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Dissertation 27.08.2025

Smart packaging reveals product condition through color changes – precise automated color recognition opens doors to new types of indicators

Research conducted at the University of Vaasa paves the way for smart packaging that indicates product condition through color-changing printing inks. Doctoral researcher Jari Isohanni investigated how machine learning could be most effectively utilized in color recognition for smart packaging.

News 18.08.2025

Helena Haapio, International Business Contract Expert, Appointed Professor of Practice at the University of Vaasa

Helena Haapio, Doctor of Science, D.Sc. (Econ), and Master of Laws with court training, has been appointed Professor of Practice at the University of Vaasa, specialising in Strategic Business Law. The part-time position will last for two years, beginning in September.

Investointipaneelin osallistujat Wasa Future Festivalilla

News 15.08.2025

Shared discussions, solutions, and new initiatives – University of Vaasa actively present at Wasa Future Festival

The University of Vaasa’s multidisciplinary week at Wasa Future Festival, held from 11 to 15 August, sparked engaging discussions, deepened collaboration, encouraged finding joint solutions to the challenges of a changing world, and brought forward new initiatives. The week-long future-focused event, featuring panel discussions, speeches, and workshops, attracted several government ministers to Vaasa and gathered a significant group of domestic and international decision-makers from society and business, as well as representatives from the academic world.

Dissertation 13.08.2025

Recycled lubricants and pulp by-products as solutions to emission challenges in marine and off-road engines

In her doctoral dissertation at the University of Vaasa, Michaela Hissa demonstrates that fuels refined from waste and industrial by-products can help reduce emissions in existing engine applications.

News 13.08.2025

How do we make Finland a leading global investment hub?

Finland needs investment-driven growth, and foreign direct investment plays a key role in achieving it. On Thursday 14 August, the University of Vaasa will host an event at Wasa Future Festival where Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand, Partner at Borenius Attorneys Casper Herler, CEO of Gasgrid Finland Olli Sipilä, Member of Parliament Matias Mäkynen, Deputy CEO of Elo Jonna Ryhänen, and University of Vaasa Rector Minna Martikainen will discuss how Finland can be made a leading international investment destination.

Energiasiirtymästa keskusteltiin Vaasan yliopiston paneelikeskustelussa.

News 12.08.2025

Making Finland a winner in the green transition and sustainable growth

How can we accelerate research and development of carbon-neutral energy systems, strengthen the competitiveness of companies, and at the same time promote sustainable economic growth? The Vaasa Energy Transition Valley could offer concrete solutions to these questions. The topic was discussed on Tuesday 12 August at an event organised by the University of Vaasa as part of the Wasa Future Festival.

Paneelikeskustelu Wasa Future Festivalilla 2025.

News 12.08.2025

University of Vaasa’s event highlights university–city cooperation and regional preparedness

At Wasa Future Festival, the University of Vaasa gathered experts to explore how collaboration between universities and cities can drive sustainable growth, and how local and regional preparedness can be strengthened in a changing security environment.

News 05.08.2025

Veera Kauppi found balance for elite sports through education and graduated with a Master of Arts

An international career in professional sports has not prevented Veera Kauppi from completing her degree. The successful floorball star graduated in July with a Master of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Vaasa. Kauppi plays in Sweden’s top league in Umeå for Team Thorengruppen and has won medals in several World Championships. She has also been named the world’s best female player.

Sampo Ruoppila hymyilee ja katsoo kameraan.

News 04.08.2025

Urban studies expert Sampo Ruoppila appointed Professor of Practice at the University of Vaasa

Doctor Sampo Ruoppila, an expert in urban studies, has been appointed as the new Professor of Practice at the University of Vaasa. His area of specialisation is urban research collaboration, and in this role, he will focus on building systematic cooperation between the university and the City of Vaasa.

News 24.07.2025

The University of Vaasa’s Finnish language summer course connects students from around the world

In July, the otherwise quiet campus of the University of Vaasa has come alive thanks to the Finnish language and culture summer course, which brings together 30 international students from across the globe. This three-week intensive course offers participants the opportunity to develop their Finnish language skills and explore Finnish culture and society in a practical and immersive way. The course is organized in collaboration with the University of Vaasa’s language centre Linginno and the Finnish National Agency for Education.

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