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Answer the University Preview 2022 survey
Give input ºÚÁÏÍø University’s living strategy process by sharing observations of any global trends you have noticed by 30 September.
Space utilization rate pilot has started
Space utilization rates on Otaniemi campus will be researched during autumn 2022.
A sunny Family Day attracted more than a thousand visitors on campus
Aalto University Family Day on 10th of September gathered several Aalto families on campus to enjoy a sunny day with science and art presentations and activities, that were organized for all ages. The versatile program was particularly praised in the feedback.
A sustainable future needs innovative start-ups
As part of this year’s Estoril Conferences, Aalto University School of Business organised a panel discussion on the topic of ‘Technology through start-ups for a more sustainable business’
Apply now to the Unite! Winter School on Biomass Valorisation
The Unite! university alliance's Winter School will focus on biomass valorisation. It is held on 6-10 February, 2023 in Grenoble, France.
Aalto University continues to offer study rights without fees to Ukraine’s university students
Application for courses and study modules is open until 30 August 2024.
Aalto Day One photos and recording published
A crowd of more than a thousand members of Aalto community followed the opening of the academic year, and the Aalto Party made a long-awaited comeback
Members of Aalto community awarded for their great work
The opening of the academic year celebrated heroes of research, teaching and community building
President Ilkka Niemelä: 'Investments in universities is the best solution to address the shortage of experts'
Chair of the Aalto University Student Union Otto Usvajärvi also spoke at the opening of the academic year. The ceremony was held online.
Jukka Seppälä appointed Aalto Distinguished Professor
Seppälä specialises in polymer engineering especially in biopolymers. They are needed as alternatives for conventional plastics, and they can be new functional materials both in engineering and in medical applications.
An eco-filling to replace down
A hundred years ago, cattail fluff was used as life vest filling – now a Finnish company wants the eco-friendly material for pillows and winter coats.
Learn How to Properly Manage Research Data
We offer free training in research data management and open science. Register now!
The MMD research group is mapping the spaces between disciplines
The Multifunctional Materials Design research group (MMD) led by professor Jaana Vapaavuori focuses on experimental studies of soft materials, as well as inorganic-organic hybrids. The group’s ultimate goal is to combine multiple functionalities in the same material. Central to the group’s success are their efforts to stay open to ideas outside their own field, as well as the academic community itself.
Quality together – Learning about equality, diversity and inclusion
Benchlearning visit to EPFL Lausanne gave valuable insights into EDI practices when we prepare for the upcoming quality audit.
How would you spend 13 000 euros for students' wellbeing? Leave your suggestion!
Leave your suggestion for a participatory budgeting project before 30 September 2022 to improve student wellbeing on campus.
Gradually decomposing bioart challenges permanent design
Campus art competition winner bio.modules.way will be installed next to Dipoli
Professor Lasse Murtomäki has been appointed Head of Department and Assistant Professor Antti Karttunen Vice Head
Professor Lasse Murtomäki has been appointed Head of the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science at Aalto University, School of Chemical Engineering as of 1.9.2022.
For students: Learn languages and intercultural competencies online with Unite! Apply now to courses in the autumn 2022
Unite! partner universities offer online courses in language, communication and global competence that are open to all Aalto University students.
Mari Lundström appointed Vice Dean for Research and Innovation at the School of Chemical Engineering
Associate professor (tenured) Mari Lundström has been appointed as the Vice Dean for Research and Innovation at the School of Chemical Engineering as of 1 September, 2022.
Aalto University endowment returned –5.1% during first half of 2022
Endowment provides EUR 29 million to fund research and education this year
