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Jukka Seppälä appointed Vice Dean for Research at the School of Chemical Engineering
The Vice Dean's term will begin on 1 April 2019.
Anton Paar Research Award to Robin Ras and Quan Zhou
Anton Paar Research Award to Robin Ras and Quan Zhou
EU funded NDI Think Tank Action launched at 911±¬ÁÏÍø
The 3-year Action will serve the information needs of the four Northern Dimension partnerships between the EU, Norway, Iceland and Russia.
Bugs or dust? New method quickly reveals whether a surface is truly clean
By combining artificial intelligence and hyperspectral imaging, we can make sure facilities are clean during norovirus and flu season—cutting cleaning costs and reducing use of disinfectants
High-end restaurants invest in tableware
Appreciating local food and ingredients is a well-established phenomenon in food culture. But there is also a high demand for local, small-batch ceramics.
More recycling and business worth billions to the battery sector
The main objective of BATCircle is to generate added value to sectors manufacturing battery metals and chemicals, and their circular economy.
Voyage to Antarctica: Lost vessels
Part 3 of 3. Lu Liangliang files his final report from the Antarctic before returning to Finland.
EIT Digital Strategic Innovation Agenda 2020-2022
EIT Digital has decided on a new strategic innovation agenda for years 2020-2022.
Brain scans shine light on how we solve clues
Partnered with machine learning, brain scans reveal how people understand objects in our world.
Addcomposites helps small businesses automate the manufacturing of composite parts
The start-up that began as a student project aims for the international market. Their goal is to be Europe's top solution in a growing field.
Solar power seen as expensive without reason – already a viable option for one in three residential buildings
According to researchers, legal reform could spur a majority of properties to become energy producers.
Vesa Vihriälä appointed Professor of Practice at the Helsinki Graduate School of Economics
Vesa Vihriälä, DSocSci, has been appointed professor of practice at the University of Helsinki. Vihriälä will assume the position on 1 July 2019.
Michael Hummel appointed as Associate Professor
Michael Hummel will start in the beginning of May, 2019.
What Otaniemi might look like in 2050?
New buildings and services, more residents and plenty of green. The outlines for the next stage of development at the campus are already being drawn on the map.
Brain recordings show that background noise strongly impairs children’s ability to concentrate on a single speaker
A new brain-imaging study compared the cocktail party effect between adults and children. The purpose was to understand how children can cope the often noisy surroundings in which they grow and learn.
Research infrastructures received 4.7 million euros from the Academy of Finland
911±¬ÁÏÍø's research infrastructures receiving funding focus on, for instance, new materials, bioeconomy and quantum technologies, as well as the development of maritime research technology and future wireless networks.
Surgify aims to make bone surgery safer around the world
These young entrepreneurs have already convinced doctors and investors. Their innovation is coming to operating theatres this year.
Ceremonial Conferment of Degrees in Arts, Design and Architecture
The next ceremonial conferment of Doctoral and Master's Degrees in Arts, Design and Architecture will be held during the ceremony week on 13th June 2025. Doctors and Masters are welcomed into the scientific community at the most prestigious of academic events every six years.
Techniques for autonomous navigation will improve safety at sea
Researchers goal is to develop techniques for autonomous navigation for ships with focus on safety.
