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Next generation fuel cells based on semiconductor-ionic principle
An international research team with Aalto University participation has developed a novel semiconductor-ionic fuel cell. The scientific base of operation is based on charge separation processes from nano-particle level to the device level.
Henry Ford Trust and Aalto University to cooperate on smart traffic research
A networked traffic system offers possibilities to streamline traffic safety, mobility services, and traffic, especially in urban environments.
Quantum technology selected as an Academy of Finland Centre of Excellence
Aalto is also involved in the space and imaging centres of excellence.
Alumni Ambassador Sirpa Widomski: The studies in the School of Business have strengthened my abilities and self-confidence
Aalto University School of Business alumna Sirpa Widomski appreciates the broad expertise and networking opportunities granted for the students in the Aalto University.
Sweco and Aalto University to expand collaboration
The agreement enhances cooperation in the Master’s Programme in Building Technology.
WANTED: Smarter use of Health Data in reforming the Health Care processes
In Finland we will see the most exciting innovations taking place at the interaction of public and private sectors.
Laughter releases endorphins in the brain
The laughter-induced release of endorphins may be an important mechanism that supports the formation of social networks.
Innovation award for women goes to Professor Hele Savin
Professor Savin has developed an applied nanotechnology method for producing high-capacity solar cells with the help of “black silicon” that employs nanostructures.
Patrick Rinke appointed Visiting Professor - Honorary Fellow at TU Munich
The 2017 August-Wilhelm Scheer visiting professorship at Technical University Munich (TUM) has been awarded to physics professor Patrick Rinke.
Doctoral dissertation: One of the primary purposes of higher education is to reproduce capitalism
A closer link to a capitalist growth economy makes higher education ecologically unsustainable in its present form.
Diacor and Terveystalo to merge 1.6.2017 – Aalto’s health services unchanged
The occupational health care services and practicalities remain the same as now after the merger between Diacor and Terveystalo June 1, 2017.
Autodesk software update in June
Aalto IT Services will install new versions of Autodesk software in June.
Experiential spatial design for Youth Dreams Forum
Aalto University master’s students in spatial design created encouraging experiences for young people.
Frequency modulation accelerates the research of quantum technologies
In quantum devices, frequency modulation is utilized in controlling interactions.
Olli Ilpo Salonen’s “Wendy and the Refugee Neverland” will be in cinemas in July
The film got its start from course work and tells a story about a band that dreams of making it big.
Change the future, vote for the best science solution
Aalto is well represented in Helsinki Challenge where one of the finalists is chosen by a public vote. Join pitch nights at the University of Helsinki on 6–7 June.
SIGMONA project received the Celtic-Plus Excellence Award
The principle of a software-defined network developed in the project has been adopted as the base for the 5G mobile network.
The students’ inventiveness knows no bounds on the Electrical Workshop Course
Applying theory in practice through planning electronical devices is the priority of the course.
Challenging companies to manage water risks in their value chains
Aalto is one of the founding members of a Water Stewardship Commitment that challenges companies to identify the water risks in their value chains and to develop sustainable water use.
Final stages in Aalto University’s fundraising campaign reached
The campaign has exceeded its original target as 21.2 million euros have been raised.
