Product Development Gala 2026 (external link)
The Product Development Project course celebrates 30 years and the 22 student projects of 2026, showcasing functional prototypes of the products of the future.
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Assistance dogs interpret needs of the person they assist non-verbally
A recent study shows that assistance dogs not only help people with practical tasks, but also actively contribute to their care
Walter Ahlström Foundation donates €3 million to Aalto University
The donation will enable Aalto to establish a professorship in sustainable industrial production.
Tired of swiping? Now an AI simulation helps us understand why
Screen logging tells us where smart phone users tap and swipe, but now researchers have developed a musculoskeletal model that helps understand the physical effort that goes into these motions
Seven new honorary doctors in technology at Aalto University in 2026
The ceremonial conferment takes place on university campus in June.
Scientific conclusions depend on who performs the analysis
More than 450 independent researchers from around the world conducted over 500 re-analyses of datasets from one hundred previously published studies in the social and behavioural sciences. All analysts received the same data and the same central research question, but they were free to carry out the analysis based on their own expert judgment.
Aalto University in 2025: strong results in research, education and innovation activities
Aalto University continued to strengthen its impact in 2025Event highlights
Aalto Founder Talks #8: Maija Itkonen, Founder and CEO of Onego Bio
Maija is a designer, innovator, third time founder who has built and exited two tech companies and one of the pioneers in the alternative protein field. Currently she’s acting as CEO and Co-Founder of Onego Bio.
Where is urban green in climate action? (external link)
The final seminar of the CO-CARBON research project, Where is urban green in climate action?, will be held on Wednesday, May 20, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Think Corner, University of Helsinki.
The REAL reason Shackleton's Endurance sank | New scientific analysis
Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance has long been thought the strongest polar ship of its time. But what if the heroic narrative we bought into isn’t the whole truth? Sea‑ice scientist, Professor Jukka Tuhkuri (Aalto University) uncovers evidence that challenges the century‑old narrative of why the ship was lost.
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Aalto, Sitra and Lovable launch AI Summer Program
A new summer program brings together students, Finnish public sector organisations and AI tools to develop digital services.
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Cross-border collaboration at the European Student Assembly
Master’s student Fatima Mohammad Amin represented Aalto and the Unite! alliance at the European Student Assembly (ESA) 2026 in Strasbourg.
The School of Business hosts Copenhagen Business School to advance Nordic collaboration
CBS visited Aalto University School of Business to deepen Nordic collaboration through strategic dialogue, peer learning and shared development initiatives.Appointments
Open Call: Unite! Visiting Professorship Program at TU Darmstadt Germany
Aalto researchers, lecturers and professors are invited to apply for a visiting professorship at TU Darmstadt, offering a unique opportunity to teach, collaborate internationally, and contribute to innovative education.
New professors appointed to the School of Arts, Design and Architecture
A summary of all new professors appointed since September 2024.
Ilkka Lakaniemi, Director of CKIR, has been appointed to the board of the Fulbright Finland Foundation
Fulbright programmes and scholarships are highly appreciated in the United States
Teaching and collaborating across Europe: Aalto researchers at TU Darmstadt
Hear from Aalto researchers about their experience at TU Darmstadt.For the media
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Bio-materials “cookbook” awakens the inventor within
The hands-on projects in Marvelous Materials encourage creative experimentation using ingredients from household cupboards, nature and even your compost bin
Natural luxury – Wooden crystals make fashion shine
Biomaterials and 3D-printing conjure a sparkle out of wood without harming people or the environment
Walk in my shoes
Inspired by the saying that you should walk a mile in someone’s shoes to understand them, the ‘Walk in my shoes’ series aims to share some of the experiences, thoughts, perspectives and challenges faced by members of the Aalto community.
A deep dive into radical creativity
Aalto University has produced a film to highlight its creative culture.
How to see trees and plants in a whole new light
A hyperspectral snapshot captures all the light in a scene, not just colours or infrared light. The extra information is useful in many applications, from agriculture and conservation to forensics and food safety.
Wardrobe of the Future shows the future of fashion (external link)
It is clear that the textile, clothing and fashion industries need to change. How do we do it? Discover the Aalto University community's visions for a sustainable fashion future.
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