One million euros in funding for menopause research from the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation

The study follows women undergoing surgical menopause before and after removal of ovaries, enabling exceptionally precise analysis of the biological effects of menopause. The project combines clinical measurements, exercise physiology, molecular biology, and women’s own experiences, producing new knowledge about estrogen deficiency and the role of hormone replacement therapy. 

The findings could improve menopause care, support the development of more personalized treatments, and strengthen evidence-based decision-making in promoting women’s health.

The Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation Supports Top-Level Research, Art, and Culture

The Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation has awarded a total of €8.3 million in grants to 12 projects in the fields of medicine, art, and culture. The first funding round of the year was highly competitive, with grants awarded to 11.7% of applicants. 

The primary goal of the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation is to promote high-quality research, particularly in the fields of medicine, technology, and economics. The foundation also supports high-quality art and culture, as well as selected other initiatives that promote the wellbeing of Finnish society. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of €38.4 million to science, art, culture, and societal activities.

More information:

Associate Professor Eija Laakkonen
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Jyväskylä

Eija.k.laakkonen@jyu.fi, +358 40 80535588
HoCa-research: http://r.jyu.fi/HoCa