Research news
This is what a more sustainable world looks like: Wood-based glitter, electric-powered boats and printed solar cells
The Aalto University Designs for a Cooler Planet event will showcase inspiring future scenarios during this coming September. The exhibition aims to show that collaboration between designers, researchers and stakeholders will lead to better solutions for people and the environment.
Funding from the Academy of Finland for research projects in biosciences, health and society
The funding granted ʵ's six Academy Projects and one clinical researcher post totals 2.3 million euros.
Four corona-related projects received special funding from the Academy of Finland
The projects study the coronavirus, the pandemic and its effects on society. The total amount granted to the four Aalto projects is 730 000 euros.
Modelling confirms: Isolating the ill and prioritising remote work are key strategies in combating the coronavirus
Researchers emphasise that longer indoor exposure times and closer proximity to others bring greater risk of infection. Avoiding overlapping shifts and a good ventilation can improve workplace safety.
Research Services provides regular training on research data management
Twice a year, the research services of Aalto University organize a set of trainings, which lead the participants into the wonderful world of data management.
Nine new Academy Research Fellows and 18 Postdoctoral Researchers
The research posts funded by the Academy of Finland strengthen the university's research by 8.6 million euros.
How about visiting the National Museum from the comfort of your sofa – on a flying carpet?
Virtual cultural experiences can be enjoyed anywhere and at any time. They also increase the overall consumption of culture, say the pioneers of 3D virtualisation.
Researchers are highlighting the need for avoiding any gatherings to reduce the risk of the coronavirus spreading during May Day celebrations
Aerosol particles carrying the virus can remain in the air longer than was originally thought. Therefore, it is important to avoid get-togethers and minimize the duration of possible live encounters while maximizing the distance
Preparing for multiple scenarios in challenge-based online teaching
Experiences and thoughts on adaptability and online learning from Aalto University’s staff who manage challenge-based learning programs.
The age of digitalization and crises - how to navigate the unknown
Systemic problems call for changes, and this applies to higher education and research as well. The U-Create seminar discussed the limitations of our current university models and discussed alternative value systems, such as care.
DiCtion Uses Visual Data to Automate Construction Site Processes
Sensors and cameras on a digitalised construction site provide a huge amount of useful data. As a result, it’s becoming almost impossible to interpret that data manually. Aalto University is now looking for ways to automate the processing and use of construction data in the DiCtion research project.
Relying on “local food” is a distant dream for most of the world
A recent study from Aalto University shows that less than one-third of the world's population could currently meet their demand for food produced in their local vicinity
Anything but an ordinary greenhouse
A wood-structured windowless greenhouse consumes only half as much energy as a traditional glass greenhouse. In addition to producing food, Pasi Herranen’s invention could generate electricity and excess heat in the future.
Cutting-edge technology, 3D models and pioneers of open science
The scientific achievements of the Centre of Excellence in Laser Scanning Research (CoE-LaSR) have produced plenty of benefits with far reaching impact both commercially and societally.
Researchers modelling the spread of the coronavirus emphasise the importance of avoiding busy indoor spaces
A joint project carried out by four Finnish research organisations has studied the transport and spread of coronavirus through the air. Preliminary results indicate that aerosol particles carrying the virus can remain in the air longer than was originally thought, so it is important to avoid busy public indoor spaces. This also reduces the risk of droplet infection, which remains the main path of transmission for coronavirus.
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Finnish researchers join forces to investigate the airborne transmission of coronavirus
The project includes fluid dynamics physicists, virologists and biomedical engineering specialists. The researchers are using a supercomputer to carry out 3D modelling and believe that the first results will be obtained in the next few weeks.
Water knowledge has a central role in the mitigation of climate change
World Water Day 2020, on 22 March, is about water and climate change – and how the two are inextricably linked.
Academic results and international recognition developed favourably in 2019
Campus development took major steps and the School of Business relocated to the new building at the heart of Otaniemi campus.
Toro – El Señor Aalto – receives tenure in Dipoli
The concrete bull was gifted ʵ University management on Friday 6 March by Jouni Punkki, who serves as a professor of practice in the field of concrete technology.
