School news
Learn more about dual-use products and technologies - welcome to the new course in spring 2025
Dual-use of products is more relevant now than ever before. A new course on dual-use products and technologies is open to anyone interested in the topic.
How does movement and breaks in teaching affect concentration and learning?
How are body movement and the brain connected to learning? How to include a restorative break or an energizing active moment in teaching? Pedagogical decisions can increase alertness and concentration, promote learning and reduce the health hazards of sitting. By answering a short survey, you help Aalto University to develop an active operating culture that supports learning.
Aalto University’s master’s programmes spark interest worldwide
Master’s programmes attract a diverse array of applicants from across the globe, representing 127 nationalities
14 projects selected for seed funding to boost collaboration between Aalto, KU Leuven, and University of Helsinki
The funded projects lay the groundwork for future joint research endeavors, reinforcing the strategic partnership’s goal to fostering impactful and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Dean’s Christmas letter 2024
As we approach the holiday season and the close of year 2024, I want to take a moment to reflect on our shared accomplishments and milestones.
Gust. Komppa Award 2024 ºÚÁÏÍø University
The Komppa Prize was awarded for the best chemistry dissertation to Dr. Tech. Sofia Julin from Aalto University together with PhD Christina Jäger from the University of Helsinki. Both dissertations represent a very high scientific standard, reflecting a very broad methodological expertise.
The Turnitin similarity and AI reports as part of the master's thesis submission starting from January 2025
Starting in January 2025, a Turnitin similarity report will be generated from the same file for all master's theses submitted for evaluation, approval, and archiving.
From France to Finland: Sujie Yu’s interdisciplinary study of sound insulation materials
A doctoral student from PSL University explores cellulose-based aerogels as sustainable and efficient materials for acoustic properties during her research visit at Aalto University.
New life for construction waste wood
In Finland, almost all waste wood from construction ends up being burned, even though it could play a major role in the development of ecological growing media. New research shows that steam-treated waste wood can replace peat as a growing medium and offers promising results in plant germination and root growth.
Short interruptions in the operation of access tags and doors
A system update will cause the access tags and doors on Otaniemi campus 16.-20.12.2024
Chem Awards 2024 recipients announced
The School of Chemical Engineering recognises outstanding individuals and teams for their exceptional contributions over the year.
Aalto fundraising campaign appearing online and in the streets from January onwards
The campaign is on and every donor and every euro counts – see below how you can get involved
President's letter – Let’s celebrate the new year together as Aalto turns 15
As the year draws to a close, Ilkka Niemelä reminds us of the importance of downtime for resting up and being in the company of family, friends and loved ones.
New financial system Abacus to go live in January 2025
Rondo, Raindance, QlikView and Ada will be replaced by Abacus. Please find information about the change below.
Creativity supported boxing and vice versa
Eva Wahlström, an Aalto alum who has boxed for 25 years, shared her memories of the people and experiences that were ultimately more important to her than success and medals
Apply to Designs for a Cooler Planet by 27 January, 2025
Enhance the impact of your research by presenting it to broad groups outside the university. Aaltonian, apply and show how your research or project is changing the world.
Board discussed the University Preview 2024 outcome and made decisions on financial matters
Prior to the meeting the board and Aalto Management Team had a joint discussion on the results of the university
New origami packaging technology creates sustainable and eye-catching alternatives to conventional packing materials
Origami packaging enables completely new properties for cartonboard, making it an excellent alternative to, for example, plastic and expanded polystyrene in packaging. The aesthetics of the material have also garnered interest from designers.
Independence Day decorations for Aalto personnel
The President of Finland awards decorations ºÚÁÏÍø University employees on the Finnish Independence Day. Congratulations!
