University of Helsinki

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki is undertaking a major renovation of its historic Porthania building to modernize its facilities while preserving its architectural heritage. The project will upgrade teaching spaces, work environments, and technical infrastructure to support hybrid learning … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by researchers at the University of Helsinki has found that untreated wood surfaces support greater bacterial survival and diversity than treated wood surfaces. By examining bacterial adhesion, survival and transmission under both laboratory conditions and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A new University of Helsinki study shows that exposure to indoor air pollution from solid fuels during childhood may have lasting effects on cognitive health, with impairments becoming evident decades later. Using data from over 7,000 adults, the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Scientists from the University of Helsinki and the University of Eastern Finland have developed AI-enhanced methods to identify aspens and standing dead trees using open aerial imagery, offering a fast and low-cost approach for biodiversity monitoring. Aspens host … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki will join Finland’s pavilion at COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference taking place in November 2025 in Belém, Brazil. In collaboration with Aalto University, the university will present a multidisciplinary group of professors … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Helsinki Proteomics Center, a joint effort between HiLIFE’s Institute of Biotechnology and the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Helsinki, is enhancing Finland’s proteomics research capacity with the installation of three Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Astral and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki will join the United for Ukraine event on August 24 at Senate Square, where Helsinki residents and dignitaries will gather to honor Ukraine’s independence and show solidarity. The program includes performances of Ukrainian music, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A doctoral study at the University of Helsinki shows that women with a history of pre-eclampsia face significantly higher risks of cardiovascular disease later in life, but hormone therapy used during menopause can help reduce this risk while … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) University of Helsinki researchers, with domestic and Russian partners, used genome-wide SNPs and mitochondrial DNA to chart genetic diversity in the Siberian flying squirrel. They found minimal variation in Finland and maximal, deeply divergent diversity in Russia’s Sikhote-Alin, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A study by the University of Helsinki has uncovered why some breast cancer treatments, including immunotherapy, may not be effective for all patients. The research, focusing on the mechanical properties of tumor tissue, shows that softer tissue environments … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Valio is leading the Food 2.0 initiative, a five-year research and development program focused on building a sustainable and resource-efficient food system in Finland. With over 170 partners, Food 2.0 is investing 100 million euros in R&D, aiming … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Kaupunkivaikutus project, a research collaboration between the cities of Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa, the University of Helsinki, and Aalto University, aims to tackle critical urban issues such as climate adaptation, education equity, and transportation efficiency. With a … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has joined the AGCLIMATE project, a Finnish-led initiative aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural fields. The project, which brings together leading research institutions and companies, focuses on developing practical tools for the food industry to … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Opin.fi is a centralized service that offers Finnish university and applied sciences students easy access to a wide range of open higher education courses. With a goal to expand to 37 participating institutions by the end of the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has granted an €8 million loan to Kiinteistö Oy Biomedicum Helsinki to finance the renovation of Biomedicum 1, a key research and education building in the Meilahti medical campus. Scheduled for completion by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki has announced that its incubator programs have successfully launched more than 80 startups, highlighting the institution’s dedication to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. These startups, which cover a spectrum of industries such as technology, digital … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) On 27 February, President Alar Karis visited the Institute of Biotechnology in Finland to learn about its research and infrastructure, particularly its work in structural biology and coronavirus research. The visit highlighted the potential for increased collaboration between … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki’s Teachers’ Academy has selected ten new fellows for 2025, recognizing their innovative contributions to teaching. These fellows will receive four-year grants to further enhance their educational practices. New projects include AI-generated model patients in … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a SEK 700 million loan agreement with Hemsö Fastighets AB to finance several projects in Sweden and Finland, including the refurbishment of educational buildings in Helsinki and Turku and the construction … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki has launched a Doctoral Education Pilot to modernize doctoral training in response to societal and career demands. Part of a national program funding 1,000 three-year doctoral positions, the pilot aims to enhance researchers’ skills, … Read the full press release →