Current news
Auroptic Medical wins at Slush
The startup that specializes in technology relating to biopsy samples won at the Slush Y Science competition.
A new algorithm increases the efficiency of quantum computers
Quantum computing is taking a new leap forward due to research that has proposed a scheme to reduce the number of calculations needed to read out data stored in the state of a quantum processor. This will make quantum computers more efficient, faster, and ultimately more sustainable.
‘Costume designers can add significant value to animated films’
I claim series: costume designer can have a key role in animations.
Dragons out! Kari Kakkonen employs fantasy to lead children into the world of software testing
A ground-breaking children’s book on software testing brought Aalto University alumnus Kari Kakkonen the EuroSTAR Software Testing Excellence Award.
University Board discusses challenges and outlook with Aalto community at annual event
The themes of the annual discussion forum between the community and the Board were well-being and the changing working life.
Professor Valeriy Vyatkin named IEEE Fellow
He is being recognised for contributions to software development methods and practices in industrial automation
Kone Foundation provides major funding for research into Finland's medieval wooden building heritage
Assistant Professor Panu Savolainen's research group receives 347 000 euros in funding.
New Media Master's Thesis presentations / Mon 13.12.2021
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Over €2 million awarded to the University of Helsinki and Aalto University for research identifying mechanisms of depression
A new collaborative project in neuroscience, which is being carried out by the University of Helsinki and Aalto University and which originates in the Multi-Channel Psych programme of the Wellcome Leap organisation, has received a grant of over €2 million for a period of three years.
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Dominic Stead: Cities that need less transport
Organizing our cities differently can help us to reduce the need for transport and encourage more walking and cycling. This can help to reduce many of the negative environmental and social impacts of transport, says Professor Stead in his installation lecture.
A theoretical surface study of a potential third generation solar cell material opens up prospects for more efficient solar energy conversion
A new article by the CEST group reveals atomic and electronic structure of perovskite material for future photovoltaic applications.
Kari Tammi appointed vice dean for impact at the School of Engineering
As the member of the Aalto University Impact Steering Group he will serve as the main link between the steering group and the management team of the School of Engineering.
Professor Valeriy Vyatkin becomes Vice-President for Technical Activities at IEEE Industrial Electronics Society
During his term, Professor Vyatkin hopes to create more synergies and cross-border interaction between the technical committees
Matti Kummu explores possibilities for a future sustainable for both man and nature
Aalto University's renowned researcher, Professor Matti Kummu, has risen to the 2021 Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researchers list. The list is based on the Web of Science database, which brings together the researchers with highly cited research papers. They are the true pioneers in their fields.
Early career award granted to Professor Jose Lado
Professor Jose Lado was awarded early career prize. The award recognizes the talents of exceptional young researchers who are making a significant contribution to their respective field of research. The runner-up prize was awarded to Prof. Lado by Deutsche Physikalische Gesellschaft and Institute of Physics through New Journal of Physics (NJP).
Everyone Included training by Sara Salmani available for Aalto community
How can inclusion build safety and belonginess in communities? What is the difference between equality and equity? What are privileges and biases and how can we recognize them? Everyone Included training by Sara Salmani available for Aalto community until the end of March, 2022.
Rakentajanaukio parking area to partly close temporarily
Half of the parking area will be closed during December 2021 due to the HSY water supply renovation site.
Apply for grants from the Fabian and Jaakko Ahvenainen Fund - deadline 31 January 2022
Grants will be admitted in recognition of studies completed either in the field of bridge engineering or in the field of structural engineering and building physics, or as support for postgraduate studies in these fields.
