School of Science

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Aija Leiponen

Aija Leiponen wants students to think for themselves again: “Everyone needs to understand how their field relates to the world”

Professor Aija Leiponen believes that the new Technology, Business and Design bachelor’s programme can help accelerate innovation.

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Professor Anton Zasedatelev awarded Väisälä grant to study how large particles behave near quantum limit

A better understanding of how macroscopic objects behave could unlock ultra-precise sensors or even help determine if gravity is quantum mechanical.

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Henrik Lassila, kuva: Siru Uusi-Seppälä

Henrik Lassila in Fortune (external link)

How often you check your phone matters more than how long you spend
on it.

Vili Lehdonvirta, phóto: Mikko Raskinen, Aalto University

Vili Lehdonvirta in the New York Times (external link)

Oxford researchers mapped the world’s AI data centers.

Päivi Törmä leads the SuperC 2033 consortium, which has just received substantial funding from two Finnish foundations. Photo: Mikko Raskinen/Aalto University

Päivi Törmä in New Scientist (external link)

Prof. Törmä explains how quantum geometry can be a tool for creating new materials.

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For Aalto community Studies, University Published:

Studies for staff offered by the Open University and FITech

The Open University and FITech Network University offer free studies for the staff of Aalto University. All staff members of Aalto University are welcome to participate in the courses.
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What is quantum tech?

Many of today’s devices would not exist without quantum technology, but the most exciting applications are still on the horizon
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Health x technology: Magnetic stimulation activates neurons to target depression

Brain stimulation has helped depression patients for years, yet only a small minority can access the therapy. Researchers are now making it easier, faster, and more personalised.
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Upcoming events at the school

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For Aalto community Support for teams, Training to support research –

Research Ethics Review Support Hour

Join our monthly Zoom support hour for advice on the Aalto research ethics review.
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Cooler Planet: Guided public art tour 20.10.

Join the tour with Outi Turpeinen (manager, Public art) and get to know Aalto University's public art collections in the Marsio, Kide, and Viima buildings in more detail.
Ask a Data Agent, weekly RDM support hour, 1-2 PM on Zoom
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Aalto Data Agents' weekly support hour on Zoom

Join and ask anything about research data management and open science.
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Lectures and seminars, Staff trainings, Other staff training, Support for teams, Training to support research –

AI in research work, Oct 22, 2026

Learn about generative artificial intelligence in research work with Data Agents Dr. Enrico Glerean, Dr. Pedro Silva, and Dr. Emrecan Gulay
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Information about the management and administration of the School of Science.

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