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The Finnish Cultural Foundation awarded grants for science and art
A total of 15 individuals or groups from Aalto University received grants
Everyday choices: Frank Martela, should we take happiness seriously?
Insights from an assistant professor and philosopher who studies human well-being and motivation.
Happiness at work can’t be fixed with gratitude journals, says Aalto doctoral researcher
Ashish Thapliyal teaches ‘the science of happiness’.
Hope is not just awaited – it is studied, questioned and created at Aalto University
According to the dictionary, hope is the feeling that something desirable is likely to happen. A writer set out to search for hope on the university Â鶹´«Ã½ – and encountered fulfilled wishes, critical hope studies, and the kind of hope you have to create yourself.
Aalto University Magazine in search of hope
The new issue of Aalto University Magazine is out now. The magazine invites readers to reflect on where hope comes from in a time marked by uncertainty and rapid change.
A survey on users' experiences of MyKanta in collaboration between Aalto University and Kela
Senior university lecturer Sari Kujala's research group is exploring, in collaboration with Kela, users' experiences with the MyKanta online patient portal and the MyKanta mobile application.
Studies for staff offered by the Open University and FITech
The Open University and FITech Network University offer free studies for the staff of Aalto University. All staff members of Aalto University are welcome to participate in the courses.
Aaltonians' discounts and events 2026
Aalto community members are offered discounts on various services and events.
Elsevier open access article quota is estimated to run out in autumn 2026
Read more about the situation and its effects on open access publishing
Training available in AI, research data management, research ethics + more – register now!
New topics included! Registrations for spring 2026 are open.
Spring call for proposals: Internal seed funding available through Aalto Networking Platform
Aalto's internal seed funding is targeted for the preparation of major interdisciplinary consortia proposals seeking funding from external funding agencies or industry. Deadline for proposals is 1st of April 2026.
Study abroad from home with Unite’s Virtual Exchange Credit Programme (VECP) Courses
Studying abroad without leaving home is possible through Unite!’s Virtual Exchange Credit Programme (VECP). New courses in computer science, language and intercultural competence are now open for applications.
We ensure safety by preparing and practicing in advance
In February, National Preparedness Day is celebrated on February 7th and Emergency Number Day on February 11th.
Aalto University received nearly 6,700 applications for its English-taught bachelor’s programmes
The most popular programmes in the application round for Aalto University's English-taught bachelor's programmes that closed on 22 January were International Business, Economics, and Computer Engineering
Register for the Unite! Training Programme on Sustainability for Prospective Leaders
A transnational online programme for students, faculty, and leaders who want to advance sustainability initiatives within their institutions. Register by 13 February 2026.
NASA Reveals New Details About Dark Matter’s Influence on the Universe
With the Webb telescope’s unprecedented sensitivity, scientists are learning more about dark matter’s influence on stars, galaxies, and even planets like Earth.
Submit your ideas to the Unite! Widening Training Series for Researchers
Unite!Widening invites staff, faculty and researchers from Aalto to help design a new, hands-on training series for researchers.
Major guidance counsellor gathering in Otaniemi in February
About 800 guidance counsellors from all educational levels will convene for Opopäivät, hosted by the Finnish Association of Student Counsellors, at Dipoli and the Otaniemi Â鶹´«Ã½ from 5 to 7 February 2026.
Enhancing doctoral researchers’ work-life skills – Join the DOC+ events
Doctoral student or postdoc, have you been pondering about building a meaningful doctoral career? Or about the future of AI in research and working life? These events and learning opportunities are for you!
