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A new optical metamaterial makes true one-way glass possible
Researchers have discovered how to make a new optical metamaterial that would underpin a variety of new technologies.
Significant grants for science from the Finnish Cultural Foundation
A total of thirty individuals and research groups from Aalto University received grants from the Finnish Cultural Foundation for science and art. Professors Harri Lipsanen and Zhipei Sun and their team, were awarded a large grant to develop electronic components mimicking the structure and function of the human brain. Among the grantees is also Professor Mikko Alava, whose team is developing water-resistant foams as substitutes for plastic using AI-based methods.
Making creativity happen: new documentary shows how to foster a creative mindset
Companies and organisations can arrange screenings to encourage creativity and experimentation
New Sähköisku podcast delves into the everyday life of electrical engineering students
In the podcast, electrical engineering students discuss their studies and the life of a teekkari at Aalto University. The first episode is now out!
Otaparkki parking fee will be reduced - further changes to parking on the Otaniemi campus
New changes will be implemented in mid-February
An entrepreneurial researcher takes action and creates something new
When a researcher thinks like an entrepreneur, they can create something truly groundbreaking.
Future Telecommunications: TelecomAI and System on Chips design are facing a severe talent crunch in the industry
As the world continues to move towards a more connected future, the importance of semiconductors, System-on-Chip (SoC), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the telecommunications industry cannot be overstated. Without these technologies, we cannot build the next generation networks that enable a hyperconnected society, supporting a sustainable and equal world.
Aalto granted 178 positions in doctoral education pilot
Most of the positions are in Finnish flagship programme areas
The semiconductor sector jobs open in research groups
Semi-Summer 2024 Programme will provide an opportunity to gain the skills needed in a growing and international semiconductor sector.
Open Educational Resources MOOC for teachers and students
Understand how to use materials with open licences in a copyright-compliant manner.
What is radical creativity? The recent film offers various interpretations
The film "Radical Creatives" expands our understanding of creativity and explores Aalto's culture in a compelling way.
Scrap bikes given new life through ACRE and Helsinki Metropolitan Area Reuse Centre collaboration
This winter, a scrap bike collection was conducted in collaboration with Helsinki Metropolitan Area Reuse Centre Ltd. Several hundred bicycles were gathered from the Aalto University campus.
Unite! visiting professorship program offers 13 guest professor positions at TU Darmstadt
TuDa is looking for experienced postdocs as visiting professors.
Hanne Ludvigsen appointed Fellow of the Optical Society
This prestigious honour recognises Hanne Ludvigsen's outstanding contributions to the field of photonic crystal fibres and optical sensors
Continued increase in applications to English bachelor’s programmes
Aalto University experiences wide interest from students all over the world
Space 21 monthly morning coffees in Spring 2024
Start your day with the best coffee on campus in the living room of radical creativity. The entire Aalto community is invited – check the schedule for Spring 2024 below.
Dimitrios Gkoutzounis: After the first month I decided I don’t wanna leave
'I was very unfamiliar with something like the orientation week and all the activities and lectures, where they told us useful things, like how the university works. It made me feel like I’m not on my own to figure everything out.'
Scientists reveal new images of a black hole - Proof of a persistent black hole shadow
The Event Horizon Telescope Collaboration has released new images of the supermassive black hole at the centre of the galaxy Messier 87. Researchers from Aalto University and the University of Turku contributed to forming the images from the new observations.
