/en/listing/50616/feed News listing en /en/news/nordea-and-aalto-university-to-explore-the-future-of-ai-and-human-machine-interaction Wed, 20 May 2026 11:21:40 +0000 Aino Pekkarinen 1373293 at /en Aalto University and Nordea are launching a long term research and education partnership to explore how machine agency will shape the future of services. Cooperation Studies Nykyaikainen punatiilirakennus, korkeat mustat pilarit, puita edessä ja ihmisiä kävelee kadulla /en/news/make-may-the-month-of-movement Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:52:17 +0000 Pia Ojanperä 1369137 at /en Take part in events on campus and make sustainable mobility part of your working or study day. Campus Cooperation Studies University Otaniemi kestävällä tiellä -teksti ja kuva kahdesta ihmisestä kävelemässä kampuksella. /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/researchers-measure-energy-below-a-zeptojoule-enough-for-a-red-blood-cell-to-move-a-nanometer Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:59:00 +0000 Ville Heirola 1366857 at /en A new method for measuring incredibly miniscule amounts of energy – less than a trillionth of a billionth of a joule – could give quantum computing and the hunt for dark matter a boost, while paving the way for counting individual photons. Press releases Abstract blue device with glowing orange grid and beam connecting two rectangular structures /en/news/mikko-mottonen-selected-as-finalist-for-the-european-inventor-award-2026 Mon, 11 May 2026 12:04:12 +0000 Ville Heirola 1371867 at /en Möttönen is a finalist in the ‘Research’ category for developing an ultrasensitive cryogenic microwave sensor to diagnose interference in quantum computers. Awards and Recognition Aalto University professor Mikko Mottonen, photo Mikko Raskinen /en/news/canvas-learning-platform-data-breach-there-may-be-users-at-aalto Mon, 11 May 2026 11:31:54 +0000 Eeva Räisänen 1371859 at /en If you have used Canvas, notify security@aalto.fi. As a precaution, you can also change your Aalto password. University A-logo kampuksella /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/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. /en/news/aalto-university-supports-the-combining-of-elite-sport-and-studies-a-quality-label-was-awarded-by Wed, 06 May 2026 11:44:31 +0000 Eeva Räisänen 1371193 at /en The audit team praised personalised study planning, flexible study paths and guidance related to a dual career Awards and Recognition University freestyle-hiihtäjä Kuura Koivisto /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/students-shaped-hilti-finlands-broader-ai-adoption-strategy Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:57:26 +0000 Terhi Ollikainen 1367863 at /en ‘Younes and Hien delivered exceptional work, and we now have a much clearer understanding of how AI works’ Cooperation Studies Hilti AI project team /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/show-your-school-colours-new-hoodies-and-tote-bags-now-available Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:12:44 +0000 Tiina Toivola 1368366 at /en The Aalto University Shop launched a new line of school-specific hoodies and tote bags for students, staff, and alumni Campus Three students in Aalto University hoodies pose outdoors by balloons and a brick wall with large windows. /en/news/join-a-summer-school-on-environmental-contaminants-held-in-the-french-alps Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:42:21 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1368359 at /en Explore environmental contaminants through expert-led lectures, hands-on workshops, and international collaboration— with selected students receiving funding for travel and accommodation. Cooperation Studies University Close-up of rainbow-coloured oil slick swirling on dark, dirty water surface with floating specks /en/news/ability-to-harness-quantum-speed-gains-now-within-sight-after-researchers-solve-massive-simulation Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:26:49 +0000 Ville Heirola 1368206 at /en The use of a quantum-inspired algorithm to calculate the unworkably vast potential properties of quantum materials is an early example of how quantum technology can be used to improve itself. The discovery could have future applications in dissipationless technology, for example to mitigate data centre heating. Press releases Colourful grid of small squares on a wavy blue and brown abstract 3D background /en/news/apply-now-unite-european-energy-excursion-visit-leading-energy-companies-and-institutions-across Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:06:09 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1367456 at /en Aalto engineering students are invited to take part in a unique international study trip through Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium from 7 to 13 June 2026. Cooperation Studies University Poster of European Energy Excursion with coastal wind farm, path on green dyke and university logos. /en/news/the-theme-month-promotes-sustainable-mobility-0 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:39:01 +0000 Pia Ojanperä 1366757 at /en In May, there will be a variety of events and campaigns in Otaniemi to remind people about making sustainable choices in mobility. Campus Cooperation University kestävällä tiellä /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/apply-now-bioengineering-human-tissue-design-fabrication-analysis Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:09:50 +0000 Melissa Georgiou 1366227 at /en Unite!’s Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on bioengineering human tissue combines online learning with hands-on training in Germany. Cooperation Studies University Microscope image of wavy skin tissue layer, pink and purple cells forming dense clusters