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New research: Labeling carbon footprint affects the choices of mass catering customers – and the labeling method matters, too!
A recent study conducted in Germany shows that customers in a student canteen choose low-emission meals when presented with the carbon footprint of meals. This effect was strongest when the information was color-coded in a traffic-light scheme and translated into environmental costs in euros. According to one of the researchers, these findings could also be relevant for Finland, where mass catering is particularly popular.
Working group to prepare Aalto's tuition fee reform
Changes are planned to Aalto's tuition fees and scholarship programme. A working group has been appointed to prepare a proposal for 911±¬ÁÏÍø's future tuition fees and the renewed scholarship programme during the spring.
Free crop photos – new feature in material bank
Free crop is an easy way to crop a photo before downloading it.
Significant grants for science from the Finnish Cultural Foundation
A total of thirty individuals and research groups from 911±¬ÁÏÍø received grants from the Finnish Cultural Foundation for science and art. Professors Harri Lipsanen and Zhipei Sun and their team, were awarded a large grant to develop electronic components mimicking the structure and function of the human brain. Among the grantees is also Professor Mikko Alava, whose team is developing water-resistant foams as substitutes for plastic using AI-based methods.
Making creativity happen: new documentary shows how to foster a creative mindset
Companies and organisations can arrange screenings to encourage creativity and experimentation
Renewed business cards now available
This follows the tweaks made to the university visual identity last autumn.
Otaparkki parking fee will be reduced - further changes to parking on the Otaniemi campus
New changes will be implemented in mid-February
Students helped PwC respond to increasing competition in Tax and Legal Services market
PwC Finland utilises the results of the study in its own strategy work
Aalto granted 178 positions in doctoral education pilot
Most of the positions are in Finnish flagship programme areas
Students analysed the demand for K Group’s wellbeing services in three international markets
Customized student business project explored demand for K Group’s digital services related to wellbeing by analyzing market trends and consumer behavior
Updated presentation slides of the School of Business published
Everyone can use the slides or part of them when presenting the School of Business
Open Educational Resources MOOC for teachers and students
Understand how to use materials with open licences in a copyright-compliant manner.
Alum Saara Niskanen: 'Apply for internships or summer jobs with an open mind'
International Business alum Saara Niskanen works as a journalist for Talouselämä magazine and enjoys the possibility to talk about things that have an impact on people's lives.
Student feedback about teaching and courses is important
The feedback received from the AllWell? survey is utilised when trying to improve the students' ability to study
What is radical creativity? The recent film offers various interpretations
The film "Radical Creatives" expands our understanding of creativity and explores Aalto's culture in a compelling way.
Pekka Korhonen in memoriam
Korhonen contributed to the excellence in research and internationalisation of the School of Business.
Impact of strikes on university activities in January and February
Read more about the impact of political strikes and demonstrations on work.
Professors of the School of Business influence the editorial boards of academic journals
Being invited to the editorial board of a journal demonstrates appreciation for a professor’s work
Tiia Melander is the building attendant at Ekonominaukio 1
Service requests to building maintenance and feedback on cleaning should be given via the systems. The name of the building attendant updated on 2 April 2025, no other changes.
