Current news
Aalto University endowment returned 9.5% during first half of 2026
Endowment provides EUR 46 million funding to university operations in 2026.
Start using the new DPSP tool – attend support clinics in September
New digital DPSP tool for preparing and handling doctoral personal study plans available for all doctoral students in MyStudies.
TUM + Aalto SGT summer course brings participants closer to the complexities of governing West African countries through interactive simulation
Returning for a second consecutive year, the TUM (Technical University of Munich) + SGT summer course was hosted at Aalto University on 3-5 June 2026. The three-day course brought together students and staff from different disciplines to explore political, economic, and environmental decision-making through an interactive simulation.
Prestigious Faraday Medal acknowledges circular economy trailblazer Mari Lundström
Among Professor Lundström’s innovations is a patented electrochemical method for recovering extremely low concentrations of metals from ores and recycled materials.
Want to meet the future of deep tech? NORDEEP at Dipoli, Sept 16–17, 2026
At NORDEEP, inventors and founders can connect with investors, and Aalto’s researchers can explore the deep tech startup world and connect with peers who have already ventured into it. Tickets are available for Aaltonians.
Emotions help explain why people click phishing emails
Researchers call for information security training to take emotions into account more effectively.
Space21 Newsletter #1
24 different projects. 3 community events. Films developed with coffee, doughnuts for economics, apocalyptic games. Welcome to the Space21 Newsletter #1.
Students: Book a personal guidance session for information searches through MyStudies
Do you want help with finding information, using source literature or starting your thesis? Library Services provides personalised guidance sessions for information searches. You can now conveniently book a guidance session through MyStudies.
It’s never too late for happiness – can you learn how to become happy in Finland?
Frank Steuer took the Happiness Science from Finland summer course at Aalto University Summer School to explore a topic he was already passionate about: combining happiness and self-development with both lifestyle and successful entrepreneurship.
UniSport services at Aalto University facilities in autumn 2026
UniSport services for students and staff
Would you like a small piece of future design history — shimmering wood?
Coming to the Aalto University Shop this September: a limited batch of 20 unique, handmade works by Shimber, crafted entirely from wood. Each piece is finished with Shimber’s wood‑based structural colour — a material that makes the surface shimmer and come alive with the light.
Take advantage of UniSport’s autumn campaign and explore the news
Autumn campaign and affordable membership for Aalto University students and staff!
Webinar Series: Unlocking the Potential of Neurodiversity in Education & Work
The webinar series consists of three webinars during autumn 2026, focusing on the neurodiversity in higher education and work life.
This English-language three-part webinar series explores how neurodiversity can be better understood and transformed into a strength for individuals, teams, and organizations.
This English-language three-part webinar series explores how neurodiversity can be better understood and transformed into a strength for individuals, teams, and organizations.
Panu Miettinen Explores the Journey from Research to Business
Introduced the R2B funding instrument.
’Learning doesn’t end with a degree’ – Heli Bergström fully embraced the AI transformation
Aalto University alum Heli Bergström aims to support the development of Aalto’s doctoral education through her legacy gift.
New AI helpers for Student Guide and applicants available on aalto.fi
New conversational AI features, Student Guide AI helper and Applicant’s AI helper, are available on aalto.fi for students and applicants. An updated version of the internal Chat with aalto.fi feature has also been released.
Aalto ARTS’s Eloseminaari event started the new academic year
The annual Eloseminaari event focused on reviewing and celebrating the work that has been done, meeting new professionals in the community and talking about the role of AI in society.
Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel explored quantum, space and ice research during their visit at Aalto University
The purpose of the visit on Friday 21 August 2026 was to enhance cooperation between Finland and Sweden in the areas of research, education and innovation.
Welcome to the Friends Program! Fall 2026
Want to make friends in Finland? If your answer is yes, then the Friends Program is perfect for you! We are looking for both Finnish and international students to join.
