International visibility for TUT’s microfactory research
The Department of Production Engineering is demonstrating the latest applications of the TUT Microfactory concept at the Hannover Messe trade show 8-12 April.
News and events
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Campus parking arrangements change
Permits will be required to park on the TUT campus from 15 April onwards. Visitors may park in designated visitor spaces that are intended for short-term stays (max. 4 hours).
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Tailor-made quality homes made up of modules
Modular construction refers to a construction method whereby prefabricated modules are constructed off-site and transported to the building site. The modules are built in a climate-controlled environment that protects them against cold and moisture.
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Noise-free digital photos
Digital image acquisition is an intricate process and subject to various errors. The doctoral dissertation of MA Markku Mäkitalo explores methods for removing or reducing image noise without compromising other characteristics.
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TUT’s students sweep top awards in innovation contest
Students from Tampere University of Technology (TUT) took home the top three prizes in the Fastems Challenge arranged by Hermia Ltd’s innovation centre Konela and Fastems Ltd. The jury was impressed with the high quality of the submissions and had considerable difficulty choosing the winners.
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Newly appointed Head of HR Services Hanna Rinne joins TUT
MSc Hanna Rinne has been appointed as the University's new Head of HR Services. She will take on her new position on 4 March.
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Innovation developed by TUT’s researchers enters the semi-finals of Gasum’s contest
An innovation developed by Professor Risto Raiko and Researcher Markus Fager-Pintilä from the Department of Chemistry and Bioengineering at Tampere University of Technology (TUT) and Senior Specialist Markku Raiko from ÅF-Consult Ltd has made it to the semi-finals of Gasum’s innovation contest.
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Towards greener fuel cells
The doctoral dissertation of MSc (Tech) Harri Ali-Löytty examines ferritic stainless steels. They have recently attracted widespread scientific interest due to their excellent corrosion resistance, mechanical strength and affordability.
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TUT’s researchers explore the future of maritime transport
Researchers from the Transport Research Centre Verne at Tampere University of Technology (TUT) have identified potential scenarios for the future of maritime transport in Finland.
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Ignorance is not bliss: statistical data helps promote occupational safety
The global labour market has undergone a profound transformation in recent decades, giving rise to new sources of occupational hazards. To protect employees against potential risks, we need up-to-date information on accidents that occur in the workplace.
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Prof. Antti Lönnqvist joins the Scientific Advisory Group of the Finnish Work Environment Fund
Professor Antti Lönnqvist from Tampere University of Technology (TUT) has been invited to join the Scientific Advisory Group of the Finnish Work Environment Fund for the term running from 1 January 2013 to 21 December 2016.
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Prof. Leena Ukkonen elected to the AdCom of IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society
Prof. Leena Ukkonen from the Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering at Tampere University of Technology (TUT) has been elected to the Administrative Committee (AdCom) of IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S).
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Lossless audio coding fully preserves the quality of music using only a fraction of the size
MSc (Tech) Florin Ghido developed improved methods for lossless coding of audio signals, which provide smaller compressed files and faster decoding speeds than the existing lossless audio coding standards and formats, such as MPEG-4 ALS, MPEG-4 SLS, and FLAC.
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Bayesian estimation and quality monitoring for personal positioning systems
MSc (Tech) Henri Pesonen has developed mathematical methods that improve the accuracy of personal positioning systems in urban environments.
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Computational models shed light on Alzheimer’s disease
The doctoral dissertation of MSc (Tech) Eeva Toivari explores computational models that are built to simulate the plasticity of the human brain at the molecular level. The models are used to collect information that increases our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Researchers at TUT develop the most accurate model for protein binding prediction
Researchers at Tampere University of Technology (TUT) have developed a computational model for predicting protein-DNA binding that was found to be the most accurate method in a recent comparison.
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Accurate models for predicting the mechanical behaviour of amorphous glassy polymers
Sami Holopainen will defend his dissertation titled “Modeling of Mechanical Behavior of Amorphous Glassy Polymers” on Friday, 1 February.
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Bulletin on effects of exposure to low-frequency electric and magnetic fields by Prof.Leena Korpinen
Professor Leena Korpinen from the Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering has drawn up a biannual bulletin of the newest research and articles concerning possible effects of exposure to low-frequency electric and magnetic fields.
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Local knowledge a key asset to global construction industry
The doctoral dissertation of MSc (Tech) Karam Al-Khazarji highlights the valuable contribution that educated immigrants can make to globally operating construction companies.
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Why do we need cholesterol and cardiolipin?
The membranes of the human body are made up of lipids, also known as fats, and cover a surface area of around 100 square meters. The doctoral dissertation of MSc (Tech) Sanja Pöyry focuses on the properties of model membranes rich in two lipids: cholesterol and cardiolipin.
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Paper industry benefits from advanced design optimization
The doctoral dissertation of MSc (Tech) Aino Ropponen explores the design optimization of papermaking processes. She developed a method that helps find the best possible compromise between cost and performance.
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Prof. Miia Martinsuo appointed to the European Academy for Industrial Management
Professor Miia Martinsuo has been invited to join the European Academy for Industrial Management (AIM). The Academy promotes higher education in the field of industrial management in the EU member states.
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Prof. Jaakko Astola joins the Selection Committee for the Millennium Technology Prize
Professor Jaakko Astola from Tampere University of Technology (TUT) has been selected to join the prestigious International Selection Committee comprising eight world-class scientists.
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Occupational exposure to electric fields remains within acceptable range in 400 kV substations
Researchers at Tampere University of Technology (TUT) have investigated the current densities that are induced in the human body as a result of occupational exposure to electric fields in the vicinity of 400 kilovolt substations and power lines.
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Bacteria turn renewable raw materials into hydrogen and electricity
MSc (Tech) Marika Nissilä’s doctoral dissertation explores the sustainable production of biohydrogen, bioelectricity and bioalcohols from cellulosic materials.
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TUT launches new, responsive website
TUT’s new website that adapts to different screen sizes has been launched. The content, structure and layout of the site have been given a complete makeover. As the new site places emphasis on people, research activities are presented from the perspective of researchers.
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Season’s Greetings!
The past year has been an eventful one for TUT, but the changes we've made will contribute to the continued success of our University.
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TUT´s magazine Interface: TUT seeks breakthroughs in nanotechnology
One of the world's leading experts in nanonetworks, Professor Ian F. Akyildiz joins TUT as Visiting FiDiPro Professor. Measured in millionths of a millimetre, nanomachines are expected to become the next major breakthrough with far-reaching implications for almost all fields of science.
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FiDiPro Professor Holland Cheng joins the Department of Signal Processing
FiDiPro Professor Holland Cheng will bring his expertise in electron microscopy to the Department of Signal Processing at Tampere University of Technology (TUT) for the next four years.
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FiDiPro Fellow funding for Department of Materials Science
FiDiPro Fellow Amit Das strengthens the elastomer science at Department of Materials Science