Aalto University's press releases
986
results for
News, Press releases
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.
International cooperation makes building with wood even more attractive
This is the main European conference for wood construction. It brings together researchers, builders and decision-makers at Aalto in June.
Jaakko Salavuo appointed Communications Director of Aalto University
Salavuo will start in his new position on 1 April 2016.
Sea level rise threatens larger number of people than earlier estimated
More people live close to sea coast than earlier estimat
ed, assess researchers in a new study.
ed, assess researchers in a new study.
Aalto-1 satellite is ready for space
Finland’s first satellite will be launched into space later in spring 2016.
The acclaimed teachers' coding MOOC to continue
The restructured course has four lines of study and makes use of the learning platforms developed at Aalto and is suitable for mass courses.
Quantum physicists turn to the dark state
A team of quantum physicists at Aalto University managed to tame a so-called "dark state".
Promising results obtained with a new and simpler way to fabricate graphene component
The 2D material device designed and fabricated by Aalto University's researchers may prove useful in wearable electronics and sensors.
Navigation using music leaves the user's hands free
Most people are able to navigate easily by following audio guidance while walking or cycling.
Strategy is not just talking and hand waving
Researchers show that unless companies understand what their capabilities are, they may end up attempting to do something that is not possible.
Network methods enable more efficient, fault-tolerant, and environmentally friendlier transport services
This project harnesses the network theory to serve data-driven understanding of cities, urbanization, and public transport planning.
Towards more efficient gene therapy by investigating interactions of polyelectrolytes
A recent thesis investigated the interactions of charged polymers in salt solution.
A process revolutionising cotton recycling wins the H&M Global Change Award
The Ioncell-Fâ„¢ process adapted for the conversion of waste-cotton into new textile was awarded as one of five winners among 2,700 proposals.
Aalto University and Metropolia enter into strategic cooperation agreement
Cooperation especially in the field of technology aims to increase vitality and breakthroughs in Finland.
President Sauli Niinistö to be awarded Honorary Doctorate by the Aalto University School of Business
The School of Business will confer the title of Honorary Doctor on President Sauli Niinistö at the Ceremonial Conferment on May 20.