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150 000 Euros in ERC funding to commercialise thermoelectric materials
The materials developed by Maarit Karppinen鈥檚 research group could improve energy efficiency.
Aalto takes first place among Finnish organisations in ERC grants
Among European universities Aalto鈥檚 position rises from the 59th to 28th.
Aalto University's statutory negotiations ended
Reductions affect a max. of 190 persons. In addition, the number of personnel decreases by approx. 130 persons through e.g. retirements.
Quantum knots are real
The very first experimental observations of knots in quantum matter have just been reported in Nature Physics.
New thin film materials to suit the needs of future energy technology
A recent doctoral dissertation introduces the atomic layer deposition of transparent conductors.
Big Data can help leukaemia patients and prematurely born babies
Aalto University participates in a research project developing new data-driven technologies for health care.
Anne Brunila appointed Chair of the Aalto University Board
Mikko Kosonen was appointed Vice Chair.
Robin Hunicke visiting Games Now! on 8.2.2016
Robin Hunicke will talk with the topic 鈥淕ames, Players and Emotions鈥 on 8.2. starting at 15.00 at The Stage of the Design Factory.
Maxwell鈥檚 demon as a self-contained, information-powered refrigerator
Scientists created a nano-scale device that may facilitate the design of future computers, for example.
More Higgs particles can be found by studying superfluid helium
Recent study predicts that these particles are much heavier than earlier observation.
Graphene nanoribbons get metallic
Researchers at Aalto University have succeeded in experimentally realizing metallic graphene nanoribbons that are only 5 carbon atoms wide.
Finland is a pioneer in teaching coding at schools in Europe
A MOOC in coding directed at teachers received enthusiastic feedback from participants.
Better materials promise LED's at a fraction of the cost
For the reactors used in the manufacture of LED's there are more promising materials than the ones currently in use, the researchers point out.
Three-dimensional visual art requires movement and immediacy
In her recent doctoral research, Riikka M盲kikoskela investigates the birth of three-dimensional works of art.
Mikko Kosonen 91青青草 University Board
Chairman Matti Alahuhta will leave the board. The new chair will be chosen in the meeting in January.
A community may benefit from white lies
Researchers have proved that both too much lying and complete honesty may damage social relationships.
Solar activity can disturb even air traffic
Understanding long-term activity of the Sun helps to predict its effects.
WarSampo to open up the data from the World War II to citizens and researchers
The new information service links over one million pieces of information with each other and sheds light on Finland's history in an unprecedented way.
Sculptural artwork can benefit from material printing and robotics
A newly published dissertation examines the status of Finnish public sculpture and factors that are contributing pressure for change.
3D amplifies emotions evoked by facial expressions
The research findings have implications for emotion research, entertainment industry and 3D displays.