Finland ranks among Europe’s top investing nations, study finds
Nearly half of Finnish households now invest in stocks or mutual funds, according to a new study from Aalto University.
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A unique joint effort to accelerate the energy transition
Aalto University will receive donations totaling 9 million euros from ABB, Fortum, St1 and the Walter Ahlström Foundation.
From a 17th-century shipwreck to a one-of-a-kind dress
Discover the shipwreck dress and other groundbreaking Aalto projects at the Designs for a Cooler Planet exhibition, opening 1 September.
Follow the highlights of the Ceremony Week with us!
The Ceremonial Conferment of Doctoral Degrees in Technology will be held 12 June, and the honorary doctors' talks 11 June.
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From waste-wood to load-bearing feature, a simple calculation could change the way we use misfit wood
Urging industry to make better use of wood that is wasted or burned for energy, researchers have released the first structural tests of non-straight, forked, and double-curved roundwood logs used as columns.
In search of carbon wisdom – scavenger hunts help you get to know urban nature better
CO-CARBON researchers have designed four themed scavenger hunt routes for the Helsinki metropolitan area that take seekers on a hunt for carbon-smart treasures.
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Honorary Doctors' Talks – Beyond borders
Newly appointed Honorary Doctors in the field of technology give brief talks on the theme “Beyond Borders”. Open to all – please register by 4 June.
Aalto Welcome Fair 2026
Welcome, new students, to the Aalto Welcome Fair on 27th August 2026!
Aalto Day One 2026 – Aalto University Opening of the Academic Year
Welcome to Aalto University’s Opening of the Academic Year on 1 Sep 2026 in Otaniemi. Aalto Day One brings the Aalto community together for the opening ceremony, the Aalto Awards and Aalto Party.
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