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World-leading neuroscientists gathered on Twitter for online research conference
Scientific conferences are expensive, time-consuming and often involve a heavy carbon footprint. Luckily, there are alternatives.
Quantum physicists succeed in controlling energy losses and shifts
Achievement can be applied to speed up quantum computers and design new quantum technological devices
Anton Paar Research Award to Robin Ras and Quan Zhou
Anton Paar Research Award to Robin Ras and Quan Zhou
Bugs or dust? New method quickly reveals whether a surface is truly clean
By combining artificial intelligence and hyperspectral imaging, we can make sure facilities are clean during norovirus and flu season—cutting cleaning costs and reducing use of disinfectants
A visual artist wielding more than a hammer
Aalto University’s fifth Artist in Residence Matthew C. Wilson explores the entangled nature of ideas.
More recycling and business worth billions to the battery sector
The main objective of BATCircle is to generate added value to sectors manufacturing battery metals and chemicals, and their circular economy.
Aalto University’s Art & Design now 7th best in the world
Architecture improved its position, reaching 42nd place, while Business again made the top 100 in the recently published QS World University Rankings
Outstanding referee 2019 award ºÚÁÏÍø University physicists
Professors Päivi Törmä and Sergei A. Tretyakov named Outstanding Referees by the American Physical Society.
Faster method to read quantum memory
Scientists at Aalto University and VTT have developed a faster way to read information out of qubits, the basic building blocks of a quantum computer
EIT Digital Strategic Innovation Agenda 2020-2022
EIT Digital has decided on a new strategic innovation agenda for years 2020-2022.
Brain scans shine light on how we solve clues
Partnered with machine learning, brain scans reveal how people understand objects in our world.
2.5 million euros for Aalto SCI research infrastructures
Both equipment and technical support personnel receive funding.
Brain recordings show that background noise strongly impairs children’s ability to concentrate on a single speaker
A new brain-imaging study compared the cocktail party effect between adults and children. The purpose was to understand how children can cope the often noisy surroundings in which they grow and learn.
Surgify aims to make bone surgery safer around the world
These young entrepreneurs have already convinced doctors and investors. Their innovation is coming to operating theatres this year.
Quantum Wheel brings world-class game makers and quantum physicists together
From 15th until 17th February 2019 the Helsinki SkyWheel and Allas Sea Pool are the base for the 5th Quantum Game Jam; an intensive weekend during which game makers and physicists get together with the aim of creating games that harness the nature of quantum mechanics.
Wärtsilä and Aalto University sign partnership agreement to broaden cooperation
By broadening the scope of cooperation, Wärtsilä and Aalto University are looking to take on the challenges of climate change; scarcity of natural resources; and digitalisation together.
Alumni are getting more involved in Aalto University’s development
A new alumni network board gives alumni a stronger voice in the university.
The climate is changing - will education at Aalto change as well?
A discussion session was organised At Aalto to reflect on how university education could better respond to the challenges of climate change.
Artificial intelligence brings 14% savings on average patient treatment costs
The savings generated by using artificial intelligence-based patient flow management system are a significant demonstration of AI’s capability in making healthcare more efficient.
SCI award for Siavash Khajavi’s doctoral dissertation
Siavash Khajavi’s research has great practical relevance because how digital operations of manufacturing firms are managed, is increasingly important for survival and growth in global markets.
