Cloud empires: Mapping the geopolitics of data infrastructures
The trend towards hyperscale cloud infrastructures is creating powerful global gatekeepers of computational capability. We must understand the geopolitical implications.
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.
Aalto AI Assistant and an extensive AI service guidance has been published
Aalto AI Assistant, our own ChatGPT, is now published for the whole Aalto personnel. Similar service is planned for students as well, in early fall 2024. Also, check out the new extensive guidance pages regarding Aalto's internal AI services, as well as list of AI projects and AI services' roadmap.
Aalto University Summer School receives a record amount of 803 applications for summer 2024
The application period for Aalto University Summer School concluded on May 31st, 2024.
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.
Murata mentors international students in the International Talent Program
The Aalto International Talent Program brings together international students and companies. Murata has been involved since 2021 mentoring over 60 international students.
New book tells the story of the birth of Aalto University
"Aalto. The birth of the University" outlines the extraordinary administrative-political-social process that led to the formation of Aalto University.
Diploma award ceremony 12.06.2024
The School of Chemical Engineering congratulates all the graduates of spring 2024!
Groundbreaking culturing technique reveals crucial mechanics of cancer
A novel cell culturing technique reveals the hidden biomechanics of breast cancer
Short breaks in Aalto network on 14 June at 7.30-12
Aalto University’s DHCP servers will be updated on 14.6.2024 at 7.30 -12.
Kiia Einola thinks that buildings should support the well-being of us all
Kiia Einola's study journey at Aalto University extends from bachelor's studies all the way to doctoral research. Summer job during her master's studies sparked Kiia's interest in smart building research. She is currently working on her doctoral dissertation in smart building services engineering by collaborating with Helvar, a company specializing in electrical engineering.
Board approved the financial plan 2025–2028 and had a campus tour
The Aalto University Board’s meeting was held on campus 10-11 June
New features available in course feedback tool in June 2024
New features in course feedback tool will be available after 17.6.2024 update. New features will develop the tool to be more user friendly.
Aalto computer scientists in CVPR 2024
Two papers from the Department of Computer Science were accepted to the Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Conference (CVPR).
American and Finnish universities collaborate to drive SDG advancement and innovation
American and Finnish universities collaborate on SDG innovation during a week-long training event, fostering global sustainability solutions.
Reetta Ranta: ‘I try to think about how to make the world a better place’
Alum story: Alum of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture believes that everything we do should involve ethical reflection.
Research: price tag counts more than long-term results when purchasing medical devices
A cost savings based bonus led procurement professionals to choose a cheaper device option over one with improved health outcomes but a higher price tag.
Seija Linnanmäki: ‘Climate change forces us to rethink air conditioning for comfort’
In our I claim series Seija Linnanmäki says that increasing cooling air conditioning cannot be the only solution to manage indoor climate.
Scope of doctoral studies changes to 30 ECTS
The number of credits required for a doctoral degree is reduced from 40 to 30 ECTS. The decision is in force from 1 August 2024.
Chat with aalto.fi – new feature for personnel is looking for your feedback
Brand new AI-powered feature now allows you to chat with aalto.fi. You can ask anything related to the content found on aalto.fi