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Björn Savén's donation ºÚÁÏÍø University makes a significant contribution to hydrogen research
Hydrogen will play a crucial role in the storage of renewable energy. Hydrogen also serves as a fuel for fuel cells and future engines.
President Ilkka Niemelä: ‘We make an impact in society together with our partners’
At best, collaboration between Aalto University and corporates brings about solutions with a great impact on society. Collaboration leads to change toward a more sustainable world, develops new skills and knowledge, and creates jobs.
Aalto-led project on student entrepreneurship comes to a successful close
The YYTO-project, funded by the Ministry of education and culture, found ways to support student entrepreneurship
Doing a doctoral thesis at Saab helps understand the challenges of the future
Doctoral students thank Saab’s experts for their help and the company’s real-life application challenges.
Best practices for enhancing internationalization through virtual exchange discussed at the Unite! Staff Week
The week-long training focusing on virtual exchange was organized in February 2021 to promote internationalization between the seven universities in the Unite! network.
More certainty for deep learning
With the support of Saab, doctoral student Lassi Meronen is developing models for deep learning that can be used, for example, in radars and medical diagnosis.
Huawei scholarships awarded to three successful students
The Foundation for Aalto University Science and Technology presented the awards to three Masters of Science (Technology) who graduated last year. The awards were aimed at supporting promising and talented students.
The need for satellite-independent navigation is growing
With the support of Saab, doctoral student Jouko Kinnari is researching how positioning would be possible without satellite positioning systems.
The City of Helsinki and Aalto University set up an incubator to promote clean and sustainable urban solutions
The City of Helsinki and Aalto University are establishing a new incubator for Helsinki-based start-ups, called Urban Tech Helsinki.
Energy transition requires well timed investments
KAUTE talks x Aalto University webinar brought together experts to discuss the goal of building a zero-carbon society and reaching the EU Green Deal. Discussions delved into the societal and economical impacts of decarbonization and energy transition.
Aalto-led project found ways to support student entrepreneurship
The ministry-funded nationwide YYTO project searched for ways to increase and support an entrepreneurial mindset among students.
New brain-stimulating technology to relieve pain and depression
An Aalto-led team is developing new transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) technology to treat pain, depression and other neurological conditions. The aim is faster and more effective treatment.
Everyone from directors to team members can help to create an inclusive organisationÂ
There are many forms of diversity in our society. For example, gender, ethnicity, ability or educational background should be reflected in organisations from start-ups to multinational corporations or NGOs to academia.
Aalto University Bioinnovation Centre launching
Aalto University’s Bioinnovation Centre will be established with the grant amounting over 10 million euros received from Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation. Bioinnovation Centre will start its operation in 2021 by the recruitment of a professor enabled by the grant and opening the first call for the doctoral school supported by the grant.
The Academy of Finland decided on roadmap for research infrastructures
Aalto University is involved in ten research infrastructures selected for the national roadmap for 2021–2024, which support the university's seven research areas.
Neste and Aalto University are working together to develop cleaner traffic
Research collaboration creates, for example, new types of transportation fuels with the help of bio-based materials.
Collaboration between Nokia and the CEMS programme results in several strategic business projects every spring
CEMS as a unique global community delivers a leading Master’s in International Management programme, which educates responsible future leaders to contribute to creating a more open, sustainable and inclusive world.
Core actions of the UNITE! network consolidated at online dialogue
UNITE! opened their virtual doors to its second dialogue in September to representatives of the seven European partner universities.
Chemistry and business students developed plant-based products with Valio
A team of two Master’s students collaborated with Valio in a 6-month Aalto Thesis project.
Anu Kaukovirta has been selected as the School of Chemical Engineering's Alumnus of the Year 2020
As a sign of her significant career and role in our society, Doctor of Technology Anu Kaukovirta has been selected as the School of Chemical Engineering's Alumnus of the Year 2020. She has worked as both a researcher and a director in industry and research institutes and throughout her career has been in close contact with her school. Currently, Anu works at the Natural Resources Institute Finland (LUKE) as Vice President of Research.
