FinnCERES Novel Openings 2020 call

The total funding in this call is €300k + €300k (Aalto + VTT). Expected that 2-3 projects will be funded, with a total funding of €100-150k per partner.
The thematic areas for 2020 call are:
1. (Bio)degradation and recyclability of bio-based polymers or bioproducts
2. Carbon materials and biochars
3. Disruptive methods to enhance the strength of fibers and fiber structures
4. Biocomposite solutions
Please find further information on the .
Additionally, to simplify co-partnering between Aalto and VTT, we have opened a Teams workspace to serve as a discussion forum. In case you don’t yet have access to Eduuni or Teams space, please contact info@finnceres.fi.
Deadline: The project proposals must be submitted to info (at) finnceres.fi by 3.5.2020 at 12.00.
For questions, please send a note to Stina Grönqvist or Jukka Hassinen, our FinnCERES Flagship Managers
(stina.gronqvist@vtt.fi, jukka.hassinen@aalto.fi)
Read more news

Time crystals could power future quantum computers
A time crystal, a long-life quantum system approaching perpetual motion, has been hooked up to its environment for the first time, unlocking an intriguing way to increase quantum computational and sensing power.
Glitch artwork challenges to see art in a different light
Laura Könönen's sculpture was unveiled on 14 October at the Otaniemi campus.
Nanoparticles in Functional Textiles
Dr. Md. Reazuddin Repon, Postdoctoral Researcher at the Textile Chemistry Group, Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems, Aalto University, has contributed as an editor to a newly published academic volume titled “Nanoparticles Integrated Functional Textiles”.