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An atomic-scale window into superconductivity paves the way for new quantum materials
Researchers have demonstrated a new technique to measure the quantum excitations in superconducting materials with atomic precision for the first time. Detecting these excitations is an important step towards understand exotic superconductors, which could help us improve quantum computers and perhaps even pave the way towards room-temperature superconductors.
A new research project is the first to investigate whether discrimination based on ethnicity occurs in the Finnish mortgage market
In the United States, for example, citizens from ethnic minorities pay more for their mortgages than others, even if there are no differences in creditworthiness. Furthermore, minority members’ loan applications are rejected more often – even when the decision is made by an algorithm. According to the researcher in charge of the new project, corresponding discrimination would, in the Finnish setting, cause economic inequality with long-term impacts
Panu Mustakallio has been appointed Professor of Practice in HVAC Technology
'Teaching is a great opportunity to transfer industrial knowledge to students and show how theory is put into practice.'
Ruka, Pyhä, Aava, Pikkujätti – Kari Jussi Aho and his siblings are the second generation steering their family business
‘Ownership should be everyone's business and on everyone's agenda’
Five-year funding granted for digitalisation in water research
The DigiVesi project enables a significant leap in information management and programming expertise for all Finnish water engineering while also reinforcing the sector's international competitiveness.
Dance school Attitude Helsinki opens a studio in A Bloc
The new studio of the dance school Attitude Helsinki will start operating on the second floor of shopping center A Bloc on 15 August 2022.
Ceremony week panel discussions envision the future of research
Join us to hear the views of new honorary doctors on future technology trends. You can also watch the live stream.
Making colours out of gold and DNA
Gold nanoparticles are arranged by custom DNA molecules to produce colours
2022 TUTA Awards granted for outstanding performance
Frank Martela, Mikko Heiskanen, Niina Nurmi, Robin Gustafsson and Timo Seppälä were recognized for their outstanding performance with Tuta Awards.
Aalto University has joined the national Students on the Move programme
The aim is to develop activities that encourage increased physical activity and reduced sitting
For Planet. For People. For Peace.
Estoril Conferences 2022: An International platform for a global dialogue towards a more inclusive and sustainable world
New semantic portal gives meaning to parliamentary data
Researchers have amassed every speech ever held in the Finnish parliament into a semantic portal called ParliamentSampo to help journalists, researchers and the public to understand and oversee democracy
Student Stian Kroken enjoys the Finnish sauna culture and Aalto's diverse course selection
Stian studies Electrical Power and Energy Engineering and he has extended his studies to a double degree with the Reykjavik University in Iceland.
Half of women graduating into film and TV disappear from the industry – a research team explored how to solve the gender paradox
A respectful and open management culture, pay equity and education are key to increasing gender equality and tackling talent shortages.
Aalto University's Näytös22 brings a world-class fashion show to audiences online
Aalto University's annual student fashion show, Näytös22, is presented as a runway video broadcast online. The young designers' collections will be unveiled on Thursday 2 June 2022 at 5 p.m. CET (7 p.m. GMT+3) at the website aalto.fashion
Can women be leaders?
A column published in the business students' magazine Kylteri describes disdainful attitudes towards female students at the School of Business, even though Aalto has zero tolerance for inappropriate behaviour. What is the situation regarding equality in the School of Business and how could it be improved?
We’ve been seen! The future of Finnish cinema on display at SuomiAreena in Pori
Welcome to a non-stop screening of Aalto University's award-winning student films at the Pori Art Museum on Tuesday 12 July 2022!
Closer cooperation between Aalto and ABB Marine & Ports
ABB Marine & Ports and their equipment supplier Typhoon HIL are donating six simulators for researcher and student use.
A student duo helped Pohjola Insurance map the preconditions for a digital insurance sales channel
The study focused on the needs of small business customers, for which the students sought fluid solutions from around the world.
Finnish Business School Graduates donates EUR 160,000 to the School of Business
The donation is targeted to diversifying the competence in business studies and the continuous development of the branch of science
