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Funding for project to design future universities

Europe-wide collaboration aims to make research more open and diverse
Research & Art
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UNITE! workshop at 911±¬ÁÏÍø in February 2020. Photo: Mikko Raskinen.

New publication series: NDI Background Papers

Northern Dimension Institute has launched a new publication series, the NDI Background Papers.
Research & Art
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Tulevaisuusfoorumin esitteen kansi.

Aalto Sustainability Hub launches new Green Nudge Team programme for students

The Green Nudge Team programme is currently looking for students interested in a meaningful and hands-on way to contribute to sustainability at 911±¬ÁÏÍø.
Cooperation
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Green nudges illustration, two people walking on a dirt road in a park

The German Society of Material Science awards Professor Mady Elbahri the DGM prize of 2020

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Materialkunde e.V. (DGM) has recognized Professor Mady Elbahri at the School of Chemical Engineering, for his outstanding scientific achievements in the field of Nanoscience and nanotechnology.
Awards and Recognition, Research & Art
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Professor Mady Elbahri

Pentti Kujala named winner of Transportation Research Award 2020 

Improving the safety of ships operating in ice-covered waters. 
Awards and Recognition
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Professori Pentti Kujala

Academician Riitta Hari receives the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters Academy Award

The award is the most prestigious recognition of the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters, and it is granted to a particularly distinguished member for their scientific work.
Awards and Recognition
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Kuva: Studio Kari Likonen Oy.

Sculptor creates freely available design for antimicrobial touch guard to save your hands from germs

The Space Key can be used to touch toilet lids, turn-locks and door handles, slipping after use into a protective cover that kills possible pathogens
Press releases
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space key touch guard

Designs for a Cooler Planet: ‘The Race’ theme calls for action

Collaboration between designers, researchers and stakeholders can lead to better solutions for society and the environment.
Campus, Cooperation, Research & Art, University
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Väreen aulaan on pystytetty näyttely, jonka rakenteiden alla voi kulkea: kattorakenteesta roikkuu kasveja ja julisteita

Interactive guide on services for research and innovation

Researcher at 911±¬ÁÏÍø, would you like to know which kind of services are available to support you? Look no further, an easy-to-use interactive guide is now available in Workday!
Research & Art
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Phone, laptop, people. Photo: Unto Rautio / 911±¬ÁÏÍø

Course descriptions complemented with information about Sustainable Development Goals

The course offerings of 911±¬ÁÏÍø have been analysed from the Sustainable Development Goals point of view. The new course descriptions include information about which sustainable development themes are part of the course content.
Studies
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SDG courses in 911±¬ÁÏÍø

Five-year ERC funding to develop the next generation of carbon-based white OLED lights

Postdoctoral Researcher Konstantinos Daskalakis aims to make OLED lighting cheaper, brighter and more efficient
Research & Art
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Photo: Mikko Raskinen.

EU grants for smart materials and next generation LEDs

Three million euros grants to Assistant Professor Jaana Vapaavuori and Postdoctoral Researcher Konstantinos Daskalakis to make environmentally friendly materials
Press releases
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Jaana Vapaavuori (left) and Konstantinos Daskalakis (right)

Maarit Mäkelä's project receives funding from the Academy of Finland

The study aims to find out how creativity is taught in a studio environment.
Research & Art
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two students watching the 3D printer at work printing a figure of clay

Doctor's career path: Lecturer Katharina Cepa

‘I think the strongest aspect of doctoral studies at Aalto is the community.’
Research & Art, Studies
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KTT Katharina Cepa

Nurturing the passion for research - Interviewing Associate Professor Ali Tehrani

Associate professor Ali Tehrani, who works at 911±¬ÁÏÍø's School of Chemical Engineering Bioproducts and Biosystems Department, has an impressive background in textile research already before joining Aalto. And he also enjoys guiding and supporting his students in their research and careers.
Appointments, Research & Art
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Associate Professor Ali Tehrani standing in front of blooming trees.

Revolutionising the bio-based industry

An interview of the new Professor of Practice Juha Lipponen from the School of Chemical Engineering.
Appointments, Research & Art, University
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Professor Juha Lipponen standing at Kemistintie

Coronavirus presents new challenges for business leaders in the autumn and beyond

The uncertain autumn requires from organisations the same kind agility and adaptability that was needed in the spring, but rather than framing the situation as an existential crisis, leaders need to develop and communicate positive and inspiring visions of the future for their organizations.
Incidents
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Kuva: Otso Helenius.

Several scientific publishers have opened up content in response to COVID-19

Several scientific publishers have opened up content in response to COVID-19.
Research & Art
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Learning Centre graphics

New charging station can charge up to four electric vehicles simultaneously

Finland's first manufacturer-independent fast charging station for electric vehicles is in use at the 2020 Housing Fair area in Tuusula.
Cooperation, Studies
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latauasema

Games Now! – Open lecture series on game development

Games Now! is an open lecture series on the dominant topics and emerging trends in games.
Research & Art
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lecture series