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EnergyWeek2026 kollaasi
News 20.03.2026
EnergyWeek, the Nordic region’s most significant international energy event, brought energy experts, policymakers, industry leaders and international media to Vaasa on 16–19 March 2026. As an official partner of EnergyWeek, the University of Vaasa was highly visible throughout the week with its presentations, seminars and research showcases. Discussions focused on themes such as energy transition innovations, resilience, the use of space based data and the future of data centers. Collaboration and research impact were strongly highlighted throughout the week.
Mikko Punnala Vaasan yliopiston kampuksella
Dissertation 06.11.2025
The new space economy has moved from the realm of science fiction to become a part of everyday business. Geopolitical competition and a dramatic fall in technology costs have created a historic window of opportunity for European SMEs – a chance that must be seized now. This is emphasised by Mikko Punnala, who will defend his doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa on 13 November 2025.
Minna Martikainen ja Lassi Noponen
News 21.03.2025
EnergyWeek, the most important international energy event in the Nordic countries, took place in Vaasa city hall between 17 and 20 March 2025. The annual EnergyWeek gathers experts, industry leaders and policymakers to share information, hear about the latest news and most interesting cases, extend their networks and do business. As an official partner of EnergyWeek, the University of Vaasa was involved in various events and seminars during the week. From high-level panel discussions to award ceremonies and networking events, the university highlighted its commitment to research, collaboration, and innovation in the energy sector.
Laivat merellä
News 13.03.2025
Cyberattacks on wireless networks pose a threat to businesses and society, with risks such as ship rerouting and flight delays. Through the TRUST project, Mid Sweden University’s STC Research Center, in collaboration with the University of Vaasa in Finland, is developing an AI solution to detect intrusions.
Heidi Kuusniemi ja satelliitti
News 09.01.2025
The Finnish Union of University Professors has chosen Heidi Kuusniemi, Professor of Computer Science at the University of Vaasa, as Professor of the Year for 2025. The nomination was announced at a Union event during the Science Forum in Helsinki on Thursday, 9 January 2025. The award amount for the Professor of the Year is EUR 20,000.
Space Business -kirjan kirjoittajia Vaasan yliopistosta
News 26.09.2024
Space Business: Emerging Theory and Practice, a new book edited by Professor Arto Ojala, Professor of International Business at the University of Vaasa, and Professor William W. Baber, University of Kyoto, examines the space business, its business models, actors, ecosystems and networks, and opens up new perspectives and research opportunities for the future of the industry.
Vuoden tiedeviestijä-palkintojen saajat ja Innovaatiopalkinnon saajat: Mohammed Elmusrati, Miadreza Shafie-khah, Heidi Kuusniemi, Mahmoud Elsanhoury ja Sami Vähämaa.
News 14.03.2024
Professor Heidi Kuusniemi has received the University of Vaasa Science Communication Award. In addition, the University of Vaasa granted two honorary mentions for excellent science communication to professors Miadreza Shafie-khah and Sami Vähämaa. The University also granted the University of Vaasa Innovation Award for the first time in its history. It was given to professor Mohammed Elmusrati and project researcher Mahmoud Elsanhoury.
Vaasa EnergyWeek
News 20.02.2024
The University of Vaasa is a partner of the annual EnergyWeek, which will be held in Vaasa City Hall from 11 to 14 March 2024. The University will be visible at EnergyWeek in many different forums, either hosting or presenting at various seminars and events.  The University will also have its own exhibition stand. Please register as visitor & come and meet us!