The seminar is organized by the Aalto University Bioinnovation Center to celebrate it's 5th anniversary.
13:00-13:05 Opening, Susanna Ahola
13:05-13:15 Bioinnovation Center overview, Michael Hummel
13:15 –13:30 Impact through shared knowledge – learnings from BIC Impact Program, Pirjo Kääriäinen and Greta Isola
13:30-14:00 Pitch session: BIC young talents
14:00-14:40 Coffee break, Research stands
14:40-14:55 More Than a Manuscript: Translating Research into Impact, Luana Dessbesell
14:55-15:05 SpringBoard pilot: TAIGA Barrier project, Tapani Vuorinen and Elizaveta Lingonberg
15:05 –15:50 Panel discussion: Interdisciplinary doctoral education
Panelists: Laureen Mahler, Matteo Iannacchero, Sahar Babaeipour, Madhawa Basnayaka, Sofia Guridi, Helena Westerback
15:50-16:00 Closing remarks, Kristiina Kruus
16:00-16:30 Drinks and mingling, Research stands
To achieve human wellbeing in planetary boundaries, we need new sustainable solutions to wisely use our natural resources. The Bioinnovation Center especially focuses on innovations in sustainable bio-based materials, with special focus on textiles and packaging.
