in key areas.
Versatility and creativity led to the finals in ‘This works’ competition
Moving and playable toys captivated with their ingenuity in the technology competition for primary pupils.