Kvanttilaboratorio

Innovative materials and technologies transforming the world

We seek new solutions for the materials of the future and promote their development into technologies that benefit society. Our goal is to address growing global challenges and build a more sustainable, smarter and safer future.

Advanced materials and technologies for a sustainable future

Advanced materials and technologies are developed through research to support sustainable development and provide a foundation for future solutions.

At the Faculty of Mathematics and Science, researchers develop and study next-generation materials that are durable, efficient, and versatile, with applications across a wide range of industries. The research focuses particularly on bio-based, recyclable, and energy-efficient materials that reduce environmental impacts and support the principles of the circular economy. Materials research provides the foundation for solutions that improve product performance and extend product lifecycles while addressing society’s growing sustainability challenges.

Our researchers also develop technologies based on the latest scientific breakthroughs and turn them into practical applications. Their work includes smart materials, sensor technologies, quantum technologies, automated processes, and data-driven solutions. Our aim is to develop technologies that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability while creating new opportunities for industry and society. These technologies enable innovations to be scaled and applied in future products and services.

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Nanoscience Center (NSC) is an interdisciplinary research organization where physicists, chemists and biologists work together to study nature at the nanoscale.

Research areas

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The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences cooperates with industry to develop safe surface materials that reduce the spread of viruses and bacteria.

Our research advances next-generation materials and technologies that support sustainable innovation and societal well-being. From nanoscience and quantum technologies to green hydrogen solutions and the recovery of critical raw materials, we develop knowledge and innovations that help address global challenges and build a more sustainable future. 

Some examples from the research:

  • Nanoscience driving technological innovation
  • Development of green hydrogen technologies
  • Recovery of critical raw materials
  • Quantum technology research and applications

Research from different disciplines

Research at the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences

Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences has three areas of strength in research: Biological nanoscience, Evolutionary research and Sustainable use of natural resources.

Research at the Department of Physics

Physics research aims at future technologies and products, for example by developing more sustainable materials.

Research at the Department of Chemistry

The diverse research interests at the Department of Chemistry are categorised into four Core Research Areas — Functional Molecules and Materials, Chemical Nanoscience, Circular Economy and Chemistry Education.

Research at the Nanoscience Center

Nanoscience Center (NSC) is an interdisciplinary research unit where physicists, chemists and biologists work together to study nature at the nanoscale.

Center of Expertise for Circular Economy (CECE)

Circular Economy contributes to the sustainable use of natural resources. It is one of the solutions to combat climate change and reduce our consumption of fossil fuels.

Accelerator Laboratory

The Accelerator Laboratory is a unique research environment, both from the national and international perspective.