News
AaltoSDG mobile application is closing by the end of the year 2021
The AaltoSDG mobile application is closing - we welcome feedback and ideas from users for new openings!
Hybrid way of working trial begins on 15.10. - Letter to the personnel 8 October 2021
Aalto University prepares to combine working remotely and from a flexible location as the national recommendation for remote working is lifted mid-October
IT Services utilizes agile practices in its daily work
Agile methods are particularly suitable for software development projects, as the benefits of a project can be seen early on when end users have access to the results of the project.
A decision analyst’s perspective on AI: With machines that make data-driven decisions, where do we need people?
Decision analysis is a field that develops analytical models for better decision-making. One interesting question is whether artificial intelligence can replace people as decision makers - and if, then under what circumstances.
Alumna Kati Ovaska: No one is ready after they graduate – the work itself teaches you more
I would argue that there is no better start to your career than being an associate in audit practice says Kati Ovaska who has had multiple work opportunities within the company after graduation. EY encourages people to take the steering wheel of their career: 'Your career, it’s yours to build'.
How to make teaching and learning in higher education safer and more inclusive? Listen to a podcast episode
In the fifth episode of the Future-led Learning podcast, ARTS teacher Kiia Beilinson and Aalto pedagogical specialist Sara Rönkkönen discuss inclusion and safer spaces in higher education.
Computer Science ranked 79th in Times Higher Education ranking
Engineering ranked 101-125 in the world
Idaliina Friman is the Young Designer of the Year 2021
The winning collection was created from recycled and surplus materials.
The policies and procedures for professors' tenure track and other academic positions have been revised
The policies and procedures for professors' tenure track and other academic positions have been revised.
Aalto ENG: ACRIS introduction and clinic
Introduction and clinic are available for ENG researchers in Zoom.
Aalto CHEM: ACRIS introduction and clinic
Introduction and clinic are available for CHEM researchers in Zoom.
Shopping centre A Blanc celebrates opening on Otaniemi campus
Designed by Alvar Aalto, the building previously known as Otaniemi’s old shopping centre, has a new name after the renovation and opened in the middle of the Aalto University campus
Finland’s cost competitiveness is poor, says Björn Wahlroos in Jaakko Honko lecture
The lecture that carries the name of Chancellor Jaakko Honko was held as a remote event this year.
New Media Master's Thesis presentations / Mon 11.10.2021
Welcome to follow New Media Master’s Thesis presentations!
Helsinki Brain & Mind utilises digitalisation and develops AI-based brain imaging analysis
In the coming years, the network in neuroscience research will focus its efforts on the development of digital solutions and innovations. The network’s new project, with a budget of over €880,000, has received substantial EU funding for the term 2021–2023.
Awards for Quality Teaching at the School of Electrical Engineering
The best courses and teacher of the year were rewarded at dean's coffee on 29 September 2021.
Aalto University endowment provides EUR 28 million funding to university operations in 2021
Donations made to the long-term development of Aalto University increase the university's endowment. The matching funding brought by the ongoing government matching funding campaign will further increase the university's impact.
Non-toxic technology extracts more gold from ore
Study shows new chloride-based process recovers 84% of gold compared to the 64% recovered with traditional methods
Sustainable investment is not enough to combat climate change
In their new book on sustainable investment, Professor Vesa Puttonen and Bachelor of Science Tatu Puttonen state that politicians cannot outsource their responsibility for combating climate change to asset managers and investors. The book has been published as part of the Aalto University publication series.
How can digital services promote health and well-being?
Aalto ITP collaborated with Siun Sote, the joint municipal authority for healthcare in North Karelia, to create a plan to promote online healthcare services. The main focus was on the online symptom checker OmaOlo: how could it be promoted and developed further.
