Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies - News

A new study led by researchers at the University of Eastern Finland and Lakehead University provides the first comprehensive scoping review and research agenda dedicated specifically to Via Ferrata tourism and recreation.

UEF awarded a record number of degrees in 2025. The number of doctoral degrees, 206, was particularly significant, as this is clearly higher than in previous years.

The awards were presented to Heidi Linnanmäki, Immi Kovanen, Julia Lempola, Pinja Räisänen and Veera Korhonen.

The university recognised Niina Gråsten and Tiina Juurela as advocates for greater awareness and understanding of neurodiversity.

Saara Rissanen’s doctoral research grew into a health technology startup, Daniel Turkia’s fishing hobby led him to create his own lure brand, and Eeli Hautakangas developed a business idea that matches roommates with student apartments.

A recent study among senior IT industry managers shows that video meetings have a dual impact on remote leadership.

Research offers increasingly accurate tools for identifying anti-democratic rhetoric and disinformation.

The multidisciplinary thematic areas offer new perspectives for developing professional competence.

The University of Eastern Finland’s podcast series opens the curtains on research and innovation activities. The theme of the second episode is cross-boundary collaboration and the opportunities it creates.

The findings show that nature should be more strongly integrated into sustainable well-being promotion.