Minna Halme: At first, sustainability wasn’t taken seriously
'I was told to do a doctoral thesis on a different topic if I want a job in the future.'
New research: Labeling carbon footprint affects the choices of mass catering customers – and the labeling method matters, too!
A recent study conducted in Germany shows that customers in a student canteen choose low-emission meals when presented with the carbon footprint of meals. This effect was strongest when the information was color-coded in a traffic-light scheme and translated into environmental costs in euros. According to one of the researchers, these findings could also be relevant for Finland, where mass catering is particularly popular.
Significant grants for science from the Finnish Cultural Foundation
A total of thirty individuals and research groups from Aalto University received grants from the Finnish Cultural Foundation for science and art. Professors Harri Lipsanen and Zhipei Sun and their team, were awarded a large grant to develop electronic components mimicking the structure and function of the human brain. Among the grantees is also Professor Mikko Alava, whose team is developing water-resistant foams as substitutes for plastic using AI-based methods.
Making creativity happen: new documentary shows how to foster a creative mindset
Companies and organisations can arrange screenings to encourage creativity and experimentation
Otaparkki parking fee will be reduced - further changes to parking on the Otaniemi campus
New changes will be implemented in mid-February
Students helped PwC respond to increasing competition in Tax and Legal Services market
PwC Finland utilises the results of the study in its own strategy work
Aalto granted 178 positions in doctoral education pilot
Most of the positions are in Finnish flagship programme areas
Students analysed the demand for K Group’s wellbeing services in three international markets
Customized student business project explored demand for K Group’s digital services related to wellbeing by analyzing market trends and consumer behavior
Open Educational Resources MOOC for teachers and students
Understand how to use materials with open licences in a copyright-compliant manner.
Alum Saara Niskanen: 'Apply for internships or summer jobs with an open mind'
International Business alum Saara Niskanen works as a journalist for Talouselämä magazine and enjoys the possibility to talk about things that have an impact on people's lives.
Student feedback about teaching and courses is important
The feedback received from the AllWell? survey is utilised when trying to improve the students' ability to study
What is radical creativity? The recent film offers various interpretations
The film "Radical Creatives" expands our understanding of creativity and explores Aalto's culture in a compelling way.
Pekka Korhonen in memoriam
Korhonen contributed to the excellence in research and internationalisation of the School of Business.
Professors of the School of Business influence the editorial boards of academic journals
Being invited to the editorial board of a journal demonstrates appreciation for a professor’s work
Scrap bikes given new life through ACRE and Helsinki Metropolitan Area Reuse Centre collaboration
This winter, a scrap bike collection was conducted in collaboration with Helsinki Metropolitan Area Reuse Centre Ltd. Several hundred bicycles were gathered from the Aalto University campus.
Unite! visiting professorship program offers 13 guest professor positions at TU Darmstadt
TuDa is looking for experienced postdocs as visiting professors.
Pekka Mattila in memoriam
Associate Professor Mattila was a respected executive coach who contributed ÄûÃʵ¼º½ University in many ways
Outcome-based business models are an opportunity for growth at ABB
Student team explored the ins and outs of outcome-based models
