130 innovative ideas redesigning the future of education
DigiEduHack gathered more than 1700 participants solving 60 challenges simultaneously during 24 hours, in 21 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, South and North America.

New Wave, radical ideas and the rise of Finnish movies — 60 years of Finnish film education
In the autumn of 2019, we celebrate the Finnish film education reaching the mature age of 60 years. We can proudly take a look at our history and say that film education in Finland began among the first in Europe, several years before the other Nordic countries. Where did it all begin, where are we now and what will the future look like?

Ironing tunes
Technology can make an instrumentalist out of anyone. The brain loves music, but you need to be careful with the ears.

Design emissary
It is possible to cooperate with any and every person, Kari Korkman believes. The founder of Helsinki Design Week is inspired by brainstorming.

Better design
The new frontier in design is about finding ways to better serve the needs of the people. From building hospitals and libraries, to developing home-care services for the aging, the principles of design can be used to give everyone a voice.

Multiplayer bouncing exercise brings extra motivation
The game gives players an empowering experience using custom computer vision, movement exaggeration, and game design techniques.

Helsinki 2040: the future is full of hope!
Some 50 Aalto students from arts, technology and business backgrounds presented a promising vision for Helsinki in year 2040.

Aalto University presents six concepts on renewable biomaterials at Dutch Design Week
CHEMARTS exhibition showcases fascinating recyclable prototypes which are toxic-free, recyclable and don't release micro-plastics.

School as a Service concept received the Human City Design Award
The award recognizes the creation of a more sustainable community and environment.

From quantum gateways to super-refrigerators – the quantum technology revolution arrives in Otaniemi
An exhibition uncovering the secrets of quantum technology is opening on 17 October as part of the quantum technology summit

Part of Maarintie will be closed to vehicle traffic in October
Jokeri Light Rail will be built near the properties on Maarintie and at the intersection of Konemiehentie and Tietotie. As of June 2019, preparation work such as stabilization, and other works related to Jokeri Light Rail has been carried out on Maarintie.

Over one million euros in grants from the Wihuri Foundation
The Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation grants were awarded to 41 individuals or teams in Aalto University.

The work of landscape architects can be seen everywhere
For 30 years already, it has been possible to study in Finland to become a landscape architect. The Degree Programme in Landscape Architecture at Aalto University will be celebrating its thirtieth anniversary from 7 to 11 October 2019.

Join the front-runner research in artificial intelligence – come to the FCAI flagship community event
Have you ever wondered how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to benefit your own research? Do you wish to collaborate and create something new and exciting with top AI researchers? Do you want to know more about the flagship program of Academy of Finland?

Oscar winner Michaël Dudok de Wit teaches at Aalto’s new master’s programme in animation
A world-renowned animation director recently gave a master class where he shared his experiences and gave top-class industry tips.

Interested in teaching a University-Wide Art Studies course?
University-Wide Art Studies (UWAS) is looking for new courses for 2020-2022.

A new, natural wax coating makes garments water-resistant and breathable
Aalto University researchers have made a non-toxic coating solution with wax obtained from Brazilian palm tree leaves.

The university surveys the career pathways of its graduated students
The results will help the university to develop its teaching and will also affect its funding. This time, we ask master's graduates from year 2014 and doctoral graduates from 2016 to participate.

Strategy preparations proceed to the finalising stage
In October workshops, the strategic choices and emphasis points of identified development areas will be worked on. Participate – you can still make a difference!

Antti Ikonen and MA students in New Media to win Grand Prix in ISA2019
The soundscape design for Helsinki New Children’s Hospital has been awarded a Grand Prix in International Sound Awards 2019.
