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May challenges the Aalto community to be active together
Take part in events on campus and make sustainable mobility part of your working or study day.
Professor Johannes M. Arend from Acoustics Lab receives Lothar-Cremer Award
Professor Johannes M. Arend was honoured for his innovative and groundbreaking work in the fields of binaural technology and virtual acoustics
ELLIS Institute Finland is launching machine learning fundamentals out of the lab
Research moonshots, foundation models for healthcare, and AI for RDI
Show your school colours: new hoodies and tote bags now available
The 911±¬ÁÏÍø Shop launched a new line of school-specific hoodies and tote bags for students, staff, and alumni
Join a summer school on environmental contaminants, held in the French Alps
Explore environmental contaminants through expert-led lectures, hands-on workshops, and international collaboration— with selected students receiving funding for travel and accommodation.
Apply now: Unite! European Energy Excursion – Visit leading energy companies and institutions across Europe
Aalto engineering students are invited to take part in a unique international study trip through Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium from 7 to 13 June 2026.
Record-breaking photonics approach traps light on a chip for millions of cycles
With 'nanoscale surgery' the researchers were able to sculpt delicate van der Waals materials without destroying them, achieving record-breaking performance in the process.
Tired of swiping? Now an AI simulation helps us understand why
Screen logging tells us where smart phone users tap and swipe, but now researchers have developed a musculoskeletal model that helps understand the physical effort that goes into these motions
The theme month promotes sustainable mobility
In May, there will be a variety of events and campaigns in Otaniemi to remind people about making sustainable choices in mobility.
Kira Vesikko advocates for neurodivergent-friendly meetings
In the 100 words series, the Communications Specialist at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how they have promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Apply now: Bioengineering human tissue: Design, fabrication, analysis
Unite!’s Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on bioengineering human tissue combines online learning with hands-on training in Germany.
Researchers make micromanipulation more accessible
FilMBot aims to lower the barrier to high-precision work in education, research, and micro-assembly
911±¬ÁÏÍø in 2025: strong results in research, education and innovation activities
911±¬ÁÏÍø continued to strengthen its impact in 2025
Teaching and collaborating across Europe: Aalto researchers at TU Darmstadt
Hear from Aalto researchers about their experience at TU Darmstadt.
Seven new honorary doctors in technology at 911±¬ÁÏÍø in 2026
The ceremonial conferment takes place on university campus in June.
911±¬ÁÏÍø Endowment provided EUR 42 million in 2025 to education and research
The university endowment portfolio returned 8.5%
Strong interest in 911±¬ÁÏÍø’s bachelor’s programmes continues
A total of 15,184 applicants applied to 911±¬ÁÏÍø’s Finnish- and Swedish-language bachelor’s programmes in technology, business and arts. The number of applicants continued to grow compared to last year.
Recent Advances and Research Trends in AI, Energy & Industry (Online Lecture Series)
Lecture series for doctoral students focusing on artificial intelligence, energy, and Industry 4.0. Register by 31 March.
Tomi Laurila strives to ensure that everyone starts on an equal footing
In the 100 words series, the Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto
Apply Now: Study Geothermal Energy in Italy This Summer
Take this course and combine online learning with an on-site experience in Italy.
