School of Science

Research for a better world

We aim to change the world for the better

We Are The School of Science. Through our internationally-acclaimed high-level research we aim to make a significant impact on society.

The research at our school focuses on advanced energy solutions, condensed matter and materials physics; creation and transformation of technology based business; data science and artificial intelligence; health technology; neuroscience; and software engineering.

Get to know more information about us below, including information on joining us to research and study.

Artistic image of a graphene bolometer controlled by electric field. Credit: Heikka Valja.

A new paper published in Nature shows potential for graphene bolometers to become a game-changer for quantum technology

30.9.2020 News

Two white-face sakis sitting on a tree branch and grooming in Korkeasaari Zoo

The use of sounds is a promising way to improve the life and wellbeing of animals living in captivity

7.10.2020 News

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Research & Art Published: 21.10.2020

Nordic project to enhance circularity of textiles

Doubling the life of textiles will reduce the climate impact by 40-50%. Still most of the used textiles generated in the Nordic region is incinerated instead of being reused, remanufactured and recycled. To enhance circularity of textiles a two-year Nordic project has been initiated.

Professori Nitin Sawhney istumassa rannalla, kuva: Veera Konsti

Aalto Magazine, Research & Art Published: 20.10.2020

Everyday choices: Nitin Sawhney, how do we cooperate in times of crisis?

Professor Sawhney examines the role of technology and cooperation in crisis using transdisciplinary human-centered design practices.

Student Ekaterina Shmeleva from School of Science standing at Otaniemi campus / photo Aalto University, Matti Ahlgren

Studies Published: 20.10.2020

‘I’m happy I didn’t go anywhere else’ – HAIC scholars very satisfied with their studies at Aalto

As top applicants, Rina Shmeleva and Parinaz Avaznejad received scholarships for their master’s studies and now they share their study experiences

Illustration displaying hands writing letters RAND on a yellow background

Research & Art Published: 19.10.2020

CofeRefinery went online and attracted over a hundred participants from all over the Nordics

‘When we went online, we wondered how can we help as many people as possible and make it open for everyone,’ says Richard Darst from Aalto Science-IT

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Laptop computer keyboard detail / photo: Aalto University, Matti Ahlgren

Lectures and seminars 21.10.–2.12.2020 (recurring)

Aalto CS Theory Seminar

Weekly series of talks on a broad scope of Computer Science theory.

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Lectures and seminars 26.10.2020 9:00 – 10:00 (recurring)

Machine Learning Coffee Seminar

Weekly seminars organized by Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence (FCAI)

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Lectures and seminars 27.10.2020 17:15 – 19:00 (recurring)

Internet Forum – Public lecture series online: The future of technology and Finland

Technology is changing the world more radically than ever before. Join Internet Forum public lectures to hear top experts discuss the topic on online lectures!

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