Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis

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Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis

Our main research areas are algebra and discrete mathematics, analysis, applied mathematics and mechanics, stochastics and statistics, and systems analysis and operations research. We offer major and minor studies at both bachelor's and master's levels and provide doctoral research training. Our graduates have been recruited by universities, research institutes, governmental agencies as well as companies in the financial, energy and transportation sectors.

Aalto University / Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis

For full information on the department, visit:

math.aalto.fi

Our research groups:

News

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Appointments, Cooperation Published:

Zhengmao Li selected as visiting professor at TU Graz

The two-month visit will bring Aalto and Graz University of Technology’s hydrogen research communities closer together through teaching, seminars and new research opportunities.
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Research & Art Published:

Five things you should know about digital sovereignty in Europe

Europe hopes to be more self-sufficient when it comes to semiconductors, cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
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Cooperation, University Published:

What did we gain at NORDEEP? Aalto researchers share takeaways from the deep-tech business summit

About 230 Aaltonians attended the NORDEEP 2026 deep-tech business summit. Key takeaways: events like this help researchers and students build networks, clarify ideas, and gain confidence on the innovation path.
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Research & Art Published:

What does ‘quantum’ mean?

Two quantum researchers at Aalto University explain how the seemingly impossible becomes a part of everyday reality.

Events

Kalustekierrätys
Campus, Students –

Furniture recycling day 29th September 2026

Come and discover your next great find at the university's furniture recycling day!
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Lectures and seminars –
Event poster for “The Convergence of AI & Quantum Technologies” on 30 Sept 2026 in Espoo and online
Lectures and seminars –

The Convergence of AI and Quantum Technologies

This panel discussion will explore how the two burgeoning fields of quantum technology and AI are beginning to converge and examine their potential impact on Finland’s long-term competitiveness.
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Public defences –

Public defence, Engineering Physics, MSc Elizabeth Pereira

Engineering optical loss to create robust topological states in programmable photonic systems.

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