Hitachi Energy and the University of Vaasa have signed an agreement on research collaboration aimed at developing transformer efficiency and heat recovery to improve the energy and cost efficiency of hy-drogen production.
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While satellite navigation has become an essential part of modern life, it still struggles to work reliably indoors and in dense urban environments where high-rise buildings deteriorate signal propagation. In his doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa, Akpojoto Siemuri investigates how adaptive machine learning and advanced sensor fusion methods can improve positioning accuracy, robustness, and efficiency.
Professor Sami Vähämaa will continue as the Chair of the University Collegium for a new term from 2026 to 2029. Vähämaa has served as the Chair of the Collegium since 2022.
The rapid growth of renewable energy has led to volatile prices and challenges for the electricity grid. Sara Haghifam’s doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa proposes a new model for local energy markets that integrates electricity and heat systems.
The University of Vaasa’s doctoral admissions attracted a record number of applicants. A total of 245 applicants showed their interest to the doctoral programme during the spring application period held in February. The number of applicants increased by 19 percent compared to the autumn application period. In comparison to the application period a year ago, the number of applicants has grown by nearly 47 percent.
The University of Vaasa expands its educational offering with three new master’s programmes that respond to the rapidly evolving competence needs of society and working life. The new programmes, Preparedness and Resilience, Artificial Intelligence for Accounting and Finance, and Artificial Intelligence and Analytics, will begin in autumn 2026. They provide students with up‑to‑date expertise, international perspectives, and strong career opportunities. The application period for the new programmes is open 2-31 March 2026.
Professors Petri Välisuo and Catharina von Koskull, who began their full professor positions at the University of Vaasa last year, presented themselves at the university’s anniversary ceremony in January. During the event, they outlined their research areas and ongoing projects. With these experienced professors, the University of Vaasa strengthens its expertise in both technology and marketing research.
The University of Vaasa’s Big Heart Award has been granted to Senior Researcher in Energy Technology Carolin Nuortila. The Big Heart Award is the university’s annual equality and non-discrimination prize, awarded to a person or group that has significantly promoted equality, inclusion, and community within the university.
Doctor of Technology Ali Arslan has started as Professor of Space Data Processing at the University of Vaasa in February, bringing with him a strong expertise in space technology and satellite-based Earth Observation. In his new position, he will focus on integrating space data and artificial intelligence to support the energy transition and climate action.