Micro-electronics and Digital and Autonomous Systems (MIDAS)
MIDAS is one of the three thematic infrastructures in the Aalto University's School of Electrical Engineering.
Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering
From nano level to the stars!
Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering (ELE) works in the fields of electromagnetics, micro and nanotech, radio, and space tech.
Studies
The Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering contributes to the common Bachelor programmes of the School of Electrical Engineering, we arrange the Master's Programme in Electronics and Nanotechnology, and we provide post-graduate education through all of our research groups, as can be seen in our Doctoral dissertations.
Research infrastructure
Experimental work is the key for achievements in science. Our department is proud to offer state-of-the-art infrastructures that enable us to conduct internationally distinguished research. Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering (ELE) conducts research and offers education in three sites introduced below, as well as at MilliLab, a joint laboratory with VTT and ESA, offering device measurement and testing capabilities up to THz frequencies.
Micronova
Micronova, a part of OtaNano, is a cleanroom facility operated jointly by Aalto University and VTT, the Technical Research Centre of Finland.
Metsähovi Radio Observatory
Metsähovi Radio Observatory is the only astronomical radio observatory in Finland. Metsähovi’s main instrument is the 14-metre radio telescope, which is used around the clock, every day of the year. Its observational data is used, e.g., for studying active galaxies, the Sun, and the rotation of the Earth.
News
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Making music with the Cosmos: sound art and radio astronomy improvising at the Metsähovi Radio Observatory
Want to know what the origins of a solar system sound like? Scientists joined forces with a sound artist to play with molecular gas thousands of light-years away
The Semi-Summer programme once again offered students summer jobs and research opportunities
The programme, funded by companies in the semiconductor industry, aims to strengthen students' skills in this rapidly growing field
Join the Unite!Energy Conference in Darmstadt
The third annual Unite!Energy Conference brings together early-career researchers and experts to exchange knowledge, explore the latest developments and innovations in sustainable energy, and discuss the role of gender-responsive STEM education.Events
AI in research work, Oct 22, 2026
Learn about generative artificial intelligence in research work with Data Agents Dr. Enrico Glerean, Dr. Pedro Silva, and Dr. Emrecan Gulay
Public defence, Radio Science and Engineering, MSc Mostafa Movahediqomi
Metasurface-Based Technologies for Next-Generation Wireless Communication Systems
AI agents unveiled – How AI agents work behind the scenes, Oct 27, 2026
Everything you wanted to know about AI agents and never dared to ask, with RSE Simo Tuomisto.
Data storage and management for Aalto researchers, Oct 28, 2026
Learn best practices in data storage at Aalto University.Contact us
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