Marsio

Marsio. Experience tomorrow!

The Aalto Ahaa events continue. Embark on a journey of discovery with fellow curious minds. Public lectures in autumn 2025 (in Finnish):

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    Marsio. Experience tomorrow!

    Aalto University Junior Science Theatres are starting. Inspiring activities and thinking for 9–12-year-olds (in Finnish)

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      Marsio. Experience tomorrow!

      Marsio is the starting point for new knowledge amid the flood of information. Embark on a journey of discovery with fellow curious minds and dive below the surface

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        Join us in shaping a sustainable future!

        Together we can solve the grand challenges of society. Even small donations go a long way when there are many of us.

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          Marsio is Aalto University's meeting and event space open to everyone, located right at the heart of the campus. Welcome to fascinating events, exhibitions, lunch, and shopping at the Aalto University Shop!

          Spotlight

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          Aalto Ahaa public lecture 11.11. – Entrepreneurship

          Three experts take the listener to reflect on entrepreneurship, communality and sustainable business and their interconnections. The lecture is in Finnish.

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          Founder Talks #3: Miki Kuusi, CEO of Deliveroo and Head of DoorDash International

          Food arrives faster, cities feel closer, and an Aalto alum’s idea becomes a global platform. From founding Slush and Wolt to leading Deliveroo and DoorDash International, Miki Kuusi returns for Aalto Founder Talks #3 to share the decisions, toughest days, and personal journey behind Wolt’s €7 billion acquisition by DoorDash — and what today’s builders should do next.

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          Sustaining Places: new practices of design and architecture

          In this Design Interrupted talk, Anna-Riitta Kujala shares what it means to be responsible for urban vitality.

          The event is free, but requires registration.

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          Aalto Ahaa event series (in Finnish only)

          Dive deeper and embark on a journey into science and art with fellow curious minds. At the open lectures, three experts will share their perspectives on selected themes, allowing the audience to reflect on the impact of these topics on everyday life and the state of the world. The events are organized in collaboration with the City of Espoo. In autumn 2025, there will be three events held on Tuesdays 17.00-18.30. You can join the event on campus at Marsio or online or watch recordings.

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          Aalto Ahaa public lecture 16.9. – A journey to the possibilities of materials

          Three experts lead the listener to consider the sufficiency and circulation of materials in the green transition, the fashion industry and supply chains. The lecture is in Finnish.

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          Aalto Ahaa public lecture 14.10. – Inventions in everyday life

          Three experts lead the listener to think about the significance of inventions in building a better everyday life and a better world. The lecture is in Finnish.

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          Aalto Ahaa public lecture 11.11. – Entrepreneurship

          Three experts take the listener to reflect on entrepreneurship, communality and sustainable business and their interconnections. The lecture is in Finnish.

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          Aalto University Junior Science Theatre (in Finnish only)

          When curiosity is limitless, you can do anything! Aalto University Junior Science Theatre events, intended for 9-12-year-old students, will begin on the Aalto University campus in cooperation with the City of Espoo. 

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          Miraculous Materials 26.9. – Aalto University Junior Science Theatre

          Science theatre events, intended for 9-12-year-old students, will continue on the Aalto University campus (in Finnish only)

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          Curiosity and Senses 31.10. – Aalto University Junior Science Theatre

          Science theatre events, intended for 9-12-year-old students, will continue on the Aalto University campus (in Finnish only)

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          COP30 Debrief: Insights from UN Climate Change Conference

          What happened at COP30? Join us with inspiring guests from the Finnish delegation from the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference.
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          Advanced Energy Project Course Gala 2025

          This gala is the culmination of the Aalto Advanced Energy Project (AEP) course, where Energy Engineering MSc student teams carry out projects for external companies.
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          Aalto Creatives Demo Day | December 2025 (external link)

          Aalto Creatives Demo Day pitch event in Marsio where pre-incubator teams present their business ideas.
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          Introduction to Marsio Teaching Studio 10.12.2025

          Welcome to our introductory morning workshop for the Marsio Teaching Studio, designed specifically for Aalto teachers!
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          Exhibitions and public art at Marsio

          Both long-term, permanent, and temporary exhibitions are organized at Marsio.

          Designs for a Cooler Planet

          Aalto University’s biggest annual exhibition showcases interdisciplinary experiments from our researchers and students. Designs for a Cooler Planet will be held next in the autumn of 2026.

          The image shows a person holding a small, open, lamp-like object with both hands. The object has wooden covers and is filled with folded white paper. The paper resembles an accordion, giving a sense of lightness and airiness. The background is plain and light-colored, emphasizing the object’s form and details. The person wears a black long-sleeved garment and a dark purple wristband.

          Makers of the Impossible

          The Makers of the Impossible exhibition showcases seven wonderful examples of actions by Aaltonians. You can explore them online or in our brand-new Marsio building on campus. Welcome!

          Illustration

          Sharing Imaginations art collection

          The theme of Marsio building's public art collection follows the percent principle.

          Betoninen portaikko rakennuksen sisällä, seinällä värikäs maalaus, portaissa näkymästä poistumassa henkilö.

          Exhibitions

          Long-term, permanent, and temporary exhibitions.

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          Services at Marsio

          At Marsio, you can use these services: restaurant, Aalto University Shop and a wide range of Aalto Studios audiovisual services. In addition, Teacher Services offers support services for the digitalisation of teaching in Marsio's premises.

          Marsio
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          Visit us

          Marsio is located right in the heart of the campus at Otakaari 2.

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          Glitch artwork challenges to see art in a different light

          Laura Könönen's sculpture was unveiled on 14 October at the Otaniemi campus.
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          Presidential couple of Iceland visited Aalto University

          The state visit was hosted by President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb together with his spouse Suzanne Innes-Stubb
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          Aalto University President Ilkka Niemelä: Growth companies and established industries need people with new ideas

          University graduates have a valuable role to play in renewing society, says Ilkka Niemelä in his speech to open the academic year

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          Aalto University’s open-to all events will take you on a journey into research and art

          The events are produced in collaboration between Aalto University and the City of Espoo and they will take you from the flood of information to deeper insights. Discover also other events and exhibitions in Marsio building.
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