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 →