Strategic partnerships
The University of Vaasa's strategic partnerships support research, education and social impact. Cooperation with Wärtsilä, Microsoft and ABB strengthens knowledge, promotes sustainable development and creates new opportunities for students and researchers.
Wärtsilä Finland Oy
The University of Vaasa and Wärtsilä Finland Oy have a broad strategic partnership covering both education and research. The aim of the cooperation is to strengthen knowledge and support the energy transition, the green transition and sustainable development. The partnership will enable the launch of new research and development projects, the training of experts for industry, and the development of common learning environments and research infrastructures.
Cooperation will be based on long-term dialogue and common objectives. It supports the University of Vaasa's role as a pioneer in energy systems and sustainable technology research and Wärtsilä's strategy towards cleaner and smarter energy production. The partnership brings together academic research and the practical needs of industry.
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Microsoft Oy
The University of Vaasa and Microsoft Oy have entered into a long-term strategic partnership to support the University's digital development. The partnership will leverage Microsoft's cloud, data and AI technologies, expertise and ecosystem. The partnership will drive the development of new digital solutions and the integration of AI into university services such as student recruitment and student services. The aim is to improve the efficiency of processes and provide more flexible learning opportunities.
The partnership supports the University of Vaasa's vision to become an internationally active research university. AI-driven operations and process automation will create the conditions to focus on strategic priorities such as sustainable business, energy and society-related research and education. The partnership will foster a culture of excellence where technology underpins both teaching and research across all areas of the university
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ABB Oy
The broad strategic partnership between the University of Vaasa and ABB Oy covers education, research and skills development. The aim of the cooperation is to strengthen sustainable well-being, competitiveness and vitality. The partnership brings together the academic expertise of the University and the technological expertise of ABB, enabling interdisciplinary research on energy availability and security of supply, doctoral training tailored to ABB's needs, and project work, thesis topics and internship opportunities for students.
Cooperation will also extend to management and continuing education and student innovation activities, such as the joint university Start-up space. The partnership will support a culture of lifelong learning and respond to the changing skills needs of the world of work. It is an example of how university and business can work together to develop solutions for sustainable energy and business and create new opportunities for students, researchers and industry.
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