CREATE (external link)
CREATE aims at developing innovative Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs).
Department of Chemistry and Materials Science
World-class research with high impact
The Department of Chemistry and Materials Science focuses on micro-, nano- and atomic scale engineering of compounds and materials. Our work in these areas encompasses synthesis, characterization and computational research.
Head of Department is Lasse Murtomäki. Link to his research group and contact information
Vice Head is Antti Karttunen. Link to his research group and contact information
The HR Partner of the Department is Tiina Torvinen.
Research
The research in the department focuses on advanced and functional materials, chemical synthesis, energy storage and conversion, as well as, molecular and materials modelling. Our teaching provides students a solid background for these topics.
Analytical Chemistry
Research group led by Professor Sakari Kulmala
Computational Chemistry
Research group led by Professor Kari Laasonen
Data-driven Atomistic Simulation (DAS)
Research group led by Miguel Caro
Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage
Research group led by Professor Tanja Kallio
Experimental and Theoretical Organic Synthesis
Research group led by Professor Juha Siitonen
Inorganic Materials Chemistry
Research group led by Professor Maarit Karppinen
Inorganic Materials Modelling
Research group led by Professor Antti Karttunen
Microfabrication
Research group led by Professor Sami Franssila
Multifunctional Materials Design
Group led by Professor Jaana Vapaavuori
Nanochemistry and Nanoengineering
Research group led by Professor Mady Elbahri
Physical Characteristics of Surfaces and Interfaces
Research group led by Professor Jari Koskinen
Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry
Research group led by Professor Lasse Murtomäki
Soft Materials Modelling
Group led by Senior Scientist Maria Sammalkorpi
Infrastructures:
Research infrastructure
We develop local and global networks
AALTOLAB (external link)
AALTOLAB is a virtual laboratory safety training platform developed at Aalto University. AALTOLAB helps both students and staff to maintain high-level safety standards in our laboratories.
Contact information:
Contact information for the research groups
Here you can find listed all the research groups at the department.
Contact information for the teaching staff
Here you can find the contact information for the teaching staff.
Collaboration:
See all the Aalto CHEM collaboration projects here
Elcorel (external link)
Electrochemical Conversion of Renewable Electricity into Fuels and Chemicals
Are you interested in studying at the School of Chemical Engineering? Here are our Chemistry and Material Science programmes:
- Aalto Bachelor's Programme in Science and Technology:
- Master's Programme in Chemical, Biochemical and Materials Engineering:
- Joint international Master's Programmes:
See all our school's programmes
- Doctoral studies: Aalto Doctoral Programme in Chemical Engineering
Moving to Finland
Here new students and employees can find useful tips for a smooth moving.
We also gathered information about families and recreational activities.
Moving to Finland
Via this page you’ll find information on practical issues regarding moving to Finland, such as social security, taxation and opening a bank account.
For families and spouses
Moving to Finland? Here you can learn more about practicalities.
Finding a private rental
For longer term accommodation in Helsinki region the best options are either renting or purchasing an apartment or a house. In case you are planning to purchase an apartment we recommend you to contact your bank and/or estate agencies to gain professional assistance and advice. Here you'll find information on renting an apartment, rental rates, and how to find an apartment.
Social life and recreation
Having social networks helps you feel at home! Aalto University organises many events and other possibilities for international staff and their families to meet and mingle and thus hopefully settle in smoothly. Some examples are Experiencing Finland and Aalto Club events. In addition, we have collected tips and links for you to find the most suitable information.
Get to know us
A maker of better materials
Professor Tanja Kallio develops ecological, safe and affordable materials for batteries and electrocatalysts.
Assistant Professor Juha Siitonen always wanted to be a chemist
Juha Siitonen, Doctor of Philosophy, started his five-year fixed term as Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science on 1 January 2022. The field of the professorship is organic chemistry.
Bacteria factories and soft robots
Tailored molecules and materials could revolutionise the chemicals industry, move fabrics and make solar panels more ecological.
Get to know us: Assistant Professor Antti Karttunen
Combining virtual reality with teaching.
Jari Koskinen was awarded The Order of the White Rose of Finland
Jari Koskinen received The Order of the White Rose of Finland
Jaana Vapaavuori: From dancer to researcher
Professor of functional nanomaterials would like to combine technology and art in her research.
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.
Young Researcher of the Year develops multifunctional materials
The Finnish Foundation for Technology Promotion has named Assistant Professor Jaana Vapaavuori as Young Researcher of the Year for 2020. Vapaavuori's work is guided by design thinking and the optimal utilisation of resources.
News
Makoto Ueki: MMD's and Aalto University's emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration offered invaluable lessons for my future career
Makoto Ueki on his summer internship project in Multifunctional Materials Design research group
'It was great to be part of the research team' - The semiconductor industry’s summer job program was a success
Donations from companies in the semiconductor industry enabled students Niko Lindh and Adrián Gutiérrez Cruz to get summer jobs with Aalto University research groups
Waste not: A new electrochemical method to recover noble metals as particles
The EARMetal process innovates with electrochemistry to efficiently recover noble metals from complex production solutions, potentially reducing environmental impacts and streamlining metal retrieval
At the frontiers of combining physics and biology: Workshop photo gallery and participant experiences
This three-day, international event included talks, poster presentations, and cross-disciplinary collaborationEvents
Public defence in chemistry, M.Sc. (Tech.) Amr Ghazy
Photoluminescence and upconversion properties of lanthanide-based atomic and molecular layer deposited thin films (Title of the thesis)
How to Share Research Data: Examples from Engineering and Human Sciences, Dec 5, 2023
Learn about publishing data and metadata with Data Agent & University Lecturer Dr. Clemens Icheln and Information Specialist Laura Mure.
Public defence in Materials Science, M.Sc. (Tech.) Jarkko Etula
Exploring the envelope of physical vapor deposition: Nano- and microstructured films for electrochemical applications (title of the thesis)
Public defence in Chemistry, M.Sc. (Tech.) Maisa Vuorte
Computational modelling of adsorption and aggregation in bio oils at multiple length scales (title of the thesis)Where to find us
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