School news
Occupancy rate studies start on November
An occupancy rate study will be carried out in some of the campus buildings on November.
During weeks 46 and 48
14th to 18th November and 28th November to 2nd December
During weeks 46 and 48
14th to 18th November and 28th November to 2nd December
Good variety of ideas and questions about energy saving from the Aalto community
Our experts answer questions from the Aalto community
Virtual Reality in education - Workshop series to start
Are you interested in learning how to get extra visual boost on your teaching or getting that wow effect in demonstrating a special site or a location in your application?
Embodying quantum phenomenon, outdoor artwork Quantum Moss invites to take a break
The work visualises quantum physics through art and is next to the shopping centre A Bloc
Campus survey response time extended - answer, make a difference and win!
Towards the best campus experience in the world! Share your opinion about the campus: what works, and what needs further development. By leaving your contact information you can also win lunch for a week or other prizes that promote well-being.
Unite! European University Alliance starts its new era advancing a digital and green Europe
Unite! has closed its pilot phase and launched the new phase to implement sustainable, concrete and beneficial outputs advancing a digital and green Europe.
How is radical creativity understood at Aalto?
A study will explore how an ambiguously and ambitiously defined strategic focus affects organisational norms, identity and ways of working. Read the interview report or assign a workshop with your unit.
Seed funding call for major interdisciplinary research proposal planning is open
Aalto internal seed funding is targeted for the preparation of major interdisciplinary consortia proposals seeking funding from external funding agencies or industry. The internal funding call closes 17th of February 2023.
13 000 euros to the students' wellbeing - vote for the best idea!
Based on responses from students, vote for the best ideas to be realised on campus
Lignin nanoparticles: A sustainable recipe for combining cellulose with hydrophobic polymers for advanced applications
The Bioproduct Chemistry team at Aalto University have designed a sustainable method to produce strong and flexible cellulosic films that incredibly maintain their strength even when wet.
Quality together – Self-evaluation report for quality audit has been finalised
The report has been submitted to the audit committee.
CHEM Awards 2022: Nominate now!
Each year, the School of Chemical Engineering awards its members in teaching, research, services, and collaboration & impact. All proposals are warmly welcome!
School of Chemical Engineering’s equality, diversity and inclusion group is looking for volunteers for 2023–2024 – sign up now!
The EDI group would ideally be broadly representative of different departments, personnel groups and backgrounds.
Five Aalto subjects rank in top 100 globally
In the US News ranking by subject, Aalto's best performer was economics & business, placing 48th in the world
Quality together – Aalto Handbook updated and the Swedish site published
The hub offers information, guidelines, and instructions for Aalto personnel and students
Come meet occupational safety representatives and shop stewards at Wellbeing Desk
Is there something in occupational safety or occupational health that worries you? Do you have questions about your collective labor agreement or labor legislation? Come and talk to the Wellbeing Desk of the Aalto personnel - no appointment needed!
Jukka Niskanen has been appointed Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering
Jukka Niskanen (Ph.D) has been appointed five-year fixed term Assistant Professor position at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering as of 1 January 2023. The field of the professorship is Polymer Engineering
Nobody can make it alone in the circular economy - How can indicators solve the challenges of the circular economy?
The efficient use and exchange of information are considered fundamental aspects for the prosperity of ecosystems, being them natural or industrial. Consequently, data sharing becomes a requisite for successful circular economy models since, by definition, they require the collaborative interaction of various actors throughout the value chain of materials and products. However, there are significant data gaps that currently prevent the implementation of circular economy in practice.
Marita Niemelä appointed ÄûÃʵ¼º½ University Board
Andreas Mortensen to continue for a new three-year term
Biowastes converted into a sustainable material for sound absorption
Researchers at Aalto University are developing a way to convert biowaste into a new, sustainable sound-absorbing material. One of the intended outcomes for the research project is to create alternatives to mineral wool construction materials that are commonly used for sound absorption and thermal insulation.
