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Excessive measurement of marketing performance may lead to information overload
Companies must focus on indicators that are of key importance to their business activities, researchers recommend.
Good ventilation should be ensured when using tabletop 3D printers
A new study shows that printing releases nanoparticles whose spread into the indoor air should be restricted.
Clearing the way for real-world applications of superhydrophobic surfaces
In a perspective article in Science, researchers at Aalto call for standardised testing of superhydrophobic, i.e. water-repellent, materials.
New study shows how age and sex affect the social activity
The number of connections reaches a maximum at the age of 25 for both genders.
Aalto University and Finnish Marine Industries intensify research collaboration
The parties have signed a partnership agreement on marine technology.
ABB and Konecranes speed up the Industrial Internet Campus
The campus in Otaniemi will receive products and software from the companies for research and teaching purposes.
Aalto University ranked 28th in the world among young universities
Times Higher Education listed 150 rising stars.
Professor of Environmental Policy Rauno Sairinen awarded grant by Tapani Järvinen Environmental Technology Fund
Sairinen’s research has supported the development of environmental responsibility of mining in Finland.
Aalto University integrates all core activities at the main campus in Otaniemi
The School of Business will also be located in Otaniemi.
Researchers developed manufacturing method for microbatteries with organic electrode materials
Lithium terephthalate is a recently found anode material for a lithium-ion battery.
Even diginatives need IT education
A recent doctoral dissertation shows that an efficient learning process supports adaptive IT use.
New scrolling technique accelerates skim reading
Documents can be skimmed 60% faster than presently and with higher recall, shows research from Aalto University.
Concert hall acoustics influence the emotional impact of music
Aalto University researchers found that the emotional impact experienced by music listeners depends on the concert hall’s acoustics.
Excellent academic results for Aalto University in 2015
New Master’s Degree programmes were launched in autumn 2015. Aalto also further sharpened its research profile in key areas.
Versatility and creativity led to the finals in ‘This works’ competition
Moving and playable toys captivated with their ingenuity in the technology competition for primary pupils.
International cooperation makes building with wood even more attractive
This is the main European conference for wood construction. It brings together researchers, builders and decision-makers at Aalto in June.
Jaakko Salavuo appointed Communications Director of Aalto University
Salavuo will start in his new position on 1 April 2016.
Sea level rise threatens larger number of people than earlier estimated
More people live close to sea coast than earlier estimat
ed, assess researchers in a new study.
ed, assess researchers in a new study.
Aalto-1 satellite is ready for space
Finland’s first satellite will be launched into space later in spring 2016.
The acclaimed teachers' coding MOOC to continue
The restructured course has four lines of study and makes use of the learning platforms developed at Aalto and is suitable for mass courses.
