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AI companions can comfort lonely users but may deepen distress over time
Long-term use of AI companions may give comfort, but research indicates it may negatively impact users’ wellbeing and their ability to navigate real world relationships.
Ability to harness quantum speed gains now within sight after researchers solve massive simulation problem in a heartbeat
The use of a quantum-inspired algorithm to calculate the unworkably vast potential properties of quantum materials is an early example of how quantum technology can be used to improve itself. The discovery could have future applications in dissipationless technology, for example to mitigate data centre heating.Our experts in the media
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Aalto, Sitra and Lovable launch AI Summer Program
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CS Special Seminar: Aurora Taira "Bookmarks and beyond: epigenetics in tumorigenesis and teaching outside the textbook"
This talk is arranged at the Department of Computer Science.
Responsible and ethical use of laboratory resources, May 5, 2026 (external link)
Learn about responsible and ethical use of laboratory resources.
Open dialogue with Finnish Foundations: Proposal tips for Aalto researchers
Did you know that Finland has more then 2700 Foundations supporting research and artistic activities? Join this event to meet the Finnish foundations representatives. Organised by the Aalto Research Support Services and the Donor engagement team.
CS Special Seminar: Juho Vepsäläinen "Teaching the Next Web – From hybrid rendering to agentic hypermedia"
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