Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology - News

Dr Angeliki Rigos, a leadership educator at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT, shared her insights with staff and students at the University of Eastern Finland.

MSc Fitsum Deriba's key findings show Multi-modal Large Language Models (MLLMs) enhance software students' accessibility awareness and skills.

Sidra Tul Muntaha, MSc, developed integrated photonic devices for compact, high-resolution LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) systems directly fabricated on silicon chips.

The Research Council of Finland has selected 11 Centres of Excellence for the 2026–2033 programme period.

Chahira Zerouki, MSc, studied the genomic and metabolomic adaptation of two fungal pathogens, Phacidium infestans Karsten DSM 5139 and Colletotrichum salicis strain SimOT6.

Teollisuusneuvos Heikki Väänänen Fund awards grants for wood-related scientific research at the University of Eastern Finland.

Astuvansalmi in Ristiina, Finland, is home to the largest collection of rock paintings in the Nordic countries. Thanks to imaging methods that are based on computer science, entirely new images may yet be discovered on the rock face.

New research from the University of Eastern Finland identifies three main dimensions in perceived happiness associated with Finnish forests.

The University of Eastern Finland’s success in securing global mobility funding has enabled staff and student mobility for more than 550 individuals over the past decade.

Maria Cojocari, MSc, investigated new ways to control terahertz radiation using metamaterials - artificial structures engineered to interact with light in unusual ways, and carbon-based thin films.