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Lab-grown pigments and food by-products: The future of natural textile dyes

As the environmental impact of the fashion and textile industries becomes clearer, the demand and need for sustainable alternatives is growing. One international research group aims to replace toxic synthetic dyes with natural alternatives, ranging from plants to microbes to food waste.
Research & Art
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Woman touching a long-sleeved Marimekko Unikko shirt on display

OP Group Research Foundation grants EUR 1.2 million for a research project of three Finnish universities

High-quality research cannot be produced without expensive research data and people, says Associate Professor Elias Rantapuska, leader of the research project on the financing sector and financial institutions at Aalto University.
Cooperation, Research & Art
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Elias Rantapuska, photo by Evelin Kask

Tomek Rygalik: ‘We need to design less but better things for longer’

Meet our new professors: Professor in Furniture Design Tomek Rygalik
Appointments, University
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Man with glasses and a black blouse looking at the camera

Professor Monika Österberg's team received funding for the development of bio-based packaging materials

The Finnish Research Impact Foundation funding awarded to Professor Monika Österberg's team will enable Aalto University and Kemira to explore the possibilities of developing fully bio-based packaging materials to reduce the use of plastics in the packaging industry.
Research & Art
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Professori Monika Österberg.

'Wardrobe of the future' – sustainable solutions for the fashion and textile industry

The exhibition is showcasing solutions from researchers and students on sustainable future for the fashion and textile industry.
Cooperation, Research & Art, University
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people exploring the walk-in closet that provides solutions for a sustainable fashion and textiles future

Aalto Scientists Experiment with Helium Plasma to Help Pave Way for Fusion Energy

As part of FinnFusion, itself belonging to the EUROfusion consortium, Aalto scientists are experimenting with helium plasma to improve the future operations of Iter, an international fusion energy collaboration under construction in France.
Cooperation, Press releases, Research & Art
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FinnFusion is a collaboration aiming to make fusion energy a reality. Photo: VTT.

Eighth Economic Defence Course digged into the topic of risk

For professors at the School of Business, times of radical uncertainty call for efforts to outline alternative scenarios and a critical perspective on talk of a ‘new era’.
Research & Art
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Kuvassa näkyy Taloudenpuolustuskurssin puhujia keskustelemassa lavalla.

The EU funds a consortium with almost EUR 20 million in future radar research

Aalto University participates in the ARTURE consortium, which is funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF).
Research & Art
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Electronics - ICT Otaniemessä. Mikroelektroniikan suunnittelua.

If you want to foster peace, study business!

Doctoral researcher Tilman Bauer studies peace at the School of Business. According to him, the purpose of business in society is to promote peace.
Research & Art
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The picture shows Tilman Bauer near the stairs in the School of Business building.

Five things to see at Designs for a Cooler Planet: Evolving colours, wood glitter and garments with a history

Open until 12 October 2022, Designs for a Cooler Planet is an annual exhibit showcasing bold designs that approach sustainability from avenues including fashion, food and materials.
Campus, Research & Art
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Three mannequins displaying garments designed by Elina Onkinen and Kasia Gorniak. Photo: Mikko Raskinen/Aalto University

Changes to animal feed could supply food for one billion people

Livestock and fish could be fed more agricultural by-products, freeing up food for people
Press releases
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Vehnänjyviä

Designing sustainable societies through trust

A broad understanding of digital technologies is of utmost importance in the information era. How do we make sure that humans stay in the loop in a socially sustainable way as societies become ever more digitalised?
Research & Art
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Johanna Ylipulli standing on a bridge

Professor Julia Valle Noronha: ‘Fashion can be a major force in change’

Meet our new professors: Professor in Fashion Design, Julia Valle Noronha
Research & Art
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Professor in Fashion Design Julia Valle Noronha_Aalto ARTS

Apply now to the Unite! Winter School on Biomass Valorisation

The Unite! university alliance's Winter School will focus on biomass valorisation. It is held on 6-10 February, 2023 in Grenoble, France.
Studies
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City of Grenoble where the Unite! Winter School takes place.

New AI system predicts how to prevent wildfires

A machine learning model can evaluate the effectiveness of different management strategies
Press releases
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A satellite image of Borneo and part of Malaysia covered by plumes of smoke from fires. The many fires are marked on the map as red dots.

Wardrobe of the Future, giant bug hotel, vertical farming and more - Designs for a Cooler Planet exhibition of ideas for a more planet-friendly life

The exhibition themes this year are life without a trace, sustainable style and a healthier food chain.
Campus, Press releases, Research & Art, University
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Life 1.5 in black font and Designs for a Cooler Planet logo on a white, fragmented background.

Hossam Hewidy: ‘Increasing multiculturalism must be taken into account in urban planning’

I claim series presents architect, lecturer Hossam Hewidy
Research & Art
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Hossam Hewidy_pieni

New forecasting tool can give an early warning of solar storms – boosts preparedness and helps mitigate damage

Associate Professor Maarit Korpi-Lagg has received funding from the European Research Council to develop a forecasting tool to locate the source regions for the eruption of solar flares already a few days before they emerge on the Sun’s surface.
Press releases
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Illustration of a solar flare, spat out from the Sun's surface.

An eco-filling to replace down

A hundred years ago, cattail fluff was used as life vest filling – now a Finnish company wants the eco-friendly material for pillows and winter coats.
Research & Art
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Höytyvällä täytetty tyyny ja naisen käsi sen vieressä.

Nokia donates virtual technology ºÚÁÏÍø University

With the help of technology, researchers and students can create virtual sceneries and model experimental environments.
Cooperation
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Iso näyttöseinä.