Innovation ecosystem news
Aalto University ranked 5th in partnership in THE University Impact Ranking
The overall ranking of Aalto University was 19th. The international Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings assess universities against the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Changing work presents a wealth of research topics
Is there anything stable left in work life? At least constant change, say Future of Work researches, and advocate joining forces in work related research.
Trial access: Times Higher Education
We have Times Higher Education on trial until April 27th 2019.
‘Good enough’ is often ‘just fine’
Group mentoring event brings School of Business alumni and students together to talk about matters relating to work.
Prodeko Purpose Hackathon aims to save the planet
As well as aiming to fix the programmer shortage, topics on the 5 April event will also include the accountability of the construction industry, climate change, and the net impact of companies.
Tips for environmentally friendlier travel
Our passengers are increasingly concerned about the carbon footprint of travel, and especially flights. Travelling has already been cut down to some extent for financial reasons, but it cannot be avoided altogether. Here are some practical tips on how each passenger can minimize the environmental impact of travel before and during the trip.
Sustainable mindset as a competence of future Aalto graduate?
Annukka Jyrämä's insights on sustainable mindset.
An interview with designer Naoto Fukasawa
A world-famous designer and a member of MUJI’s advisory Board, Naoto Fukasawa, gave a lecture about 'Design as the Integrity of Things' on his visit to Aalto University.
New resources – all Knovel subject collections now available
Aalto users can now access all 35 Knovel subject collections.
Dissertation: Pursuing returns or supporting a cause? Investors are choosing equity crowdfunding for various reasons
The success of equity crowdfunding campaigns depends on many factors, such as campaign characteristics, the company's ability to leverage its networks and how easily understandable the products are, demonstrates a recent doctoral dissertation.
Virtual world took people to space
The School of Electrical Engineering organised its traditional Research Winter Day on 13 March. This time, research was presented through demos.
Finding solutions to clinical problems
A sufficient number of “whys†and “what ifs†prompted Professor Ivan Vujaklija to find more answers in an academic environment.
EIT Digital looks for activities for 2020
EIT Digital has launched the construction of the ‘EIT Digital 2020’ activities and accepts submissions until May 3, 2019. EIT Digital 2020 is aimed at entrepreneurial minds planning to launch a digital tech startup or product or to deliver entrepreneurial digital tech education programmes.
Leading European non-formal science education institutions gather to Aalto
Aalto University hosts an international co-design workshop on 18-19 March. As an output a crowdsourced map tool will be presented.
Sustainable development is at the heart of our operations
Solving of the great challenges facing mankind in a sustainable way is a key element of Aalto University's research and teaching. Sustainable solutions guide our operations as an organization.
Are we at the limits of measuring water-repellent surfaces?
As we develop extremely liquid-repellent surfaces, the errors in existing measurement techniques are getting too large.
Artificial intelligence helps to detect rare diseases and risk factors for child protection
High-quality primary research ensures that Finland is an independent forerunner in developing artificial intelligence.
Low Temperature Laboratory receives over one million euros in funding, opening more widely to European researchers
The Low Temperature Laboratory develops quantum sensors needed in nanoelectronics research, among other core activities
Photoshoot day of materials samples by the Materials Platform
The Materials Platform organizes photoshoot sessions for materials samples on a regular basis. All Aalto University researchers who are involved in materials research are invited to participate.
World-leading neuroscientists gathered on Twitter for online research conference
Scientific conferences are expensive, time-consuming and often involve a heavy carbon footprint. Luckily, there are alternatives.
