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Using lignin to replace fossil materials

Ball-like lignin particles developed by researchers open up completely new possibilities for the utilisation of lignin.
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The research and utilisation of ball-like lignin particles  is still new, but the production is already possible in batches of several kilogrammes. That makes it possible to test them in different applications, says Professor Monika Österberg. Photo: Glen Forde/Materials Platform

First truly black solar modules roll off industrial production line

Joint European R&D team shows that black silicon with reflectance below 1% is ready for industrial solar panel production.
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A summer job at the University is independent and flexible, but requires a lot of initiative

The School of Electrical Engineering annually hires tens of students for a range of summer jobs.
Studies
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Sähkötekniikan korkeakoulun opiskelija kesätöissä elektroniikan ja naotekniikan laitoksella, kuva: Aalto-yliopisto / Linda Koskinen

Nearly half of residents in housing companies would like to acquire solar panels – spreading requires legislative amendment

Gaps in legislation are preventing the adoption of solar PV in Finnish housing companies.
Press releases, Research & Art
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Towards high-quality science education for all

European-wide research project aims at fostering science learning outside the classroom.
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EIT RawMaterials is one of the key actors in the European Battery Alliance

EIT RawMaterials contribution to the European Battery Alliance. Sustainable Materials as Key Enablers for Future Mobility.
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EIT Raw Materials is one of the key actors in the European Battery Alliance

Responsibility is a core activity for more and more businesses

Progressive businesses seek to solve global challenges. SuomiAreena panel discussion will explore the criteria for sustainable business.
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EIT InnoEnergy plays pivotal role within the European Battery Alliance

EIT InnoEnergy is proud to be instrumental in European Battery Alliance.
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911±¬ÁÏÍø received EUR 15.9 million from the Academy of Finland September call

911±¬ÁÏÍø received EUR 15.9 million from the Academy of Finland September call
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Future of 911±¬ÁÏÍø campus

Urban planning and campus development in focus at Hook’18.
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Aalto Festival Hook'18 Kuva: Lasse Lecklin / Aalto-yliopisto

Dissertation: Co-creation between NGOs and companies is increasing

Non-governmental organizations have a lot to give to companies entering low-income markets. However, co-creation is bounded by unequal power-relations and different goals, shows the doctoral research of Tytti Nahi.
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Tytti Nahi's two-and-half-year empirical study includes seven company–NGO partnerships in India and Sri Lanka.

What might musical instruments of the future look like?

A 5-year grant from the Academy of Finland will allow Koray TahiroÄŸlu and his research team to explore digital musical interactions.
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Defence of dissertation in the field of water and environmental engineering, Antonina Kruglova, M.Sc.

Cold climate brings new challenges to modern wastewater treatment.
Studies
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Aalto-yliopisto / Kandidaattikeskus / luentotila 1 / kuva: Tuomas Uusheimo

Cruise ship of the future: same size, one fifth more passengers

Concepts for ships designed by students were enthusiastically received by industry.
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Creating cruise ships requires research

The doctoral dissertation of shipbuilder Sisko Hellgren is a study into building cruise ships in a shorter time and at a lower expense – without sacrificing quality.
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Research Alliance to drive innovation in the automation of transport and logistics

Finland is home to technological excellence with world-leading experience in the development of autonomous transport and logistics.
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World Challenge 2018 Finals in Finland on 27–30 August – work for a better world

Innovators are invited to develop apps that improve life on earth by utilising satellite data.
Cooperation
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Call a Researcher! a new way for research to have societal impact

Fifteen researchers offered their knowledge on digitalization through free one hour Skype discussions.
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Finding the unknown, D.Sc. Natalie Segercrantz

Doctoral graduate Natalie Segercrantz likens research work to being an explorer. In a laboratory, one can encounter something that has never been witnessed before.
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Breakthrough in lignin research: spherical particles multiply enzyme efficiency

Lignin, a pulp industry by-product, could replace fossil materials.
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Reaktioastian pohjalla näkyvät biokatalyytit, jotka sisältävät pallomaisia ligniinipartikkeleita rakennetta tukevassa luonnollisessa polymeeriseoksessa, avaavat uusia mahdollisuuksia vedessä tapahtuville synteettisille reaktioille. Kuva: Valeria Azovskaya