https://www.tuni.fi/enenhttps://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/new-research-project-develops-finlands-defence-ecosystem-delivering-solutionsA newly launched research and development project, titled Military Metaverse for MultiDomain Operations MilVerse4MDO, develops new solutions to meet the demands of modern warfare. The project is funded by Business Finland and has a total budget of more than 13 million. Mon, 18 May 2026 11:33:47 +000072179 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/tampere-universitys-next-conferment-doctoral-degrees-will-take-place-june-2027The third Conferment of Doctoral Degrees of the multidisciplinary Tampere University will be celebrated on 11–13 June 2027. The main event of the joint doctoral conferment for all faculties – the Conferment Ceremony – will take place in the main auditorium of the Päätalo building on the city centre campus on 12 June.Mon, 11 May 2026 09:59:20 +000072040 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/tampere-universitys-20th-professor-practice-journalism-olga-smirnova-joins-bbcTampere University has appointed Dr Olga Smirnova as Professor of Practice in Journalism for the academic year 2026–2027. Smirnova is an experienced journalist, producer, and educator with a long international career, currently working on an investigation for the BBC World Service. Her teaching at Tampere University will focus on the masters level, introducing new courses on factchecking and opensource intelligence OSINT methods.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:54:19 +000071830 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/kalmar-has-donated-100-000-euros-tampere-university-accelerate-developmentKalmar has donated 100,000 to Tampere University to accelerate development of its strategic technology areas – automation, AI, electrification, and digitalisation – and deepen cooperation with the university.At the same time, the donation reinforces the longstanding collaboration between Kalmar and Tampere University, which has spanned several decades in research and development as well as in the recruitment of graduates. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:10:22 +000071836 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/alum-year-technology-and-family-business-entrepreneur-educational-scientistTampere Universitys Alum of the Year is Marjo Miettinen, an educational scientist, primary school teacher, and Chair of the Board at the electrical technology company Ensto Ltd. Miettinen was selected for the honour in recognition of her longstanding work in support of technology companies, business, and education. In her current role at Ensto Ltd, she advances the green transition and promotes reliable, safe electricity distribution. The nomination was announced at the Universitys Annual Celebration on Wednesday, 15 April.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +000071510 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/study-finds-no-link-between-medical-gender-reassignment-and-improved-mentalAn extensive register‑based study conducted in Finland has found an increase in severe mental health problems among some adolescents and young adults who have undergone medical gender reassignment GR.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:43:29 +000071438 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/mobile-laboratory-detects-airport-particle-emissions-surprisingly-far-away-dataAccording to research conducted at Tampere University, ultrafine particle emissions from Helsinki Airport spread over a wider area than previously known as concentrations are elevated even 15 kilometres from the airport. Ultrafine particles often go undetected by traditional measurement instruments, but new methods have now produced precise data on them in Finland. The research enables more reliable air quality monitoring.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:33:08 +000071245 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/tampere-universitys-2025-financial-statements-growth-funding-and-degreeIn 2025, Tampere University celebrated its 100year journey and the 60year history of higher education and academic research in technology in Tampere. International research and development funding maintained its upward trend, and domestic funding also increased. The number of degrees awarded by the University continued to grow. Annual turnover climbed to 389.6 million. The operating result moved into positive figures, with the 2.3 million surplus demonstrating the progress made in restoring the Universitys financial balance. The Board of Tampere University Foundation approved the 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements on Tuesday 31 March 2026.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:06:25 +000071226 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/new-analytical-method-reveals-how-drug-combinations-act-leukemia-study-opensAcute myeloid leukemia AML remains one of the most difficult blood cancers to treat. Although drug combinations are often more effective than single agents, their true mechanisms of action have been poorly understood.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:33:36 +000071154 https://tuni.fi/en/tau/news-and-events/smart-and-more-resilient-electricity-grids-million-euro-funding-boosts-researchA fouryear research project aimed at improving the reliability and resilience of electricity grids has received 1 million in funding from STEK ry. The joint initiative by Tampere University and the University of Vaasa will develop a smart comprehensive architecture that integrates realtime situational awareness, distributed control, and virtualized protection automation to strengthen Finlands electricity system. The goal is to enhance the ability of the energy system to withstand and recover from disruptions such as storms and cyber threats.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:27:20 +000071123