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The journey of a 17th-century shipwreck continues as a unique knitted dress

Researchers at Aalto University transformed surplus wood from the Hahtiperä shipwreck into textile fibre, spun it into yarn, and knitted it into a dress using new AI-assisted technology.
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Meyer Turku donates EUR 800,000 to Aalto University

With the donation, Aalto will establish a five-year Professor of Practice to accelerate developments in marine technology and secure expertise in the field in Finland.
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Aalto University establishes Centre for Radical Creativity – aiming to support societal and corporate transformation

The centre responds to the interest and need for transformation among businesses and organizations and calls partners to join.
Timo Vuori warns that new technology can be met with emotional reactions that block innovation.
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Growing pains: Structural strategies that neglect emotions block corporate innovation, says study

Emotional impulses can have broad-reaching consequences. Amid unpredictable global conditions, leaders who work to overcome emotional tensions will pave a clearer path to innovation and growth.
Aalto University professor Mikko Mottonen, photo Mikko Raskinen
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Mikko Möttönen selected as finalist for the European Inventor Award 2026

Möttönen is a finalist in the ‘Research’ category for developing an ultrasensitive cryogenic microwave sensor to diagnose interference in quantum computers.
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Transition to hydrogen economy is a marathon, not a sprint

During its first few years of operation, the Hydrogen Innovation Centre has built an active community around its doctoral school and launched the Inventors programme.

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Aalto Fashion and Textile graduate show

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Better Business – Better Society seminar: Managing Business Uncertainty in practice

Better Business – Better Society seminar: Managing Business Uncertainty in Practice

This seminar on Tuesday 9 June will focus on how to manage business uncertainty in practice and how data contributes to resilience.

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Honorary Doctors' Talks – Beyond borders

Newly appointed Honorary Doctors in the field of technology give brief talks on the theme “Beyond Bordersâ€. Open to all – please register by 4 June.

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The REAL reason Shackleton's Endurance sank | New scientific analysis

Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance has long been thought the strongest polar ship of its time. But what if the heroic narrative we bought into isn’t the whole truth? Sea‑ice scientist, Professor Jukka Tuhkuri (Aalto University) uncovers evidence that challenges the century‑old narrative of why the ship was lost. 

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Doctoral positions at Unite! universities now available in one place

Unite! students searching for doctoral positions can now explore a dedicated category in the Unite! Catalogue for Students.
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Students developed a service blueprint for remote plant advisory services

A multidisciplinary team of master’s degree students from Aalto University collaborated with Sumitomo SHI FW (SFW) in a customized project
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The film Fjord wins the Palme d'Or at Cannes – featuring a number of Finnish creators

The film was co-produced by Jussi Rantamäki of the film company Aamu, and it also features a Finnish costume and sound designer.
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Näytös/Näyttely26 transforms Helsinki’s Lasipalatsi Quarter into a hub for fashion and textile expertise

The event showcases Aalto’s comprehensive expertise in textiles, clothing, and fashion, as students graduating from both the Bachelor's Major in Fashion as well as the Master's Major in Fashion and Textile Design will present their thesis work.

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Pauliina Ilmonen, photo by Nita Vera.
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Professor Pauliina Ilmonen: Learning mathematical software in upper secondary school takes time away from learning the basics

Pauliina Ilmonen, Professor of Statistics at Aalto University, will step into the role of Dean of the School of Science at the beginning of June. She wants to emphasize the fundamentals in the study of mathematics.
Maarit Korpi-Lagg, Pekka Marttinen, Robin Ras
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New vice deans appointed for the School of Science

Maarit Korpi-Lagg has been selected as vice dean for impact, Pekka Marttinen as vice dean for education and Robin Ras as vice dean for research.
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Bruno Mattos has been appointed as five-year fixed term Associate Professor at the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems

PhD Bruno Mattos has been appointed as fixed term Associate Professor position at the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems as of 1 June 2026. The field of the professorship is Biomass Refining and Wood Chemistry.
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Open Call: Unite! Visiting Professorship Program at TU Darmstadt Germany

Aalto researchers, lecturers and professors are invited to apply for a visiting professorship at TU Darmstadt, offering a unique opportunity to teach, collaborate internationally, and contribute to innovative education.
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Bio-materials “cookbook†awakens the inventor within

The hands-on projects in Marvelous Materials encourage creative experimentation using ingredients from household cupboards, nature and even your compost bin

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Natural luxury – Wooden crystals make fashion shine

Biomaterials and 3D-printing conjure a sparkle out of wood without harming people or the environment

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Walk in my shoes

Inspired by the saying that you should walk a mile in someone’s shoes to understand them, the ‘Walk in my shoes’ series aims to share some of the experiences, thoughts, perspectives and challenges faced by members of the Aalto community.

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A deep dive into radical creativity

Aalto University has produced a film to highlight its creative culture.

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How to see trees and plants in a whole new light

A hyperspectral snapshot captures all the light in a scene, not just colours or infrared light. The extra information is useful in many applications, from agriculture and conservation to forensics and food safety.

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A hand holding green purse on top of a green dress

It is clear that the textile, clothing and fashion industries need to change. How do we do it? Discover the Aalto University community's visions for a sustainable fashion future.

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