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University of Oulu
Science withArctic Attitude
University of Oulu10/21/2017
University of Oulu
Biosciences
50 000+
University of Oulu founded
1958
Students13 500
Staff2 800
Alumni
#unioulu #arcticattitude
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EngineeringandArchitecture
NaturalSciences andMathematics
HumanitiesEducation
Medicineand Health
Information andCommunicationTechnologies
Economicsand BusinessAdministration
Multidisciplinary research and education
University of Oulu
Funding total in 2016 M€
223Research based spin-offcompanies since 2000
Invention disclosures in 2016
44
Bachelor’s degrees in 2016
1273Master’s degrees in 2016
Doctor’s degrees in 2016
196
3
Keyfigures
2 869Scientific publicationsin 2016
2 914Degrees in 2016
60+ 1445
top 2%of the world´s universities
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251– 500International rankings
University of Oulu
Performance in the major universityrankings – within global top 2%
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ARWU (Shanghai)Academic Ranking of World Universities
401-500Times Higher EducationWorld University Rankings
QSWolrd University Rankings
411-420
CWTS Leiden ranking
481NTUNational Taiwan University Ranking
CWURCenter for World University Rankings
358
251-300 392
national ranking 4-6
national ranking 4
national ranking 6 national ranking 2
national ranking 5
national ranking 4
University of Oulu
Performance in the major universityrankings – within global top 2%
2017 National rank
ARWU Academic Ranking of World UniversitiesShanghai 401-500 4-6
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 251-300 4
QS Wolrd University Rankings 411-420 6
CWTS Leiden ranking 481 4
NTU National Taiwan University Ranking 392 5
CWUR Center for World University Rankings 358 2
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University of Oulu
Pushing theboundariesof the knownfor a moresustainable,healthy andintelligent world
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zEnvironmental changeScarcity of natural resourcesGrowing global populationIncreasing human life expectancyRising wealthUrbanizationDigitalization
We contribute to solving some ofthe greatest global challengesin our areas of strength.
Our work creates new research-basedknowledge, educates future talentsand sparks innovations.
University of Oulu
Our strategy isbased on fivethematic,internationallysignificantresearchfocus areas
Digital solutionsin sensing andinteractions
Creatingsustainabilityby materialsand systems
Earth and near-space system andenvironmentalchange
Molecular andenvironmental basisfor life-long health
Understandinghumans in change
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University of Oulu
Scientificprofilingareas
Creating sustainabilityby materials andsystems
Molecular andenvironmental basis for
life-long health
Digital solutions insensing andinteractions
Earth and near-spacesystem andenvironmental change
Understandinghumans
in change
Physics forstrong,tough andsustainablesteel
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Near-Earthspaceenvironment
Arcticinteractionsand globalchange
6G wirelessenabledsmartsociety
Fibrosis inchronicdiseasesand cancer
Co-evolutionof humansand newtechnologiesUbiquitous
wirelesssensorsystems
Physics forsustainablesteel
University of OuluUniversity of Oulu
Our strategy isbased on fivethematic,internationallysignificantresearchfocus areas
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Digital solutionsin sensing andinteractions
Creatingsustainabilityby materialsand systems
Earth and near-space system andenvironmentalchange
Molecular andenvironmental basisfor life-long health
Understandinghumans in change
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University of OuluUniversity of Oulu
Scientificprofiling areas
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Physics forstrong,tough andsustainablesteel
[For Faculties and Research units for including your own content here]
Near-Earthspaceenvironment
Arcticinteractionsand globalchange
6G wirelessenabledsmartsociety
Fibrosis inchronicdiseasesand cancer
Co-evolutionof humansand newtechnologiesUbiquitous
wirelesssensorsystems
Physics forsustainablesteel
University of Oulu
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Our researchbenefits peopleliving at alllatitudes, butwe utilize ourlocation as one ofthe Northern-most universitiesin the world
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Arctic AgendaResearch and innovation regarding e.g.sustainable utilization of natural resources,near-Earth space environment, logistics,technology, and cultures in the Arctic.
University of the Arctic is a cooperative,multidisciplinary network of over 170 universities,research institutes and other organizationsconcerned with education and research related tothe Arctic.
