Research news and articles

The Heleä project "Solutions for a green transition by increasing the beneficial use of ash and ash fertilization" examined more efficient and sustainable ways to utilize ash which are generated in bioenergy production.

Dogs are an essential part in the lives of Finns. Research at the University of Jyväskylä is examining the everyday mobility of dogs and their owners and whether there is room for dogs in the city.

We are looking University of Jyväskylä teaching staff to take part in a survey on the use of AI in teaching.

Yan Wang’s doctoral research examines how teacher education systems in Finland and China produce strong outcomes through different cultural and institutional pathways.

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.

MSc Liliya Martynova’s doctoral research examines how social policies and activities in Russia shape understandings of old age, highlighting the role of social participation in supporting well-being and positive ageing.

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.