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Training in open research, including AI, ethics, data visualisation, and more – register now
New topics included! Registrations for autumn 2024 are open.

The weight of water – Finland is a powerhouse in water diplomacy
Experts explain how the scarcity of water impacts both global politics and the economy

Is there enough water in the land of a thousand lakes? True or false: three claims about drought risks in Finland
Drought is one of the world's most devastating natural disasters, and climate change is likely to increase and intensify droughts around the world.

Miloš Mladenović appointed Vice Dean for Research at the School of Engineering
The new Vice Dean began his term on 1 August.

Introducing four new professors at the School of Engineering
Professors of Practice Hannele Holttinen and Teemu Manderbacka and Assistant Professors Mikko Suominen and Risto Ojala were appointed to the career path of professors during January-June 2024.
Jani Romanoff to continue as Vice Dean for Education at the School of Engineering
Romanoff is an accomplished teacher and educational developer who enjoys working with others to find systemic solutions.

Unite! Seed Fund 2024 awards funding to 13 applications with Aalto's involvement
The Unite! Seed Fund aims to stimulate and support bottom-up proposals by teachers, researchers and students for collaborative activities.

Open Science and Research Summer Conference 2024 gathered open science experts from all over Finland
Over 90 participants attended in person and 90 listened in Zoom a range of presentations on artificial intelligence, legal and security issues and data management, alongside the latest news on open science activities in Finland. The event was organised by Aalto University, VTT and Open Science Coordination in Finland.

Publication Forum seeks new panellists for term 2025-2028
If you are interested in becoming a panel member of the Publication Forum (Julkaisufoorumi, Jufo), apply by 15.6.2024.

Aalto Open Science Award ceremony brought together Aaltonians to discuss open science
Last week we gathered at A Grid to celebrate the awardees of the Aalto Open Science Award 2023 and discuss open science matters with the Aalto community.

Join us for the first Aalto Open Science Award Ceremony
All Aaltonians are welcome – no registration required!

Understanding climate warming impacts on carbon release from the tundra
Tundras could transform from carbon sinks into a carbon source, exacerbating the effects of climate change
Open Science and Research Summer Conference 2024 will be hosted by Aalto University
Open Science and Research Summer Conference 2024 will be held at Aalto University’s Otaniemi campus and in Zoom 3.–4.6.2024. Please register by May 3.

Even Finland should be concerned about droughts
Though the risk is still low, recent droughts in Finland have had a serious impact – and they will be more common

School of Engineering seeks new vice dean for research
The School of Engineering is looking for vice dean for research, for a term beginning on 1 August 2024.

Aalto Open Science Award Honorary Mention 2023 – Professor Riikka Puurunen leads by example to foster sustainable open science
We interviewed professor Riikka Puurunen, head of Catalysis research group at the School of Chemical Engineering, who received an honorary mention in the first Aalto Open Science Award.

Aalto Open Science Award Third Place Awardee 2023 – Intelligent Robotics Research Group with the Robotic Manipulation of Deformable Objects project
We interviewed the Intelligent Robotics Research Group with the Robotic Manipulation of Deformable Objects project, 3rd place awardees of the first Aalto Open Science Award.

A view of 2023 and cheers for its highlights at ENG Awards Gala
The annual Dean's Awards recognised worthy efforts in research, education, impact, and service.

Humans have driven the Earth’s freshwater cycle out of its stable state
New analysis shows that the global freshwater cycle has shifted far beyond pre-industrial conditions

Aalto Open Science Award Winner 2023 – Aalto Materials Digitalization Platform (AMAD)
We interviewed the AMAD team, winners of the first Aalto Open Science Award.
