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Leena Viitaharju
Dissertation 01.06.2026
Business relationships between small food businesses and their large-scale clients are often characterised by a power imbalance. However, a recent doctoral dissertation by Leena Viitaharju at the University of Vaasa shows that small businesses can improve their position by building trust systematically and actively managing their business relationships.
Juha Lindgren
News 28.05.2026
At a time when public finances are under pressure and tax debates are heating up, tax law is once again at the heart of societal issues. Juha Lindgren, Professor of Business Taxation at the University of Vaasa, views taxation not only as a legal matter but also more broadly as a factor that shapes everyday life and the functioning of society. Alongside his work, ice hockey has been a long-standing passion in his life for decades.
Zhe Zhu
Dissertation 20.05.2026
The rise of generative AI has sparked widespread concern about job security and the future of human work. In his doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa, Zhe Zhu reveals that when employees trust the system and see it as a helpful partner rather than a threat, AI can actually increase work engagement and help build more sustainable careers.
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Media release 20.05.2026
International competition for capital is more intense than ever. The new Finland Investment Institute begins its activities on 20 May 2026 with an opening seminar and connects the perspectives of business, policymakers, public authorities and other stakeholders with leading academic research. Through research, the institute aims to strengthen Finland’s attractiveness as a destination for investment.
Riikka Lehesvuo
Dissertation 18.05.2026
Rules and guidelines for healthcare professionals alone are not enough to ensure patient safety. In her doctoral dissertation for the University of Vaasa, Riikka Lehesvuo suggests that a healthcare professional’s ability to adapt to changing situations and communicate with the patient can be significant factors in providing safe services.
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News 13.05.2026
The University of Vaasa’s Helsinki campus serves as a meeting place where physical presence supports both studies and research. At the end of March, the university moved into new, larger premises in the heart of Helsinki. The Helsinki campus complements the Vaasa campus and provides a base for students, staff and partners.