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Nominate someone for the School of Science awards 2019
The deadline is approaching for the 2019 awards, so get nominating!
Novel technology allows more accurate measurement of brain activity
Innovative sensors that allow detection of the brain’s magnetic field from right on the scalp could enable more precise measuring of brain activity
What if quantum computing could cut all car pollution?
Quantum computing reduces processing times from millions of years to mere seconds, compared to the fastest supercomputer. IQM is turning this remarkable fact into a scale-able reality
Helsinki becomes the epicentre of the European Quantum Flagship event
On October 17-18th, over 250 European quantum experts gathered in Helsinki to discuss the present and future of quantum technologies.
Researchers watch quantum knots untie
After first reporting the existence of quantum knots, Aalto University & Amherst College researchers now report how the knots behave
Helsinki becomes the Quantum epicentre
Quantum experts gather this week in Helsinki, to review the progress of European Quantum Technologies and future potential initiatives and programs
Graphene substrate improves the conductivity of carbon nanotube network
Scientists at Aalto University, Finland, and the University of Vienna, Austria, have combined graphene and single-walled carbon nanotubes into a transparent hybrid material with conductivity higher than either component exhibits separately.
Radiation detector with the lowest noise in the world boosts quantum work
The nanoscale radiation detector is a hundred times faster than its predecessors, and can function without interruption
From quantum gateways to super-refrigerators – the quantum technology revolution arrives in Otaniemi
An exhibition uncovering the secrets of quantum technology is opening on 17 October as part of the quantum technology summit
Shaking up Tech brings hundreds of female students together to explore technology
Showcasing technologies ranging from spider silk stretching to VR trips through space and talks from inspiring speakers, the event made it clear that technology is for everyone.
Over one million euros in grants from the Wihuri Foundation
The Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation grants were awarded to 41 individuals or teams in Aalto University.
How to create things that don’t exist
The newest theoretical physics professor at Aalto calculates what we need to do to create electronic states that can’t otherwise exist in nature, and how we can harness them for quantum computing
European quantum experts meet in Helsinki to review the progress of quantum technologies and set future strategies
Organised by the Finnish Presidency, Aalto University, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, the Academy of Finland, and the Quantum Flagship, the event will take place on October 17-18. Representatives from the quantum technology communities will review present accomplishments within the field as well as establish future visions and strategic goals to position the region as a leader in the field. The first day will conclude with a panel discussion on policy topics, focusing on establishing a European infrastructure on Quantum Technologies.
From space technology to spider silk and the bio-economy – over 2 000 women and girls gather for three different technology events
Technology companies will need more than 53 000 new experts in the next few years. We are holding 'Shaking up Tech' for high school students, 'Girls' Day' for upper comprehensive school students in Heureka, and 'Women in Tech' for technical professionals: three events that highlight the many possibilities in the field of technology and introduce role models.
Quantum Technology Research Lectures
Explore the different areas of research taking place across the Quantum Technology Finland centre of excellence
Pavlov's classical conditioning inspires materials scientists
Concepts of experimental psychology replicated in smart materials
Two unique exhibitions by Aalto University at the Oodi Library to experience and play
The Finnish EU presidency is now in full swing and for September (when the EU level AV conference will take place), Aalto is offering two very different exhibitions to be on display at the Oodi library in Helsinki.
SCI Teacher Services; new people have started
New Pedagogical Specialist Miia Forstén started in spring 2019 and Digi-peda Specialist Hannu Tiitu started a few weeks ago.
Aalto quantum computing spinout secures €11.45m in funding
IQM hopes to commercialise groundbreaking research from Aalto and VTT
Ten new doctoral training projects exploring quantum technology in novel ways
The projects focus on scientific, technological, business and/or artistic ideas
