News
Two new professor appointments at the School of Chemical Engineering
Tiina Nypelö DSc (Tech) has been appointed Associate Professor and Luana Dessbesell (PhD) has been appointed Assistant Professor at the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems.
Master’s programmes attracted a record number of applications
More than 12 000 applications University from 117 countries
Coping with darkness: tips from eight Aaltonians
The darkest day of the year is getting closer. Eight Aaltonians tell what they think of darkness and also light.
In memoriam Professor of Practice Mikhail Balakshin
Professor of Practice Mikhail Balakshin passed away at his home after a long illness on November 27, 2022. He was Professor of Lignin Chemistry at the Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering beginning in 2018.
Promising results for the impacts of the energy saving campaign are available
The Aalto community started campus-wide energy saving measures in Otaniemi on 10 October 2022, and we also joined the national Down a Degree energy saving campaign. The first results of the energy saving measures are now available.
Chem Awards 2022 are chosen
The School of Chemical Engineering rewards outstanding individuals and teams during the year.
The pricing for electric car charging will be adjusted on Otaniemi campus and Aalto Töölö
The pricing for electric car charging is changing beginning from 19.12.2022. The overall increase in electricity prices affects the charging expenses as well.
Interdisciplinarity within sustainable materials and sustainability education
Master's thesis by Riia Vidgren 'Sustainability Assessments for Novel Materials in Development: Crystalline Nanocellulose from Biowaste'
Aalto in 2022: Perpetual motion machine, The Wardrobe of the Future, Antarctica expedition and more
This year has been another feast of science and art. The latest research was rapidly used by decision-makers as well, for example in the energy crisis.
From processing metals to recycling batteries - Aalto University and Boliden work together to strengthen top expertise in metallurgy
Competence in metallurgy is needed as the energy transition increases the demand for metals, and the reuse of materials requires new competence.
Independence Day decorations for Aalto personnel
President Ilkka Niemelä is among 15 Aalto employees to receive decoration by the President of Finland. Congratulations!
Quality together – University supports open access in science and research
Support, training and information available for researchers on open science practices
Online course “Wood products and processes” starts 27.2.2023
Learn 100% online the links between wood product properties and typical applications in the living environment.
Online course “Wood material science” starts 10.1.2023
Learn 100% online how the structure of wood affects its physical and mechanical properties.
Jaana Vapaavuori: From dancer to researcher
Professor of functional nanomaterials would like to combine technology and art in her research.
President Ilkka Niemelä appointed as Unite! Vice President
Unite! European University Alliance will strengthen its leadership with two new Vice Presidents. Aalto University is one of the nine partner universities in the alliance founded in 2019. Unite! is building a new European university model.
Call for applications for Crystal Flowers in Halls of Mirrors is now open
Kristallikukkia peilisaleissa –kurssi - MS-E1000 Crystal Flowers in Halls of Mirrors: Mathematics meets Art and Architecture - on avoin kaikille kandiopiskelijoista tohtorikoulutettaviin, matematiikan ja tekniikan aloista taiteisiin, muotoiluun, arkkitehtuuriin ja kemiasta liiketoimintaan. Kurssille otetaan korkeintaan 50 opiskelijaa motivaatiokirjeiden perusteella, ja haku on auki 10.1.2023 saakka. Kurssi on 15 opintopisteen suuruinen, ja se järjestetään joka toinen vuosi.
Opening hours of campus buildings at the turn of the year 2022
Buildings on Otaniemi campus and in Töölö have reduced opening hours at the turn of the year 2022-23.
Are you a mobile university member? Read more and help us come up with ideas for a more mobile everyday life at the university!
The aim of the project is to promote the mobility of personnel and the formation of a physically active workday and operating culture as part of the new hybrid everyday life.
Make your research or project visible to the public and decision-makers: Application for Designs for a Cooler Planet 2023 now open
Our theme is Invisible – what don't we see even though we should? We're bringing together the most radically creative projects and work from our Aalto community, so come along!
