School news
Changes in the Alumni Network Board
Mia Sirkiä started as the chair and Ossi Leikola and Riitta Silvennoinen as members
Would you like your research featured in a video?
Apply to be featured in a video showcasing open science practices at Aalto University.
Language policy and guidelines revised during spring - Your input is welcome!
What works well, what should be changed? Tell what you think of our language policy and answer a survey by 3.3.2023.
Semiconductor sector summer jobs open in research groups
The growth of the semiconductor sector and its investments in Finland are also increasing the need for skilled personnel. Thanks to a donation from four semiconductor companies Picosun, an Applied Materials Company, Okmetic, Murata, and KYOCERA Tikitin. Aalto University will offer exciting summer jobs in the School of Electrical Engineering and the School of Chemical Engineering in the summer of 2023. Semi-Summer 2023 Programme will provide an opportunity to gain the skills needed in a growing and international field.
Spring My Dialogues - the latest guides and tips
New opportunities to develop effective conversation skills and simplifications to the Workday system with new features for notes and attachments.
Remember to apply for Internal Seed Funding before February 17
Aalto Internal Seed Funding is targeted for the preparation of major interdisciplinary consortia proposals seeking funding from external funding agencies or industry. The call closes 17th of February 2023.
Sakari Poikkimäki is replacing harmful chemicals with enzymes: ‘We can use small biological organisms in many everyday products’
Chemical engineering alumnus Sakari Poikkimäki works as a fermentation expert at Roal Oy, a company that manufactures enzymes. Studies at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering led to a dream job where small living organisms are harnessed for good.
Iita Kejonen is involved in recycling battery metals from electric cars: ‘By working in industry, I can influence the development of the entire field’
Studies in materials science and engineering at the School of Chemical Engineering led to work with battery metals and minerals. As a Technology Manager, Iita can influence the development of responsibility in the entire automotive sector.
School of Chemical Engineering opens 24 summer jobs in research groups for 2023
We're looking for enthusiastic students to join our team for the summer. The ideal candidate is highly motivated and able to e.g. assist and carry out various lab tasks, run experiments and develop research skills. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research projects, and work side-by-side with doctoral researchers and post docs.
Quality together - More than 150 Aaltonians participated in the quality audit team's visit to the Âé¶¹´«Ã½
The preliminary feedback can already be read. The final results will be available at the end of April.
Laureen Mahler uses origami folding to create bio-based packaging that is also pleasant to look at
Many products of the packaging industry are made of plastic and other fossil-based materials. The Aalto University Bioinnovation Center is developing ecological packaging solutions based on origami folding which also have value as beautiful objects.
Mandatory courses for all employees on Code of Conduct, information security and cyber security
Online courses available in Workday are to be taken by the beginning of April
Maari building's new address Sähkömiehentie 5 will change as of January 30, 2023
Sähkömiehentie 3 (Maari building) address will change, the new address is Sähkömiehentie 5 as of January 30, 2023.
Napping pods and energy saving - welcome to participate!
Wellbeing on a Sustainable Campus event brings together Âé¶¹´«Ã½ main themes in sustainability, energy saving, and also all Âé¶¹´«Ã½ users wellbeing.
Follow @aaltowellbeing on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok!
Stay up to date on research-based information, events and services on wellbeing and inclusion at Aalto University by following @aaltowellbeing on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
Aalto University ranks among the top 50 globally for international outlook
Times Higher Education lists Aalto 47th in the world and 3rd in the Nordics
Answer the personnel survey on multilocational working by 3 February
The results of the survey will be used both for scientific research and for the development of practices for flexible, multilocational working in Aalto
Aalto University transitions to flexible and multilocational work
After a trial period lasting about a year, the common practices have been established