Bio-based coating for wood outperforms traditional synthetic options
Researchers turn a non-toxic residue into wood coating that resists abrasion-, stain-, and sunlight.
Alexander Henn received the Finnish Natural Resources Research Foundation's Doctoral Dissertation Award
Alexander Henn developed two new applications for lignin that create opportunities for value creation from forest industry by-streams. The research promotes the use of the added value of Finnish wood material in accordance with the principles of the bio- and circular economy.
Alexander Henn wins the Marcus Wallenberg Young Scientists Competition
The Marcus Wallenberg Foundation organises an annual event for young researchers to promote collaboration, inspire research and create networking opportunities.
Eco-glue can replace harmful adhesives in wood construction
A fast and energy-efficient manufacturing process results in a strong, non-toxic and fire-resistant adhesive—and a great opportunity for the Finnish bioeconomy.
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Postdoctoral researcher Bayan Karimi wins 2025 Young Scientist Prize
The prize is the 2025 IUPAP Young Scientist Prize for the Commission on Low Temperature Physics (C5).
Certificate in Advanced LCA Simulation
A new AaltoEE course (funded by EIT RawMaterials) developed together with Aalto University, Metso, Université de Bordeaux, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and TU Bergakademie Freiberg.
TUM + Aalto SGT summer course explores economic land dynamics in West-Africa through innovative simulation
The summer course offered a dynamic simulation on land economics tailored for West African countries: Liberia, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Togo, and Benin.