Department of Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is a leading multidisciplinary research establishment with strong industrial ties and impact on industry and society alike.
The weight of water – Finland is a powerhouse in water diplomacy
Experts explain how the scarcity of water impacts global politics and the economy – and how water diplomacy makes the impossible possible.
Up to 80% of work on construction sites is inefficient
Constant interruptions also affect workplace safety, according to a recent doctoral thesis.
‘Running a business isn’t so bad after all’
Juho Uzkurt Kaljunen started a company based on his doctoral thesis with the aim of recovering minerals from wastewater.
Future buildings are both producers and users of energy
An innovative new structure developed at Aalto University improves the efficiency of plate heat exchangers by up to 20%.
Latest news
Researchers develop first carbon-negative binder material - Significant impact on emissions from infra building
Researchers have developed a binder material that can replace carbon-intensive cement
Recycling campaign starts on Otaniemi campus
We will launch a waste recycling campaign on the Otaniemi campus in early October. The aim is to increase the recycling rate and reduce the amount of mixed waste.
Keys to your wellbeing series is in Aaltogether
The Aaltogether Keys to your wellbeing series: science-based articles, podcasts, videos, trainings and exercises for the community.
Aalto University graduates feel well prepared for working life
Aalto University graduates feel that their degree is valued in the labour market.Events
Artificial Creativity – Aalto LASER Talks
Is artificial intelligence simply a tool, or does it possess creative capabilities?
From Lab to Market (external link)
An event series bringing together research and entrepreneurship.
Public defence in Water and Environmental Engineering, M.Sc. (Tech) Vili Virkki
Human-driven water cycle modifications and their importance in the Earth system – how human activities change the freshwater cycle.
ACRE Day October 9th 2024
Together on campus: building the future through interaction!Departments
Our research focuses on Arctic technology, sustainable built environments, mechanics and materials, multidisciplinary energy technologies and systems design and production.
To find out more about research at the School of Engineering, visit our departments' pages:
Department of Civil Engineering
The Department of Civil Engineering aims to build the structures of tomorrow through research, education and collaboration.
Department of Built Environment
Water resources, spatial data, sustainable asset management and safe transportation.
Contact information: School of Engineering
Contact details for the School of Engineering.
Management of School of Engineering
Information regarding governance and decision-making in the School of Engineering.
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Our work at the School of Engineering is inspired by the needs of society. We seek to contribute to the development of society by taking an active role in Finnish and international life – dialogue with a variety of stakeholders and cooperation agreements with the Capital Region municipalities and key partners support this aim.
Foundation for Aalto University Science and Technology
The Foundation supports the scientific research and teaching of technical disciplines. The Foundation awards grants for MSc and DSc theses on a continuous basis, with the help of industry-donated funds. - What's new: Doctoral student grants of Spring 2024 call have been awarded, see more in section Grants from the Foundation's own funds.
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Facilities
The School of Engineering operates in a number of buildings at the Otaniemi campus of Aalto University.
Otakaari 4
Mechanical engineering 1, K1
Rakentajanaukio 4
Construction engineering, ACRE
Tietotie 1
Marine Technology, Aalto Ice and Wave Tank
Tietotie 1 E
Water and Environmental Engineering, Water Building, Mon-Fri 8.00–15.45
Puumiehenkuja 3
Mechanical engineering 2, K2
Viima
Puumiehenkuja 5
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