Recently appointed University of Helsinki European Ethnology professor Coppelie Cocq’s inaugural lecture will be streamed for those who can’t make it to Helsinki! @CoppelieC #researchmatters @wearehelsinkiuni @helsinkiuni https://t.co/giY1uZK9CS
The University of Helsinki is celebrating its 379th anniversary today! 💙 How have you benefited from university education? Share your experiences. #ResearchMatters
The next government has the opportunity to provide sustainable resources for science and academic education and to create a shared, widely accepted notion of the role of science and knowledge in Finnish society. Add the #researchmatters frame to your profile picture and show support for research and education. In the picture: Vice-Rector Hanna Snellman.
In the 1960s most Finnish babies weighing under 1,5 kg perished. In the 2000s, approx. 90% of such babies were still alive at the age of one, largely thanks to science. #ResearchMatters #HelsinkiHealth #health #medicine #pediatrics @amchelsinki https://t.co/DxaGFmON2D
In the 1960s most Finnish babies weighing under 1,5 kg perished. In the 2000s, approx. 90% of such babies were still alive at the age of one, largely thanks to science. #ResearchMatters #HelsinkiHealth #health #medicine #pediatrics @amchelsinki https://t.co/DxaGFmON2D
In the 1960s most Finnish babies weighing under 1,5 kg perished. In the 2000s, approximately 90% of such babies were still alive at the age of one, largely thanks to science. #ResearchMatters #HelsinkiHealth #health #medicine #pediatrics @amchelsinki https://t.co/DxaGFmON2D
In the 1960s most Finnish babies weighing under 1,5 kg perished. In the 2000s, approximately 90% of such babies were still alive at the age of one, largely thanks to science. #ResearchMatters #HelsinkiHealth #health #medicine #pediatrics @amchelsinki https://t.co/DxaGFmON2D
Pulled oats has been a huge success story in the Finnish food industry. "Innovations require multi-layered knowledge and understanding of the big picture, both products of science", writes @ReettaKivela, one of the inventors. #ResearchMatters #helsinkiuni https://t.co/Roo0okMlkp
"6. The researchers of the world must unite to protect the truth from such arbitrary treatment." This is @pekkasauri's manifesto for research & researchers. Researchers of the world, unite! #researchmatters #WeAreHelsinkiUni #research https://t.co/ZiCNeF3dAd
Rector @niemela_jari is pleased with the negotiation result for the government programme in Finland: "it provides good tools for developing Finland into a forerunner in expertise." #researchmatters #helsinkiuni https://t.co/6AF7tpJAT1
In the last hundred years, Finland has risen to the global summit according to various indicators of child health. That is something worth celebrating, says our former Rector and Chancellor Kari Raivio. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede #SDGs #GlobalGoals https://t.co/LP7GfVS58J
We are consuming too much of our natural resources, and what is more, only 9.1% of harnessed natural resources remain in the cycle. A new economic model is needed, says @MariPantsar from @SitraFund. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede #circulareconomy https://t.co/X5DIf5QUK0
Scientists have a clear message: environmental concerns and climate change mitigation must be placed at the centre of all decision-making, says @LiisaRohweder the Secretary General of @WWFSuomi. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/AKqRgQ6ugQ
The City of Helsinki and the university have always been important mutual partners. Both benefit from each other’s success, says the mayor @Vapaavuori. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/V1l9zB2Zih
"Is research and education meaningless?," asks Sami Itani, the President of Finnish Athletics. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/xM49XfWgUU
At a time when public debate is dominated by fake news and alternative facts, the significance of science and research is greater than ever, states Executive Director @TuijaTa. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/fiUITptkJv
"Finland’s goal of increasing research resources to 4% of the gross national product is a worthy one," states rector @niemela_jari in his speech at the University’s 379th anniversary celebration. #ResearchMatters #wearehelsinkiuni https://t.co/PIpcROISgb
Literacy has helped Finland grow and develop its culture, economy and wealth, says professor and dean @PHiidenmaa. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/3DGhW9GGGX
Twenty years ago, chronic myeloid leukaemia meant a death sentence, with all patients dying within five years of the diagnosis. However, a significant breakthrough made in cancer research in the 1990s changed everything, as researchers were successful in developing a targeted drug therapy for the disease. The next potential advancement in cancer treatment is based on activating the patient’s own immune defence system, says professor Satu Mustjoki. Getting there requires sufficient funding for research. #Researchmatters #Siksitiede
Carbon sinks slow down climate change but global warming can cause unpredictable changes in the way they function. Understanding these mechanisms requires research and listening to scientists – even when the answers provided by them are uncomfortable, says Professor of Meteorology Timo Vesala. #Researchmatters #Siksitiede
‘Staff and students are the heart of any university’, says Sally Mapstone, Chair of the International Advisory Board of the University of Helsinki & Principal and Vice-Chancellor @univofstandrews. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/9ajnzyIjY5
