Aalto University's press releases
Research result: The Sun’s magnetic field during the grand minimum is in fact at its maximum
During a time period of the Maunder Minimum type the magnetic field may hide at the bottom of the convection zone.
Doctoral study locates the boundaries of decision-making power for public company boards
Vigorous delegation weakens the board's significance as a representative of shareholders.
The gut microbiomes of infants have an impact on autoimmunity
Exposure to pathogens early in life is beneficial to the education and development of the human immune system.
A theory explains why gaming on touchscreens is clumsy
The reason is that key press timing in touchscreen input is unpredictable. When timing is made more predictable, performance improves.
Augmented games can increase the diversity of sports
Augmented climbing wall increases social interaction, helps to attract wider target audiences and empowers users to become content creators.
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.