Architecture Speaks - Lecture series 13.11.2024 - 29.01.2025
The 10th season of the Architecture Speaks lecture series begins in November. The online lectures are open to everyone and free of charge with prior registration.
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Stay up to date with current news and interesting events from the Aalto University community.
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Boost your skills: learn the basics of radical creativity
Creative thinking and related ability to change are core competencies of the future in all fields. Aalto University launched a free online introductory course on radical creativity in Finnish and English on November 14, 2024.
Digital doula helps mothers-to-be face the fear of childbirth
Aalto University introduces 12 new world-changing innovations at Slush. On of them is digital doula Natal Mind, a mobile app designed to support the emotional and mental journey undergone by mothers-to-be.
Five things everyone should know about AI in the workplace
Generative AI seems to be everywhere these days, but does it really make work easier and businesses more productive?
Finland is strongly investing in AI and establishing an ELLIS Institute to accelerate research and attract talent
Public and private sector investment are coming together to launch ELLIS Institute Finland.
A front-row view on today’s major challenges: Corinna Coupette bridges law and technology
Coupette was appointed assistant professor of computer science this autumn
Battery demand is growing exponentially – BATCircle3.0 provides a leap in battery material and recycling research in Finland
The three-year BATCircle3.0 project, led by Aalto University, offers a strategic focus on new openings for battery materials refining and battery recycling.Event highlights
"Greatest Physicists in History" Lecture Series: Chien-Shiung Wu - The Queen of Nuclear Research
The next installment of the Greatest Physicists in History takes place on November 27 at 6 p.m.
Tenured Professors' Installation Talks 16.12.2024 (external link)
Aalto University celebrates its tenured professors with popular talks by the new tenure track professors of Associate or Full level.
Video: Natural luxury – Wooden crystals make fashion shine
Biomaterials and 3D-printing conjure a sparkle out of wood without harming people or the environment
See the video below or read the article here.
Current news
What makes nature restorative? Aalto University researchers explore Finnish forests and Japanese gardens
Biodiversity is central to the restorative power of Finnish forests.
Holiday breaks and special opening hours at Arts infra
Special opening hours and exceptions at Arts infra workshops.
Oskari Vilamo Fund awarded the best theses on building trade
The Oskari Vilamo fund, which is part of the Business Education fund, awarded the best doctoral theses and diploma theses in November. Two doctoral dissertations and six master's thesis were awarded in Aalto University.
New technology brings immersive audio to everyone’s pockets
A new type of sound recording technology allows recording of immersive soundscapes with ordinary microphones and an inexpensive accessoryAppointments
Tarun Sharma rejoins Aalto to give back and make change
Tarun Sharma, Partner & COO of Nokia Ventures, came to Finland for a 6-month stint but stayed on purpose. Now he joins Aalto University Department of Industrial Engineering and Management as Executive in Residence focusing on Corporate Venturing and Entrepreneurship.
Timo Korkeamäki to continue as Dean of the School of Business until the end of 2029
The Board of Aalto University has appointed Timo Korkeamäki as Dean of the School of Business for a second five-year term starting 1 January 2025
A front-row view on today’s major challenges: Corinna Coupette bridges law and technology
Coupette was appointed assistant professor of computer science this autumn
Call for two Assistant Professors in Computational Physics
The Department of Applied Physics at Aalto University School of Science invites applications for two Assistant professor positions in Computational Physics.For the media
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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
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.
A deep dive into radical creativity
Aalto University has produced a film to highlight its creative culture.
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.
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.
Painting Energies Podcast (external link)
Painting Energies is a podcast about light, colour, plants, microbes, and electrical energy. Eleven conversations with invited guests explore their relations, and our relations to them, through a dialogue across science, technology, art and philosophy.
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Information about the war in 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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