Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis
Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis
Our main research areas are algebra and discrete mathematics, analysis, applied mathematics and mechanics, stochastics and statistics, and systems analysis and operations research. We offer major and minor studies at both bachelor's and master's levels and provide doctoral research training. Our graduates have been recruited by universities, research institutes, governmental agencies as well as companies in the financial, energy and transportation sectors.
For full information on the department, visit:
Our research groups:
Research groups working on algebra and discrete mathematics
Research groups working on mathematical analysis
Research groups working on applied mathematics and mechanics
Research groups working on stochastics and statistics
Research groups working on systems and operations research.
News
Apply Now: Unite! Visiting Professorships at TU Graz
TU Graz, Austria, invites experienced postdoctoral researchers to apply for two fully funded visiting professorships. The deadline for expressions of interest is 20 February 2026, and the positions will begin on 1 October 2026.
The Finnish Cultural Foundation awarded grants for science and art
A total of 15 individuals or groups from Aalto University received grants
Everyday choices: Frank Martela, should we take happiness seriously?
Insights from an assistant professor and philosopher who studies human well-being and motivation.
Happiness at work can’t be fixed with gratitude journals, says Aalto doctoral researcher
Ashish Thapliyal teaches ‘the science of happiness’.Events
Public defence in Computer Science, M.Sc. Charles Koutcheme
Towards Automated Programming Feedback with Open-Weight Language Models (title changed on 19.1.2026) (title of the thesis).
HAIC Talk with Markus Miettinen: The Cornucopia of security research is stuffed with AI (external link)
Professor Markus Miettinen from the University of Jyväskylä will give a HAIC Talk on Monday 23.2.2026.
Aalto University alumni event in Hong Kong
We warmly welcome Aalto University alumni to an alumni event in Hong Kong on 23rd February 2026.
Power of Networking (external link)
Power of Networking focuses on strategic networking, not as a buzzword, but as a practical skill for entrepreneurs and innovators alike.Where to find us
Undergraduate Centre
Otakaari 1