Joint arctic agenda in collaboration with
Luleå University of Technology, SwedenUmeå University, SwedenUIT The Arctic University of NorwayUniversity of Lapland, Finland
University of Oulu
The University ofOulu aims to beamong the bestplaces in theworld to doresearch in ourfocus areas
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• Research community withhigh-ambition and critical mass
• Competitive research infrastructures
• Attractive employer for topacademic talents
• Career paths for promisingresearchers
• Promotes the principles of openaccess research
University of Oulu
University of Oulu
We encourageeach student toachievehis/her fullacademicpotential
• High-level research combined witha welcoming atmosphere creates aunique environment for students toenjoy learning
• High-quality degree programs attractengaged students
• Excellent student experience
• Effective doctoral training
• International environment
• Graduates are competent expertscapable of creating successful,lifelong careers
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University of Oulu
International
University of Oulu
Internationalcooperation
International Master’sProgrammes
18
Erasmus network:No. of agreements
525Double Degree Programmes(Master’s and Doctoral)
20
Erasmus network:Partner Universities
302Different nationalities in theuniversity community
90+
Bilateral cooperationagreements with universities
53
Functioning in internationalscience networks is thefoundation for the University'srenewal and development.
466 859International staff International students
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476Exchange students
University of Oulu
Campuses
University of Oulu
University of OuluLinnanmaa campus, Oulu
Kontinkangas campus, Oulu
Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory
Oulanka Research Station, Kuusamo
Kajaani University Consortium
Kokkola University Consortium
Kerttu Saalasti Institute, Nivala
Summer University of NorthernOstrobothniaOulu, Kuusamo, Pyhäjärvi, Raahe, Ylivieska
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University of Oulu
Linnanmaa Campus - City of science and innovation
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Nostoja?
Natural ResourcesInstitute Finland (LUKE)Finnish EnvironmentInstitute (SYKE)
6 Faculties under the same roof3 Focus Institutes, Thule InstituteTellus Innovation Arena
Student housing
VTT Technical ResearchCentre of FinlandTechnopolisFinnish Food SafetyAuthority (Evira)
University leadershipand services
Student housingOulu University of AppliedSciences will move into thesame campus in 2020
Botanical Gardens
Teacher TrainingSchool
Sports hallIce skating rink
Student housing
University of Oulu
Kontinkangas Life Science Campus
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2 Faculties, Biocenter Oulu
Oulu University of AppliedSciences, Health education
University HospitalMedical Research Center
Technopolis (Medipolis)company facilitator
Oulu City HospitalICT, health and biocompanies
Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (TTL)National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL)
Student housing
Dentopolis
University of Oulu
Innovation
University of Oulu
Research and innovations rooted at theUniversity of Oulu have changed the world
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2.6 billionpeople aroundthe world usedaily telecomtechnologydeveloped inOulu. Severalgenerations ofmobile phonetechnology havebeen createdhere.
Basic researchand seminalinnovations forheart ratemonitors forconsumers weremade by ourresearchers.
Noveltherapeuticshave beendiscovered andcommercializedbased on ourbiomedicalresearch.
The firstinternet chatsystem wasbuilt at ouruniversity.
Ourresearchershavediscovered amaterial whichmakes itpossible toconvertsunlight, heatand motion intoenergysimultaneously.
I think Oulu is the world's bestplace, second to none, forradio access engineering.
– Rajeev Suri, CEO, Nokia
””
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University of Oulu
Polar has designed the world's first wirelesswearable heart rate monitor.
The company was founded in 1977 by SeppoSäynäjäkangas, an electronical engineeringprofessor in the University of Oulu.
Polar heart rate monitors give training guidancebased on ECG-accurate heart rate.
Company's products combine knowhow in sports,physiology, and electronics.
Polar employs 1200 people worldwide, has 26subsidiaries globally, and operates in more than 80countries.
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Polar Electro
University of Oulu
We participate actively in the Oulu Innovation Alliance,a regional strategic consortium of research and innovation.
More than 60 research-based startups have been bornin the University of Oulu during the last ten years.
