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Find Aalto University experts across technology, business and arts.
Memories of 2026 Ceremonial Conferment
Photos from the 2026 Ceremonial Conferment in the field of technology at the Aalto University
A prosthesis that feels like extension of the body
Researchers develop a prosthesis that better interprets muscle and nerve signals, making movement more natural and daily life more independent.
Solving earth’s challenges from space
Small satellites help solve Earth’s challenges in navigation, communication and environmental monitoring. Finnish expertise is already in dozens of satellites.
Counselling for doctoral students on study related issues
Advice for challenging situations and support for progressing doctoral studies
From waste comes something better
The circular economy gives waste a new life. Aalto projects show how side streams can become sustainable materials and new products.
Architect’s dream sauna challenges the norms of wood construction
An architect-designed sauna explores the use of naturally shaped timber in construction, challenging established norms in wood building.
Tomorrow’s home is a non-toxic carbon store
Researchers develop non-toxic building materials that store carbon, use side streams and support a more circular built environment.
Europe hosts the servers, others reap the rewards?
Data centres’ electricity use is rapidly rising in the EU, while value flows abroad. Digital dependence raises concerns about Europe’s position in the market.
A home warmed by nature slows climate change
Bio-based insulation materials can store carbon and reduce emissions. Researchers develop alternatives for renovation using biomass-based solutions.
Geometry makes materials lighter and stronger
Geometry can make materials lighter and stronger. Researchers develop metamaterials where structure, not material, defines strength and adaptability.
A human-centred employment service grew into a success story
The KOSKE service supports employment of highly educated immigrants. Human-centred design connects skills with labour market opportunities.
Data sheds light on the telehealth boom and its future
Data reveals the rapid growth of telehealth chat services. Research supports better digital services and more informed decision-making in healthcare.
The journey of materials lasts for centuries
Materials can last for centuries. Bio-based innovation and circular economy raise questions about the long-term legacy of new materials for future generations.
AI accelerates the search for a room-temperature superconductor
The SuperC consortium led by Aalto University uses AI to search for a room-temperature superconductor and a more energy-efficient future.
Giving a vacant health center a new life as a temporary school
Aalto University students redesigned the Kivikko health centre as a temporary school, showing how adaptive reuse can save resources and extend a building’s life.
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