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Luana Dessbesell aims to translate bioproducts research into commercial success
Professor Luana Dessbesell works on bridging the gap between academia and industry. Her research group Sustainable Bioproducts Innovation is a multidisciplinary group of people who seek to support the development and commercialization of new forest-based innovations.
A new visual teamwork tool based on metaphors
A typical problem in teamwork is an imbalance in participation – a few team members are active but not everyone's voice is heard. The Visentools project uses visual tools and haptic feedback to make workshops and team meetings more participatory and meaningful. The project is funded by Business Finland and has been piloted since May.
The self-driving R-Bus, circling random routes, served as a mobile art installation
In August 2023, a smart bus project in Kalasatama challenged the traditional art installation format. An audio piece heard inside also created vibrant natural soundscapes in the midst of the city's infrastructure.
Information on promoting sustainable development goals included in course descriptions
Themes related to promoting sustainable development goals discussed on more than one-third of courses
Exchange Experiences from CHEM Students
Read articles about the exchange experiences of Aalto CHEM students here.
A need for nuance: three professors offer perspective through their research
Three newly tenured Aalto professors talk about the complexities of real-world research
Sustainable land-use and mobility policies in urban regions enhanced with Unite! seed funding
The project seeks to identify innovative approaches for bringing decision-making closer together in land-use and mobility policy and practice.
Research project turns waste into sound-absorbing solutions with biodegradable foam
Team plans expansion while adhering to circular economy principles
The Building 2030 wants to make Finland's construction industry the most reliable in the world
The Aalto Pioneering Excellence Award 2023 was awarded to the Building 2030 consortium, led by Olli Seppänen and Antti Peltokorven, which includes 21 companies.
Building up a European Open Science and Innovation University
The research work led by Rubén Vicente Sáez for the Unite! European University Alliance culminated with the final Open Science Policy Forum.
Apurva Ganoo has been appointed as a Lecturer in Entrepreneurship
The School of Business and the whole Aalto University will have a stronger focus on entrepreneurship
International student's journey of securing jobs in Finland
International Master's student Yijuan Wei shares her story of landing exciting jobs in Finland. With the help of Career Services and persistence in job seeking, she secured an internship in marketing and a summer job in service design.
Nessling Foundation's grants for four Aalto researchers
Four of the funded projects are at Aalto University School of Engineering. A total of 393 projects applied for funding.
Bicycle recycling is here again!
Bicycle recycling in Otaniemi is here again! The goal is to tidy up the bicycle parking areas in the area.
Thousands of students and over 100 employers at Aalto Talent Expo
The annual recruitment and contact event took over Otahalli at the beginning of November
Information networks brought Ruusu Kukkurainen and Ida Koponen together – podcast hosts talk openly about highs and lows of student life
Ida Koponen and Ruusu Kukkurainen host a podcast in which they share their experiences as university students.
The class of 1983 gathered to celebrate their 40th anniversary since starting their studies at the School of Business
The Class of 1983 celebrated their 40th anniversary since starting their studies. The celebration began in Otaniemi at the new School of Business facilities with some welcoming toasts, and the evening continued nostalgically on Runeberginkatu at Restaurant Töölö.
Koos Zevenhoven: The scientific world doesn't know this kind of unusual path very well
'There have also been PhD students in my group, and I haven’t been able to officially act as their advisor. Some of my students have finished their PhD before me.'
The first Customized student business projects were completed 30 years ago
The School of Business has long been engaged in diverse business collaboration, such as customized projects.
