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Student Niko Lindh: The importance of semiconductor technology is emphasised from the beginning of studies
Niko Lindh, who is studying in the Functional Materials major, will be working in a research group at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science during the summer. He believes that the experience in research work will be beneficial for his future career.

Pauliina Ilmonen: The scientific community is like my second family
'The moment when the new doctors receive the hats is the one that gets me particularly emotional. There is plenty of work behind each new doctoral degree and that work has a huge societal impact.'

Aalto University ranks #1 in Finland in QS Ranking
Overall Aalto rises to 109th worldwide and is ranked 39th in employer outcomes

Board brings international dimension 91ÇàÇà²Ý fundraising
The Fundraising Advisory Board, established by Aalto University in 2022, provides advice and assistance for creating networks to find potential new donors

Summer party for newcomers and buddies was all about sharing onboarding experiences and solving escape rooms challenges
An Aalto 'buddy' is a new employee’s colleague who supports them settling in91ÇàÇà²Ý. The first-ever summer party for newcomers and buddies took place on June 6 at the Trap Factory. All the newcomers of 2022 and their buddies were invited, and around 50 attended the event.
The 2023 Ceremony Week culminated in Ceremonial Conferment of Doctoral Degrees in Technology - 53 new doctors received their hats
This year's event is hosted by School of Science - see photo gallery of the event below

Nature-inspired hierarchical material design: exploring micro- and nanoscale pores for enhanced functionality
Researchers from the Multifunctional Materials Design research group created a hierarchical structure made up of micro- and nanoscale pores

DigiEduHack is here again: prepare your challenge or apply as a participant!
DigiEduHack is an EU initiative that aims to foster grassroots innovation, collaboration and creativity and to drive positive change in digital education. Everyone is welcome to participate and contribute to the future of digital education.

National Researcher's Profile Tool launched
Researchers can create a nationally visible profile in Research.fi portal. Profile is compiled with information transferred from organisations and ORCID service and information already transferred to Research.fi. Released in November 2022 as a beta version, the Researcher's Profile Tool was officially launched on 25 May 2023.

In September, 15 new Academy Researcher Fellows will start at Aalto
The Academy of Finland has granted Aalto University funding for 15 Academy Research Fellowships

Nearly 20 million euros for research
A total of 45 researchers received Academy Research Fellow and Academy Project funding from the Academy of Finland

Kari Tammi and Jussi Ryynänen appointed deans
Professor Kari Tammi will start as Dean of the School of Engineering on 1 July and Professor Jussi Ryynänen will become Dean of the School of Electrical Engineering on 1 August

Napping pods opened for use
Campus' first napping pods have opened for use. Please read the instructions before booking a pod!

Love and poetry - the artists were inspired by the passion conveyed by the university's research
Engineering Materials, an art collection for K1, K2, and K3 buildings, was published

Kurotuksia - Higher Powers student exhibition blending math and arts opened at Heureka
Aalto University's interdisciplinary course "Crystal Flowers in Mirror Rooms: Mathematics meets Art and Architecture" culminates in the exhibition Kurotuksia - Higher Powers, which opens today at Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre. It celebrates a decade of promoting interdisciplinary interaction in the course and is the second time the course has an exhibition at Heureka.

Strengthening the collaboration in the bioproduct sector between Finland and the United States
At the end of May, a large American delegation visited Finland to familiarize themselves with our forest and wood sector expertise. FinnCERES, the materials bioeconomy Flagship led by Aalto University and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, is involved in developing new business opportunities through bio-based material innovations.

Aalto University hosts annual meeting of the leading Nordic technical universities and assumes Nordic Five Tech presidency
The two-day event focused on addressing global challenges while aligning with Nordic values.

Sofia Guridi is designing a better world with smart textiles
Sofia Guridi, a doctoral student at Aalto University’s Bioinnovation Center, wants to introduce bio-based smart textiles that help improve people’s everyday life.

Inspiring students teach Aalto University Junior workshops as experts in their fields
Junior offers children and young people a peek at Aalto University’s offerings. Read more about the activities and how you can donate to support the education of future professionals