Investment in education, research and innovation must become strategic focus areas for the next government. #Researchmatters #osaamisenpuolesta https://t.co/V5XWLfVmuO
Finland is a small cultural and linguistic area. The core of high-quality university education is research conducted by the teaching staff, says professor @AnuKantola. @BIBUresearch @SocSciHelsinki #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/BMWH5JZY1B
As the whole world is in the grips of change, research broadens perspectives based on one’s own personal experience and that of friends, helping people understand society better. – In addition to maintaining equal opportunities for citizens to take part in joint decision-making, the duty of research is to ensure high-quality education to students, says professor Anu Kantola. #Researchmatters #Siksitiede
What if antibiotics become ineffective in the future? The spread of bacteria resistant to antibiotics has drawn comparisons with the threat posed by climate change. @mpjvirta @HELSINKISUS #ResearchMatters #siksitiede #HelsinkiHealth https://t.co/md3FBGmzFi
What if antibiotics become ineffective in the future? The spread of bacteria resistant to antibiotics has drawn comparisons with the threat posed by climate change. @mpjvirta @HELSINKISUS #ResearchMatters #siksitiede #HelsinkiHealth https://t.co/md3FBGmzFi
The spread of bacteria resistant to antibiotics is a global problem. If the prevalence of this trait cannot be curbed, by 2050, bacteria resistant to antibiotics may kill more people than cancer. There is still time for research. According to researcher Marko Virta, more long-term research on antibiotic resistance should be conducted in Asia and Africa. That could help saving lives and achieving savings in patient care everywhere. #Researchmatters #Siksitiede
What do 17th century witch-hunts and slander on social media have in common? ”In the 17th century, smart people descended to persecuting others just like people do today on social media. They believed things that couldn’t possibly be true. Mass hysteria led to persecution,” says historian Mirkka Lappalainen. Research makes it possible to identify recurring mechanisms, such as miscalculations to which humans have succumbed throughout the centuries. The value of academic historical research lies in the fact that educated scholars know the importance of a critical approach. #Researchmatters #Siksitiede
Long-term research and public education are needed for the society to fully take advantage of artificial intelligence while minimising the damage. @teemu_roos #ResearchMatters #siksitiede #ElementsofAI https://t.co/c1twpFeCOa
In order to remain one of the best in the world, the Finnish school system requires continuous science-based renewal. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/apgO7Bsymq
The next potential advancement in cancer treatment could be based on activating the patient’s own immune defence system. However, short-sighted funding for cancer research might postpone therapeutic breakthrough. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/O5yao1Yari
Finland is getting ready for the parliamentary elections in April this year and so are we. #ResearchMatters campaign (in Finnish #siksitiede) highlights why research and research-based teaching are needed: https://t.co/0LWk1XVaxj
“Basically, this profession is about recognising fake news,” historian Mirkka Lappalainen says, when asked about the importance of academic education of historians. #HelsinkiUni #researchmatters #history #research #education @HYhumtdk https://t.co/omtelxRcqG
Cancer can affect each of us through the illness of a child, spouse, parent, grandparent or friend. Investment in basic research is the only way to conquer cancer, says @SannaLauslahti. #HelsinkiHealth #researchmatters #cancer #health #researchfunding https://t.co/AMfk967mpO
Cancer can affect each of us through the illness of a child, spouse, parent, grandparent or friend. Investment in basic research is the only way to conquer cancer, says @SannaLauslahti. #HelsinkiHealth #researchmatters #cancer #health #researchfunding https://t.co/AMfk967mpO
Great advances have been made in cancer research. Professor Satu Mustjoki is concerned, however, that too short funding periods are hampering the work of researchers. #HelsinkiHealth #cancer #researchfunding #researchmatters @LifeSciHelsinki @amchelsinki https://t.co/JsVTeNkxjv
Great advances have been made in cancer research. Professor Satu Mustjoki is concerned, however, that too short funding periods are hampering the work of researchers. #HelsinkiHealth #cancer #researchfunding #researchmatters @LifeSciHelsinki @amchelsinki https://t.co/JsVTeNkxjv
Despite the very serious threats of climate change, there is hope amidst envionmental anxiety, says ecotheologian @panupihkala. #HelsinkiSustainability #WorldEnvironmentDay2019 #WorldEnvironmentDay #climatechange #researchmatters @HelsinkiTheol https://t.co/dZNG9OBHnc
"Climate change can no longer be stopped – but science can help to curb it", says professor Timo Vesala. #HelsinkiSustainability #WorldEnvironmentDay2019 #WorldEnvironmentDay #climatechange #researchmatters @vesala2 https://t.co/VW68zhmfF8
Mind and matter matters! @PaavoPylkkanen @helsinkiuni #wearehelsinkiuni #researchmatters https://t.co/346ltoQGGh
#History is a strong medium of power, something on which everyone has an opinion. Without universities and educated scholars, it may become distorted, says Mirkka Lappalainen, a docent of history and university lecturer. @HYhumtdk #ResearchMatters https://t.co/G1nyqtMyt7
Challenges for enhancing the #impact of science according to the panel - long timelines, narