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, rich_text en New ultrasonic needle yields samples 2–3 times larger, potentially reshaping cancer diagnostics /en/news/new-ultrasonic-needle-yields-samples-2-3-times-larger-potentially-reshaping-cancer-diagnostics Fri, 08 May 2026 06:51:02 +0000 Tiina Aulanko-Jokirinne 1371348 at /en Developed at Aalto University over several years, a new ultrasonic needle for tumour diagnostics has been trialled in collaboration with Helsinki University Hospital (HUS). According to the resulting peer-reviewed study, salivary gland tumours could be diagnosed with far greater precision using the innovative needle. Press releases Uudella ultraäänineulalla saadaan kaksin- tai kolminkertainen määrä kudosnäytettä verrattuna aikaisempiin neulabiopsian menetelmiin. Kuva: Kalle Kataila, Aalto-yliopisto. ELLIS Institute Finland is launching machine learning fundamentals out of the lab /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 Exchanges in algae and design: a week in Portimão /en/news/exchanges-in-algae-and-design-a-week-in-portimao Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:21:58 +0000 Carla Taboada 1368214 at /en A trip to Portugal, where seaweed becomes a tool to engage with the environment, learn principles of design and start collaborations. Cooperation Studies People in waders collect green aquatic plants by an overgrown riverbank on a sunny day AI enhances security screening – Master’s thesis improves See Through Solutions’ camera technology /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. Aalto University’s art & design ranked 9th in the world /en/news/aalto-universitys-art-design-ranked-9th-in-the-world Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:31:28 +0000 Minna Hölttä 1364763 at /en Five of Aalto’s fields placed in the top 100 in the prestigious QS ranking Research & Art Black text on yellow: “#9 in the world in art & design (QS 2026)” in bold sans serif font. Annual review looked back on the past year /en/news/annual-review-looked-back-on-the-past-year Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:26:04 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 1362366 at /en The annual review of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture provided a comprehensive overview of the past year. Members of the community were also awarded in the event. Awards and Recognition Research & Art Puhuja esiintyy suurelle yleisölle pimeässä auditorioissa. Suuren näytön takana on eläväinen kuva tekstillä 'Welcome'. Applications open for Innovation Postdoc in AI /en/news/applications-open-for-innovation-postdoc-in-ai Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:01:49 +0000 Elettra Virtanen 1361657 at /en A fully funded, 12–18 month career track to turn your doctoral discoveries into deep-tech startups. Research & Art Abstract glass sculpture with crystal-like shards in a glass case, illuminated by blue light. VTT, Aalto University and GTK: How to ensure Finland captures the multi‑billion growth potential of mineral economy /en/news/vtt-aalto-university-and-gtk-how-to-ensure-finland-captures-the-multi-billion-growth-potential-of Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:59:00 +0000 Minna Hölttä 1361221 at /en Finland is rising to the forefront of the mineral economy through new research initiatives and closer collaboration Research & Art Lähikuva erilaisista elektroniikkajätteistä, kuten piirilevyistä, johdoista ja metallinpaloista eri väreissä. Design strengthens industrial competitiveness – human-centered factory work at the core /en/news/design-strengthens-industrial-competitiveness-human-centered-factory-work-at-the-core Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:01:18 +0000 Pirita Posti 1360208 at /en Factory work is undergoing a transformation: new technologies and artificial intelligence are changing the content and roles of work. Aalto University’s Department of Design is studying this change from a human-centered perspective in the HiFive project. Cooperation Research & Art HiFive tutkimusryhmä: Joni Lappalainen, Juho Silmukari, Martina Čaić, Anna Viljakainen, Virpi Roto. Kuva: Mikko Raskinen A sustainable city is also age-friendly /en/news/a-sustainable-city-is-also-age-friendly Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:00:30 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 1360051 at /en Cities must involve older adults more strongly in the planning of the urban environment. Cooperation Research & Art Ikääntyneitä asukkaita katsomassa kasvatuslaatikoita kirjaston edessä Eden Telila's master's thesis contributed to Ramboll's geotechnical toolkit /en/news/eden-telilas-masters-thesis-contributed-to-rambolls-geotechnical-toolkit Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:26:35 +0000 Joonas Lehtovaara 1358023 at /en Geoengineering alum Eden Telila helped Ramboll automate manual tasks. Cooperation Studies Eden Telila pictured at a ski slope Environmental Structure of the Year 2025 Award goes to Kalasatama-Pasila tramway /en/news/environmental-structure-of-the-year-2025-award-goes-to-kalasatama-pasila-tramway Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:05:09 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 1358013 at /en The award is given in recognition of meritorious design and implementation of the built environment. Experts from Aalto University developed sustainability solutions for the project. Awards and Recognition Cooperation Research & Art Ilmakuva raitiovaunusta kaarevalla radalla, jota ympäröivät puut ja rakennukset kaupunkimaisemassa aurinkoisena päivänä. Everyday choices: Frank Martela, should we take happiness seriously? /en/news/everyday-choices-frank-martela-should-we-take-happiness-seriously Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:16:50 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1355931 at /en Insights from an assistant professor and philosopher who studies human well-being and motivation. Aalto Magazine Research & Art Henkilö istuu kaatuneen puun päällä tiheässä metsässä, oksien ja lehvästön ympäröimänä. A survey on users' experiences of MyKanta in collaboration between Aalto University and Kela /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. Measuring urban nature: new habitat types and criteria support the prevention of biodiversity loss /en/news/measuring-urban-nature-new-habitat-types-and-criteria-support-the-prevention-of-biodiversity-loss Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:48:26 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 1357871 at /en A recent report introduces an anthropogenic habitat classification and assessment criteria that make it possible to visualize, measure, and compare nature in the built environment. These tools enable the assessment of ecological condition and support the development of green infrastructure and the prevention of biodiversity loss in cities. Press releases Research & Art Kaupunkikatu penkkeineen, puineen ja pensaineen. Autoja pysäköitynä tien varrella. Aurinkoinen päivä. What drives success in the film and audiovisual industries? New research to support growth and competitiveness /en/news/what-drives-success-in-the-film-and-audiovisual-industries-new-research-to-support-growth-and Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:25:17 +0000 Pirita Posti 1357687 at /en Aalto University Department of Film is leading a €1.6 million Co-Innovation research project, SmartSuccessAV, funded by Business Finland. The project aims to gain new research-based knowledge on how success in the Film and AV industry is managed and how decision-making is structured as production, financing, and distribution structures change. Cooperation Research & Art Johanna Wartio, Susanna Helke ja Ilkka Matila Aalto-yliopisto. Better AI models by incorporating user feedback into training /en/news/better-ai-models-by-incorporating-user-feedback-into-training Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:22:51 +0000 Amanda Alvarez 1356561 at /en New research improves a popular method for fine-tuning AI models by 60% using visualization tools. Research & Art Diagram showing individual and group behaviours, with comparison views of a robotic arm on a checkered floor. Master's students in accounting worked on Fiskars' equity story /en/news/masters-students-in-accounting-worked-on-fiskars-equity-story Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:16:35 +0000 Terhi Ollikainen 1356551 at /en The work of students can have a real impact on the overall value and future performance of a company and its business areas Cooperation Studies Laskentatoimen Capstone-kurssin yksi opiskelijaryhmä ja vastuuprofessorit Specialised AI models could be Finland's next global export /en/news/specialised-ai-models-could-be-finlands-next-global-export Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:48:51 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1353787 at /en Specialised, resource-efficient AI models could be the next competitive edge of our country, and a way to stand out among the use of large language models. Research & Art Työntekijä käyttää tablettia, kun robottikäsi hitsaa metallia ja kipinöitä lentää teollisuusympäristössä. Finnish AI Region Secures Second Term with Top Marks from EU /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.