Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology - News

How can a metal object be made antibacterial, self-lubricating or corrosion resistant? By combining metal injection moulding and the space holder technique, it is possible to manufacture porous metal allowing the introduction of chemical agents.

Just over a year ago, the University of Eastern Finland got its very own knitting pattern for woollen socks, inspiring knitting enthusiasts across the country to knit socks with the UEF logo on them. Now, UEF has served as inspiration for knitting patterns for sweaters and mittens.

Last year, more than 1,300 Bachelor’s and more than 1,600 Master’s degrees, and around 150 doctoral degrees, were completed at the UEF.

The University of Eastern Finland provides support for its teachers in the use of various AI applications in education.

A selection of doctoral courses has been published on the doctoralcourses.fi website.

The Amazon rainforest has been degraded by a much greater extent than scientists previously believed with more than a third of remaining forest affected by humans, according to a new study, published in Science.

Master of Agriculture Xiaoqian Xu's research could reflect the decision-making of farmers on growing crops and spatial management of the crop plantations.

The focus of Professor Marjut Roponen’s research has always been on inhaled exposures and, in particular, on their impact on children’s health. Studies concerning exposures during pregnancy are still rather limited.

Neurocenter Finland seeks to promote national and international research collaboration in order to contribute to innovations related to the promotion of brain health, diagnostics, treatment and rehabilitation.

The Kuopio Health "metro map" introduces the key organizations in the health ecosystem.