School news
Researchers developing safe and affordable way to produce antibodies with aim of global access to treatment
New method uses yeast to grow antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 and other viruses.
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
Battery parts can be recycled without crushing or melting
New recycling method replenishes lithium in electrodes while keeping existing structure intact – and performance is nearly as good as new ones
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.
Get to know us: Assistant professor Rodrigo Serna
Assistant professor Rodrigo Serna’s goal is to find new ways to produce sufficient raw materials for our modern society. Let’s hear more!
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.
Professor Maarit Karppinen has been invited to join an International Science Organisation
Maarit Karppinen has been invited as a member of the Belgian science organisation called Academy of Sciences (EURASC). The organisation has committees in different fields, of which the Chemistry Committee is one.
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.
Security and surveys
Do you know the quality of data protection in the survey-tool you use? Not all survey platforms/tools are equally secure.
The survey on the productisation potential of research results in Aalto University
Have you ever wondered what the real benefits of your research will be? Aalto Innovation Services strives to find You and help you with your goals. By responding to the survey below, you will give us your insight on the productisation and commercialisation of your research results.
Come and join the NEO travel and expense system training!
The new travel and expense management system NEO will be introduced at Aalto on 20 April. The Travel Team organizes three training webinars with the same content for all Aalto employees.
Nordic Biomaterials with CHEMARTS – Small steps for change are valuable
In the coming years, our material world will change dramatically. The overuse of existing raw materials cannot continue, and global consumption must decrease.
New quality award will be given to teams of top experts who change Aalto over the long term
The new ‘Aalto Pioneering Excellence Award’ highlights the importance of quality and excellence. The award can be applied or nominated annually by the end of May
