Media releases
Aalto Stoa Archived
Aalto Stoa, the student-driven platform for Otaniemi campus design, has now been completed and archived for future reference.
Elites wield huge influence over deepening polarisation –– now we can tell exactly how much
Researchers used network theory to develop a method for measuring the impact of individuals on societal division.
New InnoWAT project reshapes learning in water and environmental engineering
Aalto Engineering Education Research Group and Sustainable Global Technologies Programme has launched the InnoWAT project to advance teaching and research in water and environmental engineering.
AI at the speed of light just became a possibility
Researchers have demonstrated single-shot tensor computing at the speed of light.
Research shows that creativity is not only measurable but also a major competitive advantage – the focus now turns to leadership
Creativity enables people to view problems from new perspectives and to discover solutions that might otherwise remain unseen.
New research: Reliable electricity can no longer be taken for granted – the green transition may require fossil fuel as backup
Although Finland's electricity system has been exceptionally reliable, this may not necessarily be the case in the future. A recent study by Aalto University warns that without further investment in flexible production and demand management, the security of the electricity supply could deteriorate significantly as early as the 2030s.
New macular degeneration treatment the first to halt disease’s progression
Aalto University researchers have uncovered a promising way to treat the dry form of the age- related macular degeneration (AMD) in the early diagnosis phase that could potentially stop its progression. The novel treatment approach aims to strengthen the protective mechanisms of affected cells using heat, explains Professor Ari Koskelainen.
AI use makes us overestimate our cognitive performance
New research warns we shouldn’t blindly trust Large Language Models with logical reasoning –– stopping at one prompt limits ChatGPT’s usefulness more than users realise.
Researcher cracks new ‘kissing number’ bounds — besting AI in the process
researcher found three new bounds for the famous mathematical ‘kissing number’ dilemma
Time crystals could power future quantum computers
A time crystal, a long-life quantum system approaching perpetual motion, has been hooked up to its environment for the first time, unlocking an intriguing way to increase quantum computational and sensing power.
Carbon-based radicals at the frontier of solar cell technology
Could a single unpaired electron change the future of solar energy?
The real reasons Endurance sank – study finds Shackleton knew of ship’s shortcomings
A world-first study reveals the famed polar explorer was aware of worrying structural shortcomings in the ill-fated ship – Endurance was not designed for compressive ice conditions – yet it set sail anyway.
Rapid growth of solar power in Finland could crash summer electricity prices – new study warns of economic risks
Finland must rethink its power market to safeguard clean energy investments.
Invisible triumph: how a Finnish invention powers modern microelectronics
Atomic layer deposition (ALD), developed in Finland, is a semiconductor manufacturing method at the heart of modern technology, enabling ever-smaller computers, smartphones, and everyday devices.
Researchers Unlock a Stronger, Greener Way to Bond Wood: Finnish pulp fiber could be used to bond wood for the construction industry
Researchers at Aalto University have developed a groundbreaking wood bonding method using primarily pulp fibers from Finnish forestry. The resulting bonding interface is twice as strong as natural wood while highly resistant to water. This breakthrough could transform sustainable construction by reducing reliance on petroleum-based adhesives.
Designs for a Cooler Planet awarded with a prestigious Helsinki Design Award
Designs for a Cooler Planet, Aalto University’s biggest annual exhibition showcasing the latest experiments, innovations, and prototypes by students and researchers, has received the prestigious Helsinki Design Award. The nearly two-month-long exhibition is now open on Aalto University’s campus, Espoo.
New machine learning method offers better predictions of future disease risk
Predictions for developing common diseases were more accurate than before.
Visualising Our Future – a book edited by Antti Ahlava
Edited by Antti Ahlava, the book guides Finnish architects in sustainable design, green transition, and innovative digital methods.
ELLIS Institute Finland welcomes 9 new professors as principal investigators and PS Fellows
Institute's first recruitment brings nine leading researchers to Finland
TexirC project meeting held at Valmet’s Fiber Technology Center
The results meeting of the TexirC project took place at Valmet’s Fiber Technology Center.
