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Joint project seeks low-emission industrial solutions

Converting electricity into another form of energy and then back into electricity can be applied to the production of synthetic fuels, chemicals and the edible proteins known as 'electric' foods.
Press releases, Research & Art
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gas flow

Kourosh Latifi successfully defended his PhD thesis "Controlling the motion of particles on a vibrating plate using dynamic acoustic fields"

Latifi graduates from the Robotic Instruments research group.
Research & Art, University
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kouroush icone - robotic instruments

Moral reflection can be seen in brain activity and eye movements

Research using films shows that different areas of the brain can be used flexibly as needed
Research & Art
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Picture: Mareike Bacha-Trams.

Digital Business Master Class jump-starts entirely online

Intense deep-dive to challenge-based learning is more popular than ever, all online for the first time
Cooperation, Studies, University
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Students sitting in a light-colored building, face-to-face with laptops in colourful chairs

Prof. Mari Lundström featured in Millenium Talks

Host Henkka Hyppönen and Assistant Professor Mari Lundström discuss possibilities and challenges in recycling of batteries at the laboratories of Hydrometallurgy and Corrosion.
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Professor Mari Lundström with Tesla / Photo: Pertti Kauranen

The handbag – a contemporary marketplace icon

The handbag’s journey to an icon and a branded highlight of the wearer's personality is closely linked to the development of women’s standing in society.
Research & Art
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Kuvassa näkyy nainen, joka kantaa käsilaukkua. Kuvan otti Roope Kiviranta Aalto-yliopistosta.

Finns’ use of data is growing rapidly and increasing electricity consumption in the entire ICT sector

The use of mobile data is growing fast in Finland, compared to other countries, reveals a recent report
Research & Art
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Hands holding a smartphone that displays a map application

Major breakthrough in extremely water-repellent materials makes them durable enough for the real world

A new armour-plated superhydrophobic material has been developed for potential uses in medical equipment, solar panels and more
Press releases
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Super hydrophobic surfaces by Juha Juvonen

Three brain research projects receive Academy of Finland funding

The three projects examine the long-term effects of premature birth, emotional states within groups, and children's brain activity during language processing. The total sum granted to these Aalto projects is about EUR one million.
Research & Art
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Brain

KPMG investigates their state of diversity and inclusion through the help of Aalto students

Students recommended implementable diversity acts for 2020.
Cooperation, Studies
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Opiskelijat kannettavan tietokoneen ääressä. Kuva: Unto Rautio / Aalto-yliopisto

This is what a more sustainable world looks like: Wood-based glitter, electric-powered boats and printed solar cells

The Aalto University Designs for a Cooler Planet event will showcase inspiring future scenarios during this coming September. The exhibition aims to show that collaboration between designers, researchers and stakeholders will lead to better solutions for people and the environment.
Campus, Research & Art
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Designs for a Cooler Planet 2020: Race for the Future

Four corona-related projects received special funding from the Academy of Finland

The projects study the coronavirus, the pandemic and its effects on society. The total amount granted to the four Aalto projects is 730 000 euros.
Research & Art
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Henkilön käsi asettelemassa laboratoriovälinettä.

Invention by a Finnish start-up speeds up coronavirus testing

Xfold Imaging Oy, founded by researchers from Aalto University and the University of Helsinki, has developed a nanocoated glass slide that makes microscopes dozens of times more accurate. It enables the identifying of coronavirus from a sample up to one day earlier compared to current technology.
Press releases
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SARS-COVID19

Researchers are developing a mobile MRI that could fit in a van instead of a lorry

The new technology will be a great boost for healthcare, especially in in hard to access emergency areas. There is also a lot of potential for use in the the wellness sector.
Press releases, Research & Art
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MRI Scanning photo Adolfo Vera Aalto University

Student project investigated new solar business models for Helen

The students impressed with their professionalism.
Cooperation, Studies
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Helen Oy:n aurinkovoimala. Kuva: Helen Oy:n kuvapankki

Students researched the electric vehicle charging market for Helen

The company also got ideas for business models and an analysis on how COVID-19 affects the market.
Cooperation, Studies
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Sähköauton lataustolppa. Kuva: Helen Oy:n kuvapankki

The film On Hold speaks for empathy

In the making of the documentary careful focus was paid into how to protect the callers’ anonymity and how to deal with hate speech.
Awards and Recognition, Research & Art, Studies
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vanhempi mieshenkilö istuu kotisohvalla ja katsoo kameraan, sohvan selkänojan päällä on kasa pehmonalleja ja pöydällä palaa kynttilöitä

MA in New Media Master’s Thesis Presentations / Spring 2020

Spring 2020 MA in New Media Master's Thesis Presentations
Research & Art, Studies
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Väre aalto

Photographs of everyday life during corona times

In the State of Emergency 2020 project, nearly 180 photographers capture life at home and in quiet cities during the exceptional times.
Cooperation, Incidents, Research & Art
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kaksi miestä seisoo pihanurmella keskustelemassa parvekkeella olevan vanhuksen kanssa

Young Researcher of the Year develops multifunctional materials

The Finnish Foundation for Technology Promotion has named Assistant Professor Jaana Vapaavuori as Young Researcher of the Year for 2020. Vapaavuori's work is guided by design thinking and the optimal utilisation of resources.
Research & Art
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Jaana Vapaavuori