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Fragmented phone use — not total screen time — is the main driver of information overload, study finds

Amid hot discussion on screen time, social media use and the impact of digital devices on our well-being, a seven-month study from Aalto University in Finland sheds new light on what overwhelms users the most –– and the results aren’t what you might think.
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Where is quantum technology heading? - The QDOC doctoral pilot offers insights for corporate partners

Corporate partners in the Quantum Doctoral Pilot programme (QDOC) say that collaborating with the programme helps them distinguish between technology hype and developments that are truly relevant to them.
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Decoding the chemistry of space with machine learning

Astronomers can detect complex chemical fingerprints in stardust – but many of them remain unidentified. The SpaceML project combines machine learning and computational chemistry to simulate how molecules form and evolve in space, helping researchers decode these signals.

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Mechatronic Circus 2026

The sure sign of spring, the Mechatronic Circus, is here again! On Thursday 9.4.2026 you can learn about smart devices built by students, participate in demonstration tours, and see the latest results from the research projects!

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Aalto Founder Talks #7: Ilkka Paananen, Founder and CEO of Supercell

Ilkka is the CEO and co-founder of Supercell, the company behind Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, and Brawl Stars. Supercell was the first European tech startup to reach a valuation of $10 billion.

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Tenured Professors' Installation Talks 29.4.2026 (external link)

Aalto University celebrates its tenured professors with popular talks by the new tenure track professors of Associate or Full level.

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The REAL reason Shackleton's Endurance sank | New scientific analysis

Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance has long been thought the strongest polar ship of its time. But what if the heroic narrative we bought into isn’t the whole truth? Sea‑ice scientist, Professor Jukka Tuhkuri (Aalto University) uncovers evidence that challenges the century‑old narrative of why the ship was lost. 

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Forests Wood and Carbon online course is available for all Aalto, Fitech and Unite! students.
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Online course "Forests, wood and carbon" is now available in Unite! student catalogue

Our online course is now open to students enrolled at universities in the Unite! alliance. Designed for independent learning, the course delivers flexible, fully online learning with interactive sessions and practical assignments. Eligible students from any Unite! partner university are welcome to join. The course is suitable for any level.
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Teaching and collaborating across Europe: Aalto researchers at TU Darmstadt

Hear from Aalto researchers about their experience at TU Darmstadt.
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Learning Environments Research Group — 2025 in Review

2025 recap: three doctoral theses on context-aware interaction design, AI as creative learning partner, and telerobotic puppetry for peacebuilding.

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Teaching and collaborating across Europe: Aalto researchers at TU Darmstadt

Hear from Aalto researchers about their experience at TU Darmstadt.
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Hannu Martola appointed as Chair of the Aalto University Alumni Network Board

The board’s new members are Esa Arola, Eila Lindroos and Terttu Sopanen. Continuing members are Ari Bertula, Ossi Leikola, Laura Nikola and Katja Soini.
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‘My entire career as a marine biologist and sustainability scientist has been extremely interesting’

Professor of Practice Eeva Furman has spent most of her career conducting interdisciplinary research in sustainability sciences
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Nikolai Ponomarev, Hossein Baniasadi and Jorge Velasco start as Data Agents at the School of Chemical Engineering

Aalto Open Research Network has new members, Nikolai Ponomarev, Hossein Baniasadi and Jorge Velasco. Their aim is to support data management practices at the School of Chemical Engineering along with existing CHEM Data Agent, Pedro Silva.
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Bio-materials “cookbook” awakens the inventor within

The hands-on projects in Marvelous Materials encourage creative experimentation using ingredients from household cupboards, nature and even your compost bin

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Natural luxury – Wooden crystals make fashion shine

Biomaterials and 3D-printing conjure a sparkle out of wood without harming people or the environment

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Walk in my shoes

Inspired by the saying that you should walk a mile in someone’s shoes to understand them, the ‘Walk in my shoes’ series aims to share some of the experiences, thoughts, perspectives and challenges faced by members of the Aalto community.

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A deep dive into radical creativity

Aalto University has produced a film to highlight its creative culture.

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How to see trees and plants in a whole new light

A hyperspectral snapshot captures all the light in a scene, not just colours or infrared light. The extra information is useful in many applications, from agriculture and conservation to forensics and food safety.

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Wardrobe of the Future shows the future of fashion (external link)

It is clear that the textile, clothing and fashion industries need to change. How do we do it? Discover the Aalto University community's visions for a sustainable fashion future.

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