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Funding to research project focusing on biotechnological CO2 valorization
Professor Silvan Scheller and Professor Paula Jouhten from the School of Chemical Engineering have received 1 081 000 euro funding from the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation.
Apply for seed funding to create collaborative activities with students from other Unite! universities
Get up to 20 000 Euros for a collaborative project.
5 things for decision makers to know about quantum technology in Finland
FQF Director Peter Liljeroth & InstituteQ Director Jukka Pekola discuss Finland's quantum tech landscape.
Apply for Unite! Seed Fund to foster collaborative teaching, research and student activities
Financial boost for collaborative ideas from teachers, researchers and students across the Unite! alliance of nine European universities. Apply now!
50 years of discovery through the measurements made at Metsähovi Radio Observatory
Aalto University’s Metsähovi Radio Observatory has played an important role in the development of Finnish radio astronomy.
Space experts gather in Otaniemi
The annual Winter Satellite Workshop has expanded one of the largest New Space meetings in Finland, Scandinavia and the Baltic countries.
WiT Talks - where theory meets practice, and dialogue meets impact
In a world where crises are becoming increasingly complex and interlinked, the need for transformative conversations and actionable solutions for global sustainability and resilience is paramount. In response to this pressing demand, WiT Talks emerges as a dynamic entity that transcends the boundaries of traditional discourse.
WiT Talks is a WiTLAB-led initiative at Aalto University that stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift. We recognise the urgency of uniting passionate academics and researchers, forward-thinking practitioners, NGOs, community activists, and visionary policymakers in an environment where silos are dismantled and collaboration reigns supreme. The talks are designed to be the nexus where the realms of theory and practice converge, birthing novel insights and actionable strategies that have the power to reshape the future. These discussions are global, inclusive, and cross-cutting, fostering an innovative blend of perspectives. Through WiT Talks events and activities, we foster collaborations, enabling participants to translate discussions into tangible, real-world actions.
Welcome to a realm where conversations are catalysts for action, and every voice, every idea, and every contribution matters.
WiT Talks is a WiTLAB-led initiative at Aalto University that stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift. We recognise the urgency of uniting passionate academics and researchers, forward-thinking practitioners, NGOs, community activists, and visionary policymakers in an environment where silos are dismantled and collaboration reigns supreme. The talks are designed to be the nexus where the realms of theory and practice converge, birthing novel insights and actionable strategies that have the power to reshape the future. These discussions are global, inclusive, and cross-cutting, fostering an innovative blend of perspectives. Through WiT Talks events and activities, we foster collaborations, enabling participants to translate discussions into tangible, real-world actions.
Welcome to a realm where conversations are catalysts for action, and every voice, every idea, and every contribution matters.
Panel discussion 'Humanitarian approach in the changing world' by Aalto WiT Programme, RLabs Tanzania and Finn Church Aid
Join us for an engaging panel discussion where we will explore the evolving landscape of humanitarian efforts with the challenges and opportunities it presents. Our panelists will address key questions shaping the future of the field in an insightful and thought-provoking discussion, offering a glimpse into the future of humanitarian work and the collaborative strategies necessary for positive change.
Nominate recipients for the ARTS Annual Awards 2023
It is time to nominate your colleagues as recipients of the traditional ARTS Annual Awards.
Alum Jenni Kynnös: 'Meaningful work to me means the freedom to pursue my own vision and constant change'
Marketing alum Jenni Kynnös worked at her parents chocolate shop and in marketing agencies before accidentally becoming an entrepreneur.
Five things everyone needs to know about boosting the sustainable bioeconomy
Assistant Professor Luana Dessbesell explains what makes bioinnovation truly sustainable and how to avoid challenges that stalk growth entrepreneurs.
The winner and runners-up of Aalto University’s Open Science Award 2023
Research Steering Group decided on the winner of the Open Science Award 2023
‘I wanted to add the business dimension to chemical engineering and to understand how innovations are created’
Emilia Tognetty, who is working on her master's thesis, is investigating how industrial carbon dioxide can be commercially utilised.
Aalto Materials Digitalisation Platform (AMAD) – opening new possibilities for data sharing and collaboration between research groups
Read real-life examples of AMAD use by researchers.
Chemical engineering design project brings mutual benefit to companies and students
The Design project in chemical engineering lets groups of students draft a preliminary implementation plan on topics offered by companies collaborating in the course.
Five things everyone should know about cooling and ventilation
How do we keep our houses cool when summers are getting hotter? Is it worth using a natural ventilation system? Is air-conditioning the same as cooling? Professor Risto Kosonen offers some tips for managing indoor air temperature in your home.
Retiring Professor Ari Jokilaakso: "Metallurgy is a hot topic"
Retiring Professor Ari Jokilaakso has had a distinguished career in metallurgy in Otaniemi and in industry.
Aalto in 2023: The most water-repellent surface ever, breakthroughs in space, feeling the love and more
This year has been another feast of science and art at Aalto University
How machine learning can support atmospheric compound discovery
Read how machine learning can help identifying new compounds in atmosphere
Our five most read computer science stories of 2023
Researchers at the Department of Computer Science have explored new frontiers in computational social science, machine learning and various other subfields in 2023. Our readers were most interested in stories that dealt with love, information security and creativity. See the top five below.