School news
‘I wanted to add the business dimension to chemical engineering and to understand how innovations are created’
Emilia Tognetty, who is working on her master's thesis, is investigating how industrial carbon dioxide can be commercially utilised.
Chemical engineering design project brings mutual benefit to companies and students
The Design project in chemical engineering lets groups of students draft a preliminary implementation plan on topics offered by companies collaborating in the course.
Record high number of applicants ÄûÃʵ¼º½ University’s master’s programmes
Applicants represent altogether 132 nationalities indicating strong worldwide interest
Retiring Professor Ari Jokilaakso: "Metallurgy is a hot topic"
Retiring Professor Ari Jokilaakso has had a distinguished career in metallurgy in Otaniemi and in industry.
Board reviewed our strategic direction and made decisions on financial matters
Board and Aalto Management Team had a joint discussion on the results of the University Preview prior to the board meeting
Dean's Christmas letter (Chem)
As the year is ending, I would like to share with you a couple of highlights of the year. We have carried out world-class research and teaching, which are our core tasks. Our students have continued building their competences in various fields of chemical engineering, material science, chemistry, and bio- and circular economy, learning skills that are much needed when stepping into working life.
Done – Move on Aalto computers to open-source fonts from licensed ones
Aalto University now uses, especially in graphic design, the open-source typefaces of Inter and Besley.
New heads of department at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering
Professor Rodrigo Serna has been appointed as Head of the Department and Professor Daniel Lindberg as Vice Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Metallurgy, starting in 2024.
Otaniemi campus area parking practices to be harmonised at the turn of the year
A pilot parking project will start on campus on 1 January 2024
Unite!’s Open Science and Innovation Handbook - a practical guide for researchers
A practical guide for researchers, R&I services, and university managers to transition from modern to open science.
Aalto researchers accelerating the green transition in ABB-led programme’s projects
The Green Electrification 2035 programme aims to develop solutions for the green transition.
Chem Awards 2023 have been chosen
The School of Chemical Engineering rewards outstanding individuals and teams during the year. This year, we placed special emphasis on supporting our school's core functions.
Are digital services and digitality always green?
A new course focusing on sustainable ICT development is open through Fitech to anyone interested in the subject. The course starts in January 2024, register soon.
Tanja Kallio: Boosting the hydrogen revolution
Researchers are working to develop an electrocatalyst that does not require noble metals
Laura Aalto: It means a lot to be seen and heard
'I remember how much it meant to have the opportunity to teach. People believed in me as a professional, and I was seen and heard. I succeeded despite being nervous. This organisation saw my potential.'
President’s letter 7 December – Our strength as a community has always been coming together
‘It is crucial that everyone can work and study safely regardless of their background, religion or political views’, says Ilkka Niemelä
Unlocking the mysteries of super black materials: A novel wood-based solution
FinnCERES, black, carbon. There are certain phenomena that continue to captivate the minds of scientists, artists, and the general public alike. One such phenomenon is the enigmatic world of super black materials.
Revised language guidelines support multilingualism
Implementation plan to be finalised by year’s end
Opening hours of campus buildings at the turn of the year 2023-2024
Buildings on the Otaniemi campus and in Töölö have reduced opening hours at the turn of the year 2023-24.
Janne Naapuri, PhD, received the Gustaf Komppa Dissertation Prize
Gust. Kompa Dissertation Prize 2023 of the Finnish Chemical Society was awarded to Janne Naapuri, PhD, from Aalto University and Jussi Isokuortti, PhD, from Tampere University of Technology.
