The mindful path to meaning
Detaching from thoughts can lighten your mind about work but also strengthen its meaning
Furthering the reach of our academic community's own voice.
Ourblogs.aalto.fi site hosts the blogs written by members of Aalto University: faculty, staff and students. Visiting bloggers are invited by Aalto community members.
Our blogs is multilingual: the platform and general instructions will be in English to serve the whole community. However, each blogger and author can freely choose the language in which they publish.
Featured posts
Religions in Aalto - building a more inclusive campus
April's EDI discussion session's theme was Religions at Aalto. Read here what the facilitators from AaMu (Aalto Muslims Association) thought
Kiinteistövero jengoilleen - nyt!
Kiinteistöveron perusteena olevat verotusarvot ovat pahoin rämettyneet. Nyt on aika korjata tämä.
Becoming a transcender
Self-transcendence is a question of the values you steer your life and career by.
Jos ihminen olisi kone
Jos ihminen olisi kone, sen kyky säädellä energiatasojaan tilanteen mukaan, korjata ja kehittää itseään näyttäytyisi hämmentävän taidokkaana
What is the value of earth observation data?
With socioeconomic impact assessment it is possible to specify and quantify the impact that earth observation data has on our society.
A closer look at tree stems
Understanding the spectral behavior of bark might be surprisingly useful in remote sensing and other fields of research.
Virtual Labs for Deep Learning with Audio Course
A review of Azure Lab Services in teaching the "Deep Learning with Audio" course at Aalto
Creating the perfect teacher: How a cumbersome start with Japanese led to a better self-teaching app
Aurélien Nioche describes his recent work on a model that predicts learning outcomes days into the future
Kohti Etelämannerta
Aalto-yliopiston professori, jäätutkija Jukka Tuhkuri kertoo tutkimusmatkastaan Etelämantereelle.
How to set goals as a student? The 3-step framework
Areeb shares his tips on setting goals as a student. Spoiler: reflecting on your values, skills and resources might be helpful.
Hurja itsemyötätunto käytännössä
Miksi itsemyötätunto on erityisen tärkeää yliopiston kaltaisissa yhteisöissä?
Accelerating the global energy transition: Clean energy demands socially just policies
Policy, technology, and practice must be aligned to accomplish the shift to clean energy, say Aalto's experts.
A glimpse of A Grid with Leigh Ewin
Leigh Ewin, jack-of-all-trades at A Grid, tells the story of the recently established startup community.
4 Ways To Successfully Onboard Into A New Role post-graduation
Well, done! You have graduated, and landed a job. What are the next steps you can take to make your transition to the company smooth?
Advancing climate actions in the places we live: Designing cities to store carbon
Simple changes in urban planning can reduce carbon emissions and increase carbon storage, offering tools to help meet emissions targets.
Delivering the practical solutions needed to adapt to climate impacts – Bio-based materials could move us beyond plastic
By processing lignin, cellulose, and other plant matter into new bio-materials, research is opening paths to sustainable alternatives.
Blog posts
Sonja from Kapacity.io: "Having true desire to make a meaningful impact through your business idea is crucial"
To succeed, you need to be persistent and critical of your own thinking, and keep on trying and searching until you come up with something not a lot of people have thought of before.
Johanna from Relex: "Find a problem that is relevant and above all, meaningful to you"
RELEX Solutions helps retailers optimize their supply chain by enhancing adaptability and efficiency across the consumer goods value chain.
Peter from Vensum: "It’s crucial to have a clear vision of the impact you aim to make. "
Vensum’s story was ignited by the urgent need to address some of the main problems our energy system will face in the near future.
PUOLIJOHDEBAROMETRI 1/2024 - Seuraavan sukupolven puolijohteet
Missä yliopistoissa on Suomen puolijohdeosaaminen kysyvät Jari Laine, Satu Lipponen ja Timo Seppälä vuoden ensimmäisessä puolijohdebarometrissä?
The nuances of Aalto University's campus and student services
Labiba, who recently graduated as a bachelor of science, writes about the campus and the services Aalto students have access to.
Inside Aalto: What's the Student Community Really Like?
Bachelor's student Bia writes about the student community at Aalto.
Napster, New York Times, ChatGPT ja tekijänoikeudet
Napsterin oli ennakkotapaus ja ajan merkkipaalu internetin tekijänoikeuslainsäädännön tuntemattomilla vesillä.
Living in Otaniemi: A Key to an Easy Student Life
Master's student provides insights into the various housing options available and shares her experience of living on campus.
Best Student Life is Found at Aalto
Bachelor's student Amr goes deeper into why he chose Aalto, and how Aalto’s student life and activities have shaped his experiences.
Navigating Employment Opportunities in Finland after Graduation
Master's student Anubhuti shares insights into the prospects of securing employment after graduation.
Toimitusketjujen uusi evoluutiokierto - “toinen teollistaminen”
Kiertotalouden edetessä yritysten on siirryttävä lineaarisista toimitusketjuista kohti kokonaisvaltaisempaa elinkaariajattelua.
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