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MyCourses maintenance break Mon 15 June, 2026 at 9.00-17.00
MyCourses maintenance break on 15 June 2026 starting at 9.00. During this break, the service is not in use.
New ultrasonic needle yields samples 2–3 times larger, potentially reshaping cancer diagnostics
Developed at Aalto University over several years, a new ultrasonic needle for tumour diagnostics has been trialled in collaboration with Helsinki University Hospital (HUS). According to the resulting peer-reviewed study, salivary gland tumours could be diagnosed with far greater precision using the innovative needle.
Chat with aalto.fi feature now available in a chat window
The conversational chatbot, Chat with aalto.fi, which replies to questions based on the content of aalto.fi, is now accessible to logged-in users via a chat window.
Master the Room: Real-World Networking for Researchers - workshops in May & June
Hands-on workshops for doctoral students and researchers on building professional networking skills on 28.5. and 11.6.
Mari Lundström elected as a new member of the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters
Professor of Metallurgy Mari Lundström has been elected as a member of the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters.
Fifty students from Thailand enhanced their technological knowledge at Aalto University this spring
Aalto University Summer School hosted a group of 50 students from Thailand for the second time as part of the Innovation through Technology study program.
Nordea joins the Aalto University School of Business Premium Partner Program
Nordea has joined the Premium Partner Program from the beginning of 2026.
Music industry stakeholders: the industry’s value will double by 2040 through large-scale equality initiatives
The industry aims to establish a self-regulatory body and double the value of the music industry, as outlined in the report “An Equal Music Industry in Finland by 2040”, to be published 11 May.
Aalto University supports the combining of elite sport and studies – a quality label was awarded by the Olympic Committee
The audit team praised personalised study planning, flexible study paths and guidance related to a dual career
The School of Business project team develops strategies to boost international corporate brand recognition
Student team completed an intensive six-week Customized Student Business Project for the School of Business Dean’s unit
Research becomes real-world solutions in autumn exhibition – Designs for a Cooler Planet showcases work by researchers and students
Aalto University’s largest annual exhibition, Designs for a Cooler Planet, will point the way to the future this autumn. It will feature more than 20 practical solutions, experiments and ideas from researchers and students.
Scholarships for degree students of School of Chemical Engineering
Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering announces the following scholarships open for applications for CHEM degree students.
Supporting your study ability and wellbeing, Summer 2026
Dear student! To support the study ability and wellbeing of our students, Aalto offers online material and guidance during the summer. FSHS serves students throughout the summer.
Aalto IT Thursday News 7 May 2026 at 10 to 11
Join us to hear the latest on current topics of general interest for all Aaltonians, presented by Aalto IT.
Päivää, salaam, konnichiwa – Timi Lehtola brings diverse languages to everyday encounters
In the 100 words series, the research technician and occupational safety representative shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Aalto, Sitra and Lovable launch AI Summer Program
A new summer program brings together students, Finnish public sector organisations and AI tools to develop digital services.
Short maintenance breaks for Linux shell servers on 7 and 8 May 2026
Maintenance breaks include short reboots
Fixed: Aalto AI Assistant temporarily unavailable
The updates are ready and Aalto AI Assistant is available for use.
Linux common shell servers’ downtime on 30 April 2026 and follow-up actions
Restarts continue for the time being.
Cross-border collaboration at the European Student Assembly
Master’s student Fatima Mohammad Amin represented Aalto and the Unite! alliance at the European Student Assembly (ESA) 2026 in Strasbourg.
