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Reko Luojumäki’s dissertation examined whether mood can signal early mental health risk by validating the Finnish Mood Scale and identifying differences across gender and physical activity levels.

In Finnish education, play and imagination are natural ways for children to make sense of the world, writes Essi Jouhki in her science blog.

Doctoral researcher Rezeda Gayfullina examines how small changes in molecular design can tune the magnetic and optical properties of lanthanide-based molecules.

Doctoral Researcher Janne Yliharju studied whether three-dimensional dual-energy X-ray imaging can be used to monitor water movement in bentonite clay. This study improves the understanding of the performance of this method through a concrete example.

The University of Jyväskylä’s role in the consortium is based on its strong expertise in silicon-based quantum technologies and advanced measurement methods. The project’s total budget is 50 million euros.

İpek Gülsün explored how teacher-related factors influence teachers’ inclusive practices in classrooms.

MSc Miika Köykkä’s doctoral research examines which technical elements affect shooting performance in biathlon, as well as the significance of different aiming strategies.

In her doctoral dissertation in Corporate Environmental Management, M.Sc. (Econ.) Venla Wallius examines how different societal actors perceive wood-based innovations and their potential as part of the sustainability transition.

It is crucial that measures and communication aimed at promoting mental health through physical activity are based on robust and conclusive scientific evidence, writes Postdoctoral Researcher Juuso Jussila.

In April 2026, a study aimed at investigating the development of physiological resilience related to long-term endurance performance through additional endurance or strength training starts.

Democracy is never finished, it is instead a constantly evolving system, suggests Academy Professor of History Pasi Ihalainen from University oh Jyväskylä.

Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä and Aalto University have developed a method that can be used to grow organometallic materials in an area-selective manner. This creates enormous opportunities to modify the properties of materials.