Few examples:
• IndoorAtlas – geomagnetic indoor positioning technology
• Valossa – video artificial intelligence
• KNL Networks – connection systems utilizinghigh frequence terrestial radio for e.g. shipping
• Paras Biopharmaceuticals – novel manufacturingprocess for osteoporosis medicine
• Meoline – real-time heavy metal analyzer forindustrial discharge waters
• Codenomicon – cybersecurity solutions and automatedsoftware testing tools. Acquired by Synopsys, Inc in 2015.
• Sensinode - software technology for the internet ofthings (IoT). Acquired by ARM in 2013.
The Universityfuels the Ouluregion as the mostprogressiveinnovationenvironmentin Finland
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University of Oulu
IndoorAtlas IndoorAtlas has invented geomagnetic hybrid indoorpositioning technology.
The company was founded in 2012 by ProfessorJanne Haverinen and four PhDs in computer science,as a spin-off from the University of Oulu.
Company’s technology utilizes Earth’s magnetic fieldand its anomalies, and smartphone’s built-in magneticsensor.
Geomagnetic positioning allows to accurately pinpointa location inside a building.
The service enables indoor search, wayfinding andproximity marketing for greater user satisfaction.
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University of Oulu
Fosteringresearch-basedinnovationand start-upculture
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We drive innovation by encouraging multi-disciplinary thinking, and by fosteringcollaboration.We train competent, adaptable professionalswho are able to apply their knowledge andcreate novel solutions for real-life challenges.Entrepreneurship programs are integratedinto our curricula to respond to the changesin the job market.Support for entrepreneurship in and startupsin many ways:Tellus Innovation Arena – coworking space,community building and co-creationBusiness Kitchen – entrepreneurship hubMinor studies in Entrepreneurship availablefor all studentsInnovation services offer support for inventions,patenting, commercialization of research resultsand research based startup-companies.
University of Oulu
University of OuluUniversity of Oulu31/10/201729
Peace mediatorUnited Nations diplomatNobel Peace Prize laureate 2008President of Finland 1994-2000Honorary Doctor 1980Graduate 1959
Martti Ahtisaari- 20102009 Finnish Science AcademicianHelped to found the UCLADepartment of Human GeneticsMD 1976, PhD 1978
Leena Peltonen-PalotieDirector of Verifin, Finnish Institutefor Verification of the ChemicalWeapons ConventionM.Sc. 1984, PhD 1992
Paula Vanninen
President and Chief ExecutiveOfficer, UPMM.Sc. (Eng.)
Jussi PesonenEVP for Renewable Productsat NesteSenior VP, Passenger Traffic,VR-GroupM.Sc. (Eng.) 1995
Kaisa HietalaOOPEAA Office for PeripheralArchitectureFinlandia Prize for Architecture2015 for PuukuokkaAmong winners of the AmericanArchitecture Prize 2016Architect 2002
Anssi Lassila
Technical Lead Manager at GoogleInventor of the first Internet chatnetwork, Internet Relay Chat (IRC)Master of Science (Tech.) 1992,PhD 1999
Jarkko Oikarinen (WiZ)
Chief Design Officer CDO, City ofHelsinkiDesign Director, Kone CorporationArchitect 1981
Anne Stenros
Over 50 000 alumni – including
President, Bahir Dar University,EthiopiaAcademic Vice President (Provost),Bahir Dar UniversityPhD in Physics 2004
Baylie Damtie
Sports medicine surgeon, physician,orthopedist and professorClient list includes Real Madrid, FCBarcelona, Chelsea FC and Juventus.MD in 1972 and PhD in 1980
Sakari Orava
University of Oulu
Attractive,renewingUniversity ofhigh impact
High impact is based on the excellentcompetence of our people, and on everyonecontributing their utmost in their own role.
We have to be an attractive university for topacademic talents, potential students andcollaboration partners. We want to strengthenour relationship with our alumni.
Leadership is based on a balanceddevelopment of professional expertise,efficiency and wellbeing at all levels.
Universities are facing a challenge for renewal.Everyone is encouraged to re-think anddevelop their own work and ways of working.
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University of Oulu
President ofFinland UrhoKekkonen signsthe University ofOulu act onJuly 8th 1958
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