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New open access agreement with The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Aalto University has signed a new open access agreement with ASME.
The first Tähtitiistai took place in Marsio – watch the recording of the event and join the next lectures!
The first Tähtitiistai was held on October 8 in the cinema of the Marsio building, the first lecture drew crowds in large numbers to the venue. Didn't get to follow the lecture? No worries! Watch the recording of the event online.
Aalto students embarked on the U!Train to explore green mobility
Three Aalto University students participated in the U!Train Blended Intensive Programme, a sustainable mobility course organised by the Unite! university alliance.
Aalto computer scientists in AIES 2024
Department of Computer Science paper accepted to the Conference on AI, Ethics and Society
A new eco-friendly method to modify cellulose for sustainable materials
Researchers at Aalto University have developed a method to modify cellulose, reducing toxic solvent use by over ten times compared to traditional methods. This innovation has potential applications in eco-friendly nanocomposites, cellulose-based membranes, and biomedical devices, supporting sustainable material development.
Vacant properties in Kouvola to be repurposed through circular economy
Aalto University students are seeking solutions to Kouvola city’s property challenges
The doctoral thesis encourages the integration of analytics into the company’s strategy
The management of analytics and the development of employees' analytics skills are needed to maximize the benefits derived from analytics
'It is just not possible' pushes mechanical engineering researchers towards more ambitious goals
Long-term cooperation and work in Valmet’s Veturi projects produce results for the needs of heavy industry.
Improve your language skills with the Unite! Language Tandems
Connect with colleagues across Unite! universities, practicing and improving your chosen language in dynamic, one-on-one sessions.
In the future Lammi manufactures only low-carbon products – research work behind the change
This autumn, Lammin Betoni switched to manufacturing only low-carbon concrete products. The move was preceded by an extensive national LOIKKA research project lasting more than two years.
Finnish technology going into outer space – aims to help protecting Earth from asteroid impacts
A hyperspectral camera ASPECT developed by VTT is on board the European Space Agency (ESA) space mission to test deflection technology of potentially hazardous asteroids. The University of Helsinki and Aalto University are responsible for data processing, equipment testing, and the scientific design of the mission. Kuva Space has designed the data processing unit of the hyperspectral camera, as well as life-support equipment for both of the CubeSats.
Students analysed brand positioning and developed a marketing analytics toolkit for Alma Media
Aalto University School of Business collaborated with Alma Media on a comprehensive project that delved deep into the brand positioning of Autotalli.com and Nettiauto
BIZ Success funding for three excellent projects
Assistant Professors Ciprian Domnisoru, Iiris Saittakari and Moritz Scherleitner are the owners of the funded research projects
New Read & Publish agreement with American Chemical Society
Aalto University has signed a new Read & Publish agreement with ACS.
Bio-based opacifiers offer solutions to cleaner environment
The CELLIGHT project, backed by approx. €1.3 million in funding from Business Finland, aims to develop cellulose-based alternatives to titanium dioxide (TiO2 ), a widely used whitener in paints, cosmetics, and coatings.
Major European funding for research into new quantum materials
New materials are hoped to become building blocks for yet unseen quantum devices
Unite! online course: How to work effectively in global virtual teams?
This course will enable you to establish relevant knowledge and communication skills to work effectively in Global Virtual Teams.
Teacher, are your students afraid of math? Help us understand math anxiety in STEM subjects
By participating, you can contribute to smoother transitions into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields and enhance onboarding processes at universities.
Seed funding available for student collaborations across Unite! partner universities
Get up to 20 000 Euros for a collaborative project.
Researchers develop first carbon-negative binder material - Significant impact on emissions from infra building
Researchers have developed a binder material that can replace carbon-intensive cement
