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Aalto University continues to attract more students from across the globe
Aalto’s world-class programmes and thriving student community receive over 6 600 applications.
VisiLean aims to accelerate construction by improving information flow
Research at Aalto University led to the founding of VisiLean, whose digital solution has found interest among international construction firms.
Finnish fashion showcase event, Fashion in Helsinki, receives state export subsidy
Event among five cultural export projects funded by Finland’s Ministry of Education and Culture.
The preparation of a living strategy launched
Almost 330 Aalto community members brought up their views for the preparation of the new strategy in the kick-off event on 24 January. The event was attended by both staff and students.
Ladimo develops smarter machine vision
Ladimo's technology enables the creation of accurate, real-time 3D models of the environment. These models give sight to machines.
Voyage to Antarctica: From Penguin Bukta to Larsen C
Part 2 of 3. Lu Liangliang reports from the Antarctic at the beginning of the new year.
Dim light from far-away galaxies deserves a second look
Radio waves are being picked up from galaxies long considered to be silent. What’s up?
Tuomas Auvinen appointed Dean of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Auvinen's five-year term begins in March 2019.
Mikko Kosonen appointed Chair of the Aalto University Board
Susanna Pettersson was appointed Vice Chair.
Aalto University and South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences engage in strategic collaboration
The objective is to increase the number of flexible study paths and to contribute to the emergence of innovations.
Tomorrow's filmmakers supported by Suomi-Filmi Ltd. donation
Suomi-Filmi Ltd. has made a donation ÄûÃʵ¼º½ University School of Arts, Design and Architecture as part of its 100th anniversary celebration.
Aalto University is a founding partner of two new EIT Innovation communities
EIT Manufacturing and EIT Urban Mobility aim to make a sustainable and competitive society.
Aalto University and Singapore University of Technology and Design enter broad collaboration agreement
The collaboration will increase student exchanges, boost staff and faculty mobility, and advance innovation and entrepreneurship
Decorations on the Independence Day 2018
The President of Finland Sauli Niinistö grants decorations ÄûÃʵ¼º½ University employees on the Finnish Independence Day 6 December.
Janne Laine appointed as Vice President for Innovation
The five-year term of office will start on 1 January 2019. The position is new.
Assistant Professor Matti Kummu secures €2 million ERC grant to explore sustainable ways to meet the growing food demand
The main aim is to assess globally what are the feasible opportunities to meet the future food demand with sustainable use of natural resources.
New cooperative project develops problem-based learning in South Asia
A project coordinated by Aalto Global Impact will strengthen the capacity of universities to take hold of global development challenges.
New Children’s Hospital to feature birdsong and whooshing stars
The soothing soundscape designed for the new hospital was the first of its kind in Finland and unique in the world.
Suvi Laitinen and Lena Maula win Millennium Youth Prize by outlining a solution to Alzheimer disease treatment
Suvi Laitinen and Lena Maula win Millennium Youth Prize by outlining a solution to Alzheimer disease treatment. The competing innovators, aged 14-18, rose to the challenge of creating innovations in health technology and sustainable energy.
Coders to take over Aalto University at Europe’s biggest hackathon
Aalto University’s main building will host Junction on 23–25 November, when coders from around the world will tackle industry-set challenges.
