School news
Five things to see at Designs for a Cooler Planet: Evolving colours, wood glitter and garments with a history
Open until 12 October 2022, Designs for a Cooler Planet is an annual exhibit showcasing bold designs that approach sustainability from avenues including fashion, food and materials.
Answer the University Preview 2022 survey
Give input ÄûÃʵ¼º½ University’s living strategy process by sharing observations of any global trends you have noticed by 30 September.
Space utilization rate pilot has started
Space utilization rates on Otaniemi campus will be researched during autumn 2022.
Quality together – Audit team for the quality audit appointed
The four-member audit team to visit Aalto University in January.
A sunny Family Day attracted more than a thousand visitors on campus
Aalto University Family Day on 10th of September gathered several Aalto families on campus to enjoy a sunny day with science and art presentations and activities, that were organized for all ages. The versatile program was particularly praised in the feedback.
Renewing employees’ computers is changing – new model extended to all schools at Aalto University in stages in October 2022
Aalto University's new lifecycle management model for workstations will extend to all of Aalto University in stages during autumn 2022.
You are responsible for cyber security – make sure your skills and knowledge are up to it with training
Have you already participated in the new cyber security trainings? Read more to see why you should attend.
A sustainable future needs innovative start-ups
As part of this year’s Estoril Conferences, Aalto University School of Business organised a panel discussion on the topic of ‘Technology through start-ups for a more sustainable business’
Travelers - check our the travel instructions
We have compiled important information on this page about travel reservations, expense reports, credit cards and other things related to travelling.
Apply now to the Unite! Winter School on Biomass Valorisation
The Unite! university alliance's Winter School will focus on biomass valorisation. It is held on 6-10 February, 2023 in Grenoble, France.
Aalto University continues to offer study rights without fees to Ukraine’s university students
Application for courses and study modules is open until 30 August 2024.
Aalto Day One photos and recording published
A crowd of more than a thousand members of Aalto community followed the opening of the academic year, and the Aalto Party made a long-awaited comeback
President’s letter 8 September – Our shared campus is finally our main work and study location
'I consider meeting people and doing things together to be very important for our quality of work, for innovation, and for the community’s well-being,' says Ilkka Niemelä.
Members of Aalto community awarded for their great work
The opening of the academic year celebrated heroes of research, teaching and community building
President Ilkka Niemelä: 'Investments in universities is the best solution to address the shortage of experts'
Chair of the Aalto University Student Union Otto Usvajärvi also spoke at the opening of the academic year. The ceremony was held online.
Jukka Seppälä appointed Aalto Distinguished Professor
Seppälä specialises in polymer engineering especially in biopolymers. They are needed as alternatives for conventional plastics, and they can be new functional materials both in engineering and in medical applications.
An eco-filling to replace down
A hundred years ago, cattail fluff was used as life vest filling – now a Finnish company wants the eco-friendly material for pillows and winter coats.
Learn How to Properly Manage Research Data
We offer free training in research data management and open science. Register now!
The MMD research group is mapping the spaces between disciplines
The Multifunctional Materials Design research group (MMD) led by professor Jaana Vapaavuori focuses on experimental studies of soft materials, as well as inorganic-organic hybrids. The group’s ultimate goal is to combine multiple functionalities in the same material. Central to the group’s success are their efforts to stay open to ideas outside their own field, as well as the academic community itself.
