A selection of Aalto University Magazine articles | News listing | Aalto University /en/listing/140801/feed News listing en Meet-up: Nice to meet you, Anna Marushchak! /en/news/meet-up-nice-to-meet-you-anna-marushchak Mon, 26 May 2025 10:40:27 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1316617 at /en The Aalto scholarship programme made it possible for this Ukrainian who fled the war to study at the School of Business. Donations Studies Aalto University Magazine donation targets Aalto Magazine Studies Henkilö nojaa puukaiteeseen leveällä portaikolla modernissa rakennuksessa, jossa on useita kerroksia ja lasisia väliseiniä. Everyday choices: Viktar Asadchy, how do you control light? /en/news/everyday-choices-viktar-asadchy-how-do-you-control-light Wed, 21 May 2025 10:09:19 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1315615 at /en This Associate Professor of Electromagnetics manipulates and directs light with materials. Materials and natural resources Research Aalto University Magazine Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering electronics Aalto Magazine Research & Art Mies, jolla on tummat hiukset, pukutakki ja paita, katsoo itseään peilistä. ESA funding for the space business /en/news/esa-funding-for-the-space-business Fri, 16 May 2025 09:54:19 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1314647 at /en The European Space Agency’s new innovation programme in Otaniemi helps Finnish companies commercialise inventions, leverage satellite data and strengthen their position in the industry. Collaboration Entrepreneurship Innovations Aalto University Magazine Startup Center entrepreneurship innovations satellites space research start-ups Aalto Magazine Cooperation Värikäs maaston kartta interferometrisestä vaiheesta 19.–20. tammikuuta 2025, eri sävyjä. What windows does the Nokia Design Archive open? /en/news/what-windows-does-the-nokia-design-archive-open Wed, 14 May 2025 12:07:05 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1314326 at /en Early this year, news spread worldwide about the opening of Nokia’s design history at Aalto University – an extraordinary collection in both its richness and authenticity. The materials offer unique opportunities for research across various academic disciplines. Design Research Aalto University Magazine Archives Nokia design Aalto Magazine Research & Art A network visualisation of the Nokia Design Archive. Includes keyword search, filters, and a histogram of dates from 1992-2014. Wool electronics and orange peel clothing being created in Bioinnovation Center /en/news/wool-electronics-and-orange-peel-clothing-being-created-in-bioinnovation-center Wed, 14 May 2025 06:56:38 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1314143 at /en Doctoral researchers at Aalto University Bioinnovation Center discuss accelerating the sustainable bioeconomy, the importance of collaboration and bold entrepreneurial dreams. Materials and natural resources Research Aalto University Magazine Bioinnovation center CHEM, Doctoral Programmes tohtorikoulutus Aalto Magazine Research & Art Erilaisia tekstuurisia ja värikkäitä kangasnäytteitä, kuten valkoinen, ruskea, sininen, punainen, beige ja vihreä, aseteltuna valkoiselle pinnalle. Alum Salla Vainio: An exceptional generalist /en/news/alum-salla-vainio-an-exceptional-generalist Mon, 12 May 2025 13:58:59 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1313994 at /en Little did a young business student know that the most valuable lessons of her career wouldn’t come from lectures but from student union work. Over the years, Salla Vainio has found herself in many extraordinary situations in leadership roles around the world. Aalto stories Careers University Aalto University Magazine Alumni stories alumni alumni activity Aalto Magazine Hymyilevä henkilö, jolla on oranssi takki ja mustat hanskat, pitelee kirjaa nimeltä 'ART'. The refreshed Aalto University Magazine follows the money /en/news/the-refreshed-aalto-university-magazine-follows-the-money Wed, 07 May 2025 13:47:13 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1313208 at /en The May issue explores the relationship between the university and money. University Aalto University Magazine Aalto Magazine Puun takana seisova henkilö pitelee kahta vaaleanpunaista aikakauslehteä, taustalla rakennus. Will future experts be educated with fewer euros? /en/news/will-future-experts-be-educated-with-fewer-euros Wed, 07 May 2025 08:03:57 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1312778 at /en Universities struggle with shrinking funding while expectations continue to rise. New revenue streams and broad societal support are more critical than ever. Donations University Aalto University Magazine donating endowment politics Aalto Magazine University Kollaasi: punatiilinen rakennus epäsäännöllisine ikkunoineen, kirkas atrium korkeilla seinillä, valoa heijastava valkoinen pintakuvio. Unravelling the mysteries of space /en/news/unravelling-the-mysteries-of-space Wed, 02 Oct 2024 09:03:27 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1213751 at /en Located in Kirkkonummi, southern Finland, Metsähovi Radio Observatory collects information on the Sun, quasars, and black holes, while training space scientists of the future. Technology and engineering Research Aalto University Magazine Metsähovi Radio Observatory space research Aalto Magazine Metsähovin tutkimusaseman alue rakennuksineen kuvattuna ylhäältä päin syksyisessä maisemassa metsän keskellä. The new Aalto University Magazine showcases the makers of the impossible /en/news/the-new-aalto-university-magazine-showcases-the-makers-of-the-impossible Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:47:26 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1181236 at /en The theme of the September issue aligns with the exhibitions opening on campus. University Aalto University Magazine Aalto Magazine Uuden Aalto University Magazinen suomenkielisiä ja englanninkielisiä numeroita kuvattuna Otaniemen urheilukentän juoksuradalla. Everyday choices: Kristjana Adalgeirsdóttir, what does an architect do in a war