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Well moderated! Focus on growth and cryptocurrencies in the discussion between the President of the Republic and Aalto University students
Given a chance to step into big shoes was a show of confidence – and characteristic of Aalto University, says economics student Elina Rauvala, who moderated the event that paved the way for the upcoming Kultaranta Talks.
MFA identification mandatory for students
MFA (Multifactor Authentication) is a standard method for protecting cloud services. MFA identification will become mandatory for students during the spring. MFA is already in use by Aalto's staff. It offers better protection for user accounts because in addition to the user name and password, a potential attacker also needs access to the additional authentication method you specify.
Data is the new water: employees’ experiences of data use – part 2
Outi Elina Kansanen and Mikko Inkinen share their experiences of the opportunities and challenges related to data use.
Specialised networks to provide information security
We all know that any information shared on the internet is not necessarily private. However, specialised networks with mobile access would offer isolation from the internet, and therefore, better information security.
The need for satellite-independent navigation is growing
With the support of Saab, doctoral student Jouko Kinnari is researching how positioning would be possible without satellite positioning systems.
Disturbance in networks on Tuesday, 27 April 2021 at 12.33 – 13.10
In Aalto telecommunications network there were disturbances on Tuesday, 27 April at 12.33 – 13.10. Problem is fixed now.
A sport for gentleman thugs
Rugby is a tough contact sport that requires players to absorb constant hits while maintaining absolute trust in their teammates in every situation – not unlike research work.
Millimeter-wave technology is changing network connections
In addition to wireless data transmission, the technology helps to develop radars.
Why should people study cyber security?
Aalto University Professor Jarno Limnéll and student Jasu Vehtari explain what the most interesting aspects of cyber security are and why it is a useful subject to study.
Share your ideas for the Aalto University Equality Plan 2022–2024
How should we develop the equality, diversity and inclusion of the Aalto community? Member of Aalto community, please share your views on the Aalto.fi discussion by 7 June
ENRIO 2021 congress takes place online on 27-29 September
The main themes of the congress are research integrity in open science and EU data protection laws. Registration opens on 3 May.
Aalto University's image ranks number one among persons under 25
According to a survey conducted by Taloustutkimus, Aalto is also the best-known university in Finland and its degrees are valued by the labour market.
Professor Joni Pajarinen believes in the future potential of robotsÂ
In the future robots will work and learn independently, also with humans, and will no longer merely carry out programmed instructions.Â
The use of OodiHOPS will end on 30 April - study plans will be made in Sisu in the future
The use of WebOodi to draft personal study plans (HOPS) at Aalto University will end on 30 April 2021. All study plans will be made in Sisu from 1 May 2021.
A new travel and expense management system has been introduced
A new travel and expense management system has been introduced on 20 April
Track the key figures of the new strategy
All employees have access to the report view in Power BI, where they can track metrics in research, education, and impact, and see progress for the enablers of success.
Aalto awards 2021 – Propose nominees
Which person, team or act should be recognised as playing a role in our university’s success? Share your views by 4 May.
NEO go live next week
The new travel and expense management system NEO will be introduced at Aalto on 20 April.
President of the republic to discuss international economy with Aalto students
President Sauli Niinistö visited our campus as part of the Kultaranta Talks. Recording of the discussion is available in presidentti.fi/kultaranta, English subtitles forthcoming.
Our unÂwillÂingÂness to sacÂriÂfice comÂfort: 3 taÂboos preÂventÂing sustainable transÂformÂaÂtion
Why is it so difficult for us to change our current practices for more sustainable ones? Are there any explicit taboos that hinder decision-making? Sustainability Science Days, Finland’s largest event in sustainability science, addresses sustainability challenges, including both taboos and innovative ways of promoting sustainability.
