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10 PROMISING YOUNG RESEARCHERS FROM FINLAND PARTICIPATED IN THE PRESTIGIOUS GLOBAL YOUNG SCIENTISTS SUMMIT IN SINGAPORE

The highly esteemed Global Young Scientists Summit (GYSS) brought together again the world’s most renowned scientists and 350 promising young researchers in Singapore. Technology Academy Finland is a long-standing partner of GYSS and was responsible for sending Finland’s representatives to Singapore.

MAIJA LIIRI-VIRMIALA APPOINTED CEO OF TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY FINLAND

The Board of Directors of Technology Academy Finland (TAF) has appointed Maija Liiri-Virmiala (M.Sc. Technology) as CEO for the period January 1 to September 30, 2025. The former CEO of the Technology Academy Finland, Markku Ellilä, retired at the end of 2024 but will continue as a senior advisor.

REVOLUTIONIZING GLOBAL ELECTRIFICATION – WATCH THE RECORDING FROM PROFESSOR BALIGA’ LECTURE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HELSINKI

Learn how a tiny chip revolutionized global electrification, what the next steps are for the field, and why Professor Baliga is called the person with the largest negative carbon footprint in the world.

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We celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Millennium Technology Prize

The year 2024 marks 20 years since the first Millennium Technology Prize was awarded. For two decades, we have recognized and celebrated innovations that have improved the wellbeing of people and the planet. That’s 20 years of huge leaps in science and technology.

Join us – we are looking forward to the next 20 years of innovation!

Jun 11, 2024 | Millennium Technology Prize

President Stubb Continues as Patron of the Millennium Technology Prize

The President of the Republic of Finland has acted as the Patron of the Millennium Technology Prize throughout its 20-year history. The newly inaugurated President, Dr. Alexander Stubb, will continue in this role.Read more ›

Aug 20, 2024 | Millennium Technology Prize Forum

MTP Forum Speaker interview: “Quantum computing will enable us to live longer, healthier lives, free from the limitations humans have always faced”

Professor Sabrina Maniscalco is confident that the next technological revolution is set to be Quantum computing integrated with AI. Combined, these two technologies will become the ultimate exponential technology that…Read more ›

Feb 29, 2024 | Life Sciences & Health , Millennium Technology Prize

What is the value of persistence in an innovation process? A discussion with Millennium Technology Prize winner Robert Langer and applied psychology researcher Elisabet Lahti

Innovation is not solely about groundbreaking ideas; it’s about the perseverance and determination to push boundaries even when faced with challenges. We interviewed Millennium Technology Prize winner Robert Langer and applied psychology researcher Elisabet Lahti to understand what it takes to succeed in the long game of impactful innovation.Read more ›

Feb 1, 2024 | Young Researchers

“Discussing science and technology directly with the pioneers of the field was surreal” – The Global Young Scientists Summit exceeded the expectations of our participants from Finland

The ten top young scientists nominated from Finland to Singapore’s reputed conference returned home inspired, and with many new ideas and connections from around the world.Read more ›

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€1 MILLION AWARD FOCUSED ON TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS
FOR A BETTER LIFE.

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