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Physicists use machine learning to find out how layered gases and metals melt

The research team, which included a Nobel Prize winner, found out how layered materials confined in two dimensions transition between states.
Research & Art
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Prof. Robin Ras elected as member of the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters

Membership of the Academy is awarded to scientists distinguished in their field. Ras is an internationally prominent researcher of surfaces and wetting.
Awards and Recognition
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Aalto computer scientists in AISTATS 2025

International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Statistics
Research & Art
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Join us for the Aalto Open Science Award 2024 Ceremony

All Aaltonians are welcome – no registration required!
Awards and Recognition, Research & Art
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Aalto Open Science Award Ceremony, May 20, 2025, 1-2.30pm, Mordor A Grid, Otakaari 5 02150 Espoo. Programme: Welcome words, award video screening, AALTOLAB, Aki Vehtari, Rupesh Vyas, panel discussion on open science, coffee & ice cream. All Aaltonians welcome!

Prof. Anton Zasedatelev: Light and matter in the quantum realm

The new Assistant Professor aims to develop optical computing technologies operating at the fundamental limits of speed and energy.
Appointments, Research & Art
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Astronomers observe largest ever sample of galaxies up to over 12 billion light years away

New observations give researchers unique insight into how galaxies have evolved since the universe was under a billion years old.
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AI that mirrors how humans behave can drive better designs for keyboards and charts

The human-like performance of these AI models is also transparent, paving the way for explainable AI and better human-computer interaction.
Press releases, Research & Art
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Comparison of human scanpaths and model predictions for data relating to theme park visits, using bar graphs and heatmaps.

Aalto computer scientists in CHI 2025

Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems.
Research & Art
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New mapping approach shows wolverine population spreading in Finland

The study introduces a new approach to mapping the occurrence and distribution of animal species.
Press releases, Research & Art
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Honorary Doctors in Arts and Design 2025

The School of Arts, Design and Architecture has granted the title of Honorary Doctor to six distinguished professionals in the fields of art and design.
Awards and Recognition, University
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Can gaming support mental health? Researchers to present Dark Souls study at CHI '25

A well-known role-playing videogame is helping players cope with real-world challenges like depression, say researchers from 911±¬ÁÏÍø.
Press releases, Research & Art
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Aalto computer scientists in ICLR 2025

International Conference on Learning Representations
Research & Art
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A digital twin in the mining industry gets a machine learning boost

Optimizing and visualizing the mining process requires combining physics and data-driven approaches.
Cooperation, Research & Art
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Low-emission local energy enhances campus energy self-sufficient

The solution relies on combining local production and the district heating system, as well as low-temperature and cooling networks.
Campus
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Finnish forest industry is renewing through academic research and innovation

The FinnCERES Flagship is advancing long-term, high-impact research that drives innovation, economic growth, and societal development towards a sustainable bioeconomy.
Cooperation, Research & Art
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Doctoral thesis on nuclear fusion at over one hundred million degrees Celsius awarded European physics prize

Henri Kumpulainen's PhD thesis found out how to best predict the behaviour of fusion energy materials in temperatures of over one hundred million degrees Celsius.
Awards and Recognition, Studies
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Biketti containers arrive on campus – making bike parking safer and more convenient

The innovative Biketti improves cycling conditions on campus.
Campus, University
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An autonomous car driving around Helsinki and Espoo helps cities solve future problems

Geospatial data can help prepare for extreme weather, floods and the degradation of roads.
Cooperation, Research & Art
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Participate in a survey conducted by the University of Turku!

Dear student, participate in a survey conducted by the University of Turku that examines the well-being of international students at Finnish universities.
Studies
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Keys to growth: This is how the university for all of Finland's children works

911±¬ÁÏÍø Junior is a champion of equal opportunities and hands-on learning, growing in popularity year after year. Veli-Matti Ikävalko, who leads the work, shares how this window into Aalto was created—and how the university spark is ignited.
University
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