Compostable wood foam replaces plastic in shoe insoles
Aalto University students develop prototype of durable wood-based insole – Finnish shoe company starts testing material on users this autumn
Home office at the summer cottage?
Read our expert tips on successful remote meetings and create a summer playlist from our podcast recommendations.
Opening in September: See you at Marsio!
Aalto University's brand new, open-to-all meeting place, Marsio offers events, experiences and ideas so fresh you can’t even Google them.
Spotlight
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Aalto University adds steps to reduce emissions
Aalto University has mapped key measures for reducing climate emissions in all areas of its operations. The greatest reductions will be in energy use and procurement.
Groundbreaking culturing technique reveals crucial mechanics of cancer
A novel cell culturing technique reveals the hidden biomechanics of breast cancer
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Aalto Welcome Fair 2024
Welcome, new students, to the Aalto Welcome Fair on 29th August 2024!
Aalto Day One 3.9.2024 (external link)
Let’s start the new academic year of Aalto University together!
Cybersecurity skills for Europeans
Learn to safely navigate in the digital world.
Welcome to Aalto University!
Bridging the gap between science and decision making
Our experts break down what we should know about current societal trends.
Five things policy-makers should know about improving health care
Tweaking the healthcare system won’t help if its structure provides the wrong incentives, says Paul Lillrank. The professor emeritus of industrial economics gives his views on what’s wrong with Finland’s healthcare system and what should be done about it.
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.
Five things to know about university impact
When you think about the powerhouses ensuring our societal and economical success, universities may not be the first thing to pop into mind. It's clear that a university's basic function is to provide education and advance scientific research, but what else is there?
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Explore our six schools
Scientific research and artistic activities are carried out at six schools and their departments and units.
School of Arts, Design and Architecture
One of the most prestigious universities in its fields. We educate our students to create imaginative, collaborative, compassionate and unconventional approaches to the most pressing challenges of today.
School of Engineering
Research, education and new solutions in the fields of mechanical engineering, civil engineering and built environment.
School of Business
We strive for better business and better society. We excel in education and research with a multidisciplinary approach and in collaboration with our partners.
School of Chemical Engineering
We combine natural sciences and engineering in a unique way.
School of Electrical Engineering
We are experts in systems science developing integrated solutions from care of the elderly to space robotics.
School of Science
Science for tomorrow’s technology, innovations and businesses
Campus - lively and thriving
Aalto University's campus in Otaniemi is a renewable and living environment for research, art, learning, entrepreneurship and housing. The campus area inspires people to collaborate, try out new ideas and innovate together.
Explore our vibrant innovation ecosystem
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Explore Aalto University’s campus from anywhere in the world! Our digital guides introduce you to our learning facilities, laboratories, workshops, service spots and outdoor spaces. Experience the tour on desktop, mobile or with VR headset.
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Studies and courses open to all
Lifewide Learning
Aalto University Lifewide Learning helps you develop your skills in an ever-changing environment.
Aalto University Open University
Open University courses are open to everyone regardless of background or age. Open University offers individual courses in Business, Technology, Languages, and Art and Design. Students are admitted to individual courses in the order of registration.
Aalto University Junior
Aalto University Junior is art, science, technology and entrepreneurship for children, young people and teachers - to support teaching, personal joy and a source of enthusiasm.
Information on Ukraine
Ukraine war
On this page, we will gather information on how Russia's invasion of Ukraine affects Aalto University’s operations.
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Research & Art
Our research focuses on seven key areas combining four core competences in the fields of ICT, materials, arts, design and business together with three grand challenges related to energy, living environment, and health.
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Join us in building a sustainable future! Together we can solve some of the toughest problems of our time.