zone? /en/news/everyday-choices-kristjana-adalgeirsdottir-what-does-an-architect-do-in-a-war-zone Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:23:04 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1185826 at /en This doctoral researcher responds to the need for a home, not just a shelter – amid the most complex humanitarian crises. Living environments Arts and design Aalto University Magazine Department of Architecture Aalto Magazine Research & Art Kristjana Adalgeirsdottir kuvattuna talon kiviseinää vasten, talo on väriltään vaaleanpunainen, kuvassa on myös ikkuna. ‘Running a business isn’t so bad after all’ /en/news/running-a-business-isnt-so-bad-after-all Wed, 04 Sep 2024 06:26:17 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1185706 at /en Juho Uzkurt Kaljunen founded NPHarvest Oy based on his doctoral thesis with the aim of improving the nutrient cycle by recovering minerals from wastewater. The company’s first round of funding was a success. Innovations Research Aalto University Magazine Aalto Ventures Program entrepreneurship sustainability Aalto Magazine Research & Art Valkoiseen laboratoriotakkiin pukeutunut Juho Uzkurt Kaljunen seisoo harmaan seinän edessä ja on levittänyt kätensä. Threads of tomorrow – textiles that react to light and heat /en/news/threads-of-tomorrow-textiles-that-react-to-light-and-heat Mon, 02 Sep 2024 11:59:34 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1185656 at /en A joint Nordic project is developing light- and heat-reactive textiles. In the future, curtains will regulate room temperature, clothing will help monitor blood pressure, and cotton will clean itself in sunlight. Materials and natural resources Aalto University Magazine Department of Chemistry and Materials Science Multifunctional Materials Design textiles Aalto Magazine Research & Art Jaana Vapaavuori ja Anne Louise Bang kuvattuna kirkkaanvihreän tiiliseinän edessä. The weight of water – Finland is a powerhouse in water diplomacy /en/news/the-weight-of-water-finland-is-a-powerhouse-in-water-diplomacy Fri, 30 Aug 2024 06:46:29 +0000 Tiina Forsberg 1181781 at /en Experts explain how the scarcity of water impacts both global politics and the economy Research Aalto University Magazine water economy water research Aalto Magazine Research & Art Illustration where a fetus is inside a water bubble. The ice whisperers /en/news/the-ice-whisperers Thu, 29 Aug 2024 06:48:21 +0000 Minna Hölttä 1180266 at /en Professor Jukka Tuhkuri studies ice in Otaniemi and around the world. Ice has fundamentally changed – we’ve messed up, he says. Now we need to understand what that means for humanity. Research Aalto Ice Tank Aalto University Magazine climate change Aalto Magazine Kaksi tutkijaa kairaa jäätä Quantum literacy for all /en/news/quantum-literacy-for-all Thu, 01 Apr 2021 12:31:06 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 335186 at /en What do computers, cell phones and GPS navigation have in common? And what about digital cameras, solar panels and fibre optics? The answer is that the functioning of these devices is based on quantum phenomena. Research Technology and engineering Aalto University Magazine quantum computer quantum physics Aalto Magazine Research & Art InteraktiiQuantum Garden on interaktiivinen elektroninen valotaideteos, jota koskettamalla teoksen värit muuttuvat. Tummasävyisessä kuvassa kaksi kättä kurkottaa eriväristen valoantureiden päälle. A deep dive into radical creativity /en/news/a-deep-dive-into-radical-creativity Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:36:32 +0000 Minna Hölttä 962636 at /en Aalto University has produced a film to highlight its creative culture. Art and Creative Practices Innovations Aalto University Magazine Radical creatives movie radical creativity A woman dancing in front of a big building True or false? Space rockets can be made with a 3D printer /en/news/true-or-false-space-rockets-can-be-made-with-a-3d-printer Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:47:55 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 954701 at /en Assistant Professor Mika Salmi corrects common misconceptions about 3D printing. Salmi’s professorship focuses on sustainability in manufacturing. Technology and engineering 3D printing Aalto University Magazine Aalto Magazine Piirroskuvituksessa on siniasuinen mieshamo kumartuneena 3D-printterin ylle, kuvassa on myös maapallo, jonka yllä kulkee lentokone, sekä sormet, jotka pitelevät kuutiota, jossa lukee error!. Kuvitus: Studio Jenni & Jukka. Human, animal, machine: How three researchers reveal the dynamics of power across disciplines /en/news/human-animal-machine-how-three-researchers-reveal-the-dynamics-of-power-across-disciplines Tue, 05 Sep 2023 11:55:15 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 952946 at /en Whenever humans interact – with other humans, animals or technology – there are always power dynamics at play. Three researchers from different disciplines explain how they bring to light the hidden ways power is used in human interactions. Research Aalto University Magazine Aalto Magazine Research & Art Kuvituskuvassa suuren valkoisen pilven keskeltä nousee kevytrakenteinen pyramidi, joka koostuu toistensa sisällä olevista pienistä sinisistä pyramideista. Kuvitus: Iikkamatti Hauru. Dialogue: Let’s make resilience a community resource – not an individual obligation /en/news/dialogue-lets-make-resilience-a-community-resource-not-an-individual-obligation Thu, 07 Sep 2023 08:39:42 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 954156 at /en Is there any skill more important in today’s work world than the ability to cope during challenging times and bounce back quickly? Research Teaching Aalto University Magazine School of Business School of Engineering Aalto Magazine Jani Romanoff ja Maria Joutsenvirta seisovat hymyillen ja rinnakkain pienen välimatkan päässä toisistaan valkoisen seinän edessä. Kuvan yläosassa näkyy kuparipintainen portaikko. Joutsenvirta näyttää heiluttavan oikeaa kättään, josta lähtee kuvanmuokkauksella luotu sähkövirtaa muistuttava vaaleansininen viiva kiertäen yläkautta kohti Jani Romanoffin päätä. Kuva: Jaakko Kahilaniemi.