/en/listing/370951/feed News listing en /en/news/highly-sought-after-eu-funding-for-three-aalto-university-researchers Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:04:22 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1378118 at /en The projects focus on atomically precise materials-engineering, LED-based thermal management and quantum methods in distributed networks. Awards and Recognition Research & Art Ilmakuva modernista punatiili- ja lasikampuksesta, kaarevista teistä, ratikkakiskoista sekä taustan järvestä ja metsästä /en/news/arsi-ikaheimonens-doctoral-research-smartphone-data-could-reveal-early-signs-of-depression Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:22:46 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1377814 at /en A phone in your pocket, a smart ring on your finger, and an activity tracker on your wrist: everyday devices collect information about their users almost continuously. This data can help monitor and predict symptoms of depression. Aalto Magazine Research & Art Kuvituskuva: Siniset puhelin- ja tablettikehykset mustavalkoisella ja vaaleanpunaisella marmoroidulla taustalla /en/news/students-developed-a-service-blueprint-for-remote-plant-advisory-services-for-boiler-plants Wed, 20 May 2026 07:12:36 +0000 Terhi Ollikainen 1373286 at /en A multidisciplinary team of master’s degree students from Aalto University collaborated with Sumitomo SHI FW (SFW) in a customized project Studies Helenin voimalaitos Vuosaaressa /en/news/1-in-4-mental-health-patients-hurt-by-wording-in-electronic-health-records-finds-study Mon, 11 May 2026 12:29:07 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1371856 at /en Errors, disrespectful language and information perceived as unnecessary in electronic health records can feel offensive to patients Press releases Research & Art Saija Simola /en/news/new-vice-deans-appointed-for-the-school-of-science Mon, 11 May 2026 06:35:58 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1371852 at /en Maarit Korpi-Lagg has been selected as vice dean for impact, Pekka Marttinen as vice dean for education and Robin Ras as vice dean for research. Appointments University Maarit Korpi-Lagg, Pekka Marttinen, Robin Ras /en/news/aalto-sitra-and-lovable-launch-ai-summer-program Mon, 04 May 2026 11:20:42 +0000 Mary-Ann Alfthan 1370859 at /en A new summer program brings together students, Finnish public sector organisations and AI tools to develop digital services. Cooperation University Perustieteiden opiskelijoita Kandikeskuksessa. Kuva: Matti Ahlgren. /en/news/vtt-joins-the-haic-cybersecurity-institute Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:34:04 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1370319 at /en In June, VTT will become part of the HAIC research institute at Aalto University and the University of Helsinki. Cooperation Ilmakuva isosta tasakattoisesta rakennuksesta, lasikattoja, aurinkopaneeleja ja tien varrella autoja /en/news/ellis-institute-finland-is-launching-machine-learning-fundamentals-out-of-the-lab Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:12:51 +0000 Amanda Alvarez 1368210 at /en Research moonshots, foundation models for healthcare, and AI for RDI Cooperation Press releases Research & Art Person in dark suit presenting ELLIS Institute Finland slide with colourful icons in a lecture room /en/news/ai-companions-can-comfort-lonely-users-but-may-deepen-distress-over-time Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:02:17 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1366010 at /en Long-term use of AI companions may give comfort, but research indicates it may negatively impact users’ wellbeing and their ability to navigate real world relationships. Press releases Research & Art Hahmo istuu ruudun edessä, pikselihymy ja sydänpuhekuplat leijuvat heidän välissään /en/news/ai-enhances-security-screening-masters-thesis-improves-see-through-solutions-camera-technology Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:20:49 +0000 Anne Kosola 1364777 at /en New AI solutions are being produced in FAIR ecosystem. See Through Solutions, a deep-tech startup, gained momentum for its development work from a master's thesis. Cooperation Neljä miestä hymyilee pöytäjalkapallopelin ääressä. /en/news/awards-presented-for-top-doctoral-and-masters-theses-at-the-school-of-science Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:55:29 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1364776 at /en In 2025, there were altogether 71 doctoral and 607 master's degrees in the School of Science. In March, seven outstanding doctoral and six master's theses were awarded. Awards and Recognition Sami Lauronen, Axel Hedman, Eero Virmavirta, Olli Latvakoski, Elina Heikkila.jpg /en/news/recent-advances-and-research-trends-in-ai-energy-industry-online-lecture-series Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:06:22 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1364588 at /en Lecture series for doctoral students focusing on artificial intelligence, energy, and Industry 4.0. Register by 31 March. Cooperation Studies University Finger touches glowing purple sphere linking tech icons above a city skyline, with the word “unite!” /en/news/fragmented-phone-use-not-total-screen-time-is-the-main-driver-of-information-overload-study-finds Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:13:36 +0000 Tiina Aulanko-Jokirinne 1364402 at /en Amid hot discussion on screen time, social media use and the impact of digital devices on our well-being, a seven-month study from Aalto University in Finland sheds new light on what overwhelms users the most –– and the results aren’t what you might think. Press releases Kuormittavinta on kännykän jatkuva vilkuilu ja toistuva viestittely pitkin päivää. Kuva: Matti Ahlgren, Aalto-yliopisto. /en/news/register-for-the-transregional-online-living-labs-day-2026 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:00:33 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1361588 at /en Join Unite!’s international, online conference to explore how University Campus Living Labs connect research, education and practice. Cooperation Studies University People gathered outside a modern building with circular windows, reflected in glass. Trees and green grass in the background. /en/news/join-a-unite-matchmaking-event-on-forging-new-consortia-for-horizon-europe-applications Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:52:50 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1359061 at /en Calling researchers and industry partners to connect at a virtual matchmaking session designed to spark project collaborations for Horizon Europe funding. Registration deadline, 12 March. Cooperation Studies University Researchers working in a laboratory. /en/news/a-survey-on-users-experiences-of-mykanta-in-collaboration-between-aalto-university-and-kela Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:02:53 +0000 Saija Simola 1357870 at /en Senior university lecturer Sari Kujala's research group is exploring, in collaboration with Kela, users' experiences with the MyKanta online patient portal and the MyKanta mobile application. Research & Art Henkilö kirjoittaa kannettavalla tietokoneella, pöydällä on muistikirja ja tabletti. /en/news/training-available-in-ai-research-data-management-research-ethics-more-register-now Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:23:18 +0000 Charlotte Forsgård 1355730 at /en New topics included! Registrations for spring 2026 are open. Research & Art A black hand touches a tablet screen with white shapes. Papers and a pen are on a pink surface. /en/news/nasa-reveals-new-details-about-dark-matters-influence-on-the-universe Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:11:23 +0000 Tiina Aulanko-Jokirinne 1355087 at /en With the Webb telescope’s unprecedented sensitivity, scientists are learning more about dark matter’s influence on stars, galaxies, and even planets like Earth. Press releases Kuva näyttää pimeän aineen jakautumisen samalla taivaan alueella käyttäen Nasan Webb-teleskooppia 2026 (oikealla) ja Hubblen avaruusteleskooppia 2007 (vasemmalla). Kuva: NASA/STScI/A. Pagan /en/news/finnish-ai-region-secures-second-term-with-top-marks-from-eu Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:12:58 +0000 Amanda Alvarez 1354178 at /en Finnish AI Region (FAIR) EDIH has been selected to continue operations for a second term with excellent ratings. European Union continuation funding enables service expansion from the beginning of 2026. Aalto University is one of 10 partners in FAIR. Cooperation Press releases Ajatteleva henkilön siluetti, jonka oikealla puolella on värikkäitä digitaalisia tietoja ja grafiikkaa. /en/news/retail-therapy-fail-online-shopping-linked-to-stress-says-study Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:13:12 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1347325 at /en Shopping, social media use and gaming are the most likely online activities to correlate with stress, according to a new study Press releases Research & Art Piirroskuva älupuhelinta katsovasta ihmisestä, jonka pään yllä leijuu stressiä kuvaava pilvi.