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Design Inside brings design education to all Aalto students
Design offers tools and new perspectives that would not be found otherwise. . It can help make a difference in every field. That is why Aalto University wants all students to have access to design education.

Jokeri Light Rail excavation on Otaniementie to start in June
The excavation work on Otaniementie will start in June. Blasting will be carried out 1–3 times a day. The excavation work will last for approximately three months.

Modelling confirms: Isolating the ill and prioritising remote work are key strategies in combating the coronavirus
Researchers emphasise that longer indoor exposure times and closer proximity to others bring greater risk of infection. Avoiding overlapping shifts and a good ventilation can improve workplace safety.

Research Services provides regular training on research data management
Twice a year, the research services of Aalto University organize a set of trainings, which lead the participants into the wonderful world of data management.

Nine new Academy Research Fellows and 18 Postdoctoral Researchers
The research posts funded by the Academy of Finland strengthen the university's research by 8.6 million euros.

EIT Urban Mobility COVID-19 Crisis Response Call for Proposals 2020
DL: May 31, 2020;
Funding: up to 700 k€;
Project duration: Jul 1 - Dec 31, 2020
Funding: up to 700 k€;
Project duration: Jul 1 - Dec 31, 2020

Jokeri Light Rail construction on Otaniementie to continue in week 21
The construction of the light rail will continue on Otaniementie in May 2020 with the removal of topsoil and tree stumps.

EIT Climate-KIC Extraordinary Post COVID-19 Regeneration Call 2020
As part of EIT Climate-KIC own response to the pandemic, Climate-KIC launched our Extraordinary Post COVID-19 Regeneration Call 2020.

EIT Manufacturing Call for Proposals "Response to COVID-19 Crisis"
DL: May 31, 2020;
Funding: 300 - 500 k€;
Project duration: Jul 1 - Dec 31, 2020
Funding: 300 - 500 k€;
Project duration: Jul 1 - Dec 31, 2020

EIT Community COVID-19 pandemic response
The EIT Community’s response focuses, on the one hand, on the most vulnerable beneficiary groups affected by the crisis, i.e. students, entrepreneurs (start-ups and SMEs) and innovators.

Aalto University’s technology students celebrated Wappu remotely
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Wappu was not cancelled. This is how remote Wappu was celebrated in Otaniemi!

How about visiting the National Museum from the comfort of your sofa – on a flying carpet?
Virtual cultural experiences can be enjoyed anywhere and at any time. They also increase the overall consumption of culture, say the pioneers of 3D virtualisation.

Aalto prepares partial lifting of coronavirus restrictions
The existing policies and guidelines will remain in force until 13 May

Researchers are highlighting the need for avoiding any gatherings to reduce the risk of the coronavirus spreading during May Day celebrations
Aerosol particles carrying the virus can remain in the air longer than was originally thought. Therefore, it is important to avoid get-togethers and minimize the duration of possible live encounters while maximizing the distance

Universities decided on changes to spring student admissions
It is important that applicants keep preparing for the admissions and take care of their wellbeing. Their long-term preparations have not gone to waste.

Foundation for Finnish Inventions names new board chair
Juhani Talvela, Lic. Sc. (Tech.), has been appointed as the new chair of the Foundation for Finnish Inventions board. His predecessor continues as a member of the board.

Preparing for multiple scenarios in challenge-based online teaching
Experiences and thoughts on adaptability and online learning from Aalto University’s staff who manage challenge-based learning programs.

Nearly 500 members of the Aalto community participated in our virtual community event
A total of 1 021 comments were given on the four strategy themes - summaries of the comments published as attachment of this news article.

Aalto rises to 2nd place in responsible consumption in THE Impact Ranking
The University Impact Ranking by the Times Higher Education University assesses universities against the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Aalto University’s overall ranking was 47.
