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Get to know us: Associate Professor Michael Hummel
Michael Hummel had plans to stay in Finland for only a year or so. In the end, he enjoyed his work at Aalto so much that he decided to stay.
Redefining Purpose after Times of Crisis
When crisis hits, it’s natural to feel that your job is insignificant. A little bit of creativity and a strong organizational vision help, says Assistant Professor Derin Kent from Warwick Business School.
Professor of Practice Janne Seppänen: The need for experts in the energy sector is growing
The pursuit of a climate-neutral society will cause the energy sector to undergo a major transformation.
New chatbot can explain apps and show you how they access hardware or data
Hey GUI helps you find information on apps and their user interfaces with a simple conversation rather than complex tools or code.
Juha Siitonen (Ph.D) has been appointed Assistant Professor (1st term) at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science
The field of the professorship is Organic Chemistry. The five-year term begins in 1 January 2022.
Aalto University joins Swedish WASP research program on AI and autonomous systems
Aalto University begins collaboration with Swedish universities in Wallenberg Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Systems and Software Program. A large number of Swedish companies are also involved in the WASP.
Aalto Bioinnovation Center opens the call for doctoral student funding
Full funding will be offered for 10-12 doctoral candidates for 4 years in the fields of sustainable textiles and/or packaging solutions. All Aalto University professors can apply for the funding.
Unite! virtual 鶹ý ideated further at the Boot Camp
Ideas on virtual learning and virtual reality were gathered at the Boot Camp to facilitate building of a virtual 鶹ý within Unite!.
Northern Dimension Newsflash 2/2021 is out
In this newsletter, you can read about the how the Northern Dimension Institute is currently mapping synergies in regional cooperation in the ND area, as well as about the interesting activities carried out in cooperation with the ND Partnerships in the fields of environment, transport and logistics, health and social well-being, and culture.
Firms that gain more media visibility can expect to perform better
Firms that are more visible in the media increase their value and their stock returns, according to new research from Aalto University and Goethe University.
Unite! joint programmes and flexible study pathways developed at the Boot Camp
The event gathered together 140 teachers and staff from the seven universities to discuss the developments of Unite! teaching and learning activities including for instance joint programmes, flexible study pathways, and good pedagogical practices as well as creative virtual spaces for teaching and learning.
City of Helsinki, Aalto University, University of Helsinki and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences collaborate to find sustainable urban solutions
This marks the first time that Helsinki and the three universities engage in incubator-related cross-organisational cooperation.
Funding opportunities related to the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF)
In accordance with the Recovery and Resilience Plan, the Academy of Finland and Business Finland are planning funding opportunities to promote the green and digital transition and to support partnerships. This year, the Academy of Finland and Business Finland will direct funding to key areas and technologies of the future that promote the green and digital transition. Additionally, the Academy will open a call for the development of local research infrastructures in 2022.
Alumnus Pauli Liikala: In mentoring, it is important to listen to the student and ask questions
‘I am grateful to the School of Business, its teachers and my fellow students – studying there gave me excellent skills and knowledge for my career and for my retirement years.’ says Pauli Liikala, our alumnus, who made a long career in information systems, management and their development, and who has also acted as a mentor to numerous students over the years.
Björn Savén's donation to Aalto University makes a significant contribution to hydrogen research
Hydrogen will play a crucial role in the storage of renewable energy. Hydrogen also serves as a fuel for fuel cells and future engines.
Aalto University alumni apply to become astronauts
Sini Merikallio, Juuso Mikkola and Timo Nikkanen got a good foundation from their studies, and are now applying to become astronauts with the European Space Agency (ESA).
School of Business gets high marks from its own students: “Our school helps create a better world”
Aalto University School of Business has reached the second-highest level in the international Positive Impact Rating (PIR) in which students evaluate the activities of their own school in sustainable development and responsibility.
How is Instagram used by the leading health agencies to engage with the public during the COVID-19 crisis?
Social media messaging depicting well known personalities, influencers, and celebrities received greater engagement.
Updated presentation slides of the School of Business published
The slide set is updated twice a year.
Leap for Learning – quarterly review
Process owner quarterly review was held with ITS partners on 9 June. Resourcing for autumn, roadmap planning and strategy implementation was discussed.
