New editor for science, research and school communications
In the position, she will be focused on creating stories and news on the vast spread of Aalto’s science and research, working closely with researchers and communications staff to find engaging narratives for international audiences.
Another core function of Kate’s role will be to develop and manage the university’s international media relations for science and research issues. She will also help train Aalto management for major public speaking events.
Prior to taking up the position, Kate handled communications for international research projects at the United Nations University – World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER). As Speaker Curator for TEDxOtaniemi 2017, she led the training programme to prepare each speaker for the stage. Kate has also done communications at the Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission (HELCOM) and several science-based departments of the Government of Canada.
Want to know more? Reach Kate via the contact details below.
Katrina (Kate) Jurva
International Editor – Science, Research, and Schools
+358 50 4346805
Read more news
DeployAI Partners Gather for Heart Beat Meeting in Helsinki
The European DeployAI project's partners gathered for the Heart Beat meeting hosted by Aalto University Executive Education in Helsinki.
Get to know us: Associate Professor Maria Sammalkorpi
Sammalkorpi received her doctorate from Helsinki University of Technology 2004. After her defence, she has worked as a researcher at the Universities of Princeton, Yale and Aalto.
A! Walk-Nature connection: Walk, pick, discuss
The afternoon adventure on Lehtisaari offered more than just a walk in the forest; it sparked conversations about renewed appreciation for the simple pleasures of life and the beauty of the Finnish wilderness...