Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis

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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.

Aalto University / Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis

For full information on the department, visit:

math.aalto.fi

Our research groups:

News

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Want to meet the future of deep tech? NORDEEP at Dipoli, Sept 16–17, 2026

At NORDEEP, inventors and founders can connect with investors, and Aalto’s researchers can explore the deep tech startup world and connect with peers who have already ventured into it. Tickets are available for Aaltonians.
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Research & Art Published:

Emotions help explain why people click phishing emails

Researchers call for information security training to take emotions into account more effectively.
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Studies Published:

Keep in touch: a friend book for building your student network

A student team designed a friend book for Aalto University Shop to help students build contacts and make connections.
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Research & Art, University Published:

New podcast explores Finnish contributions to artificial intelligence

Researchers Arno Solin ja Eric Malmi interview pioneers, entrepreneurs and experts about the AI field's history, disruptive consequences and the probability of humanity's destruction.

Events

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Public defences

Public defence in the field of Engineering Physics, MSc Shanming Hu

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Lectures and seminars
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Exhibitions

Designs for a Cooler Planet 2026 exhibition

Curious to catch a glimpse of tomorrow? Welcome to experience our largest exhibition of the year!
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Academic events, Students

Aalto Day One 2026 – Aalto University Opening of the Academic Year

Welcome to Aalto University’s Opening of the Academic Year on 1 Sep 2026 in Otaniemi. Aalto Day One brings the Aalto community together for the opening ceremony, the Aalto Awards and Aalto Party.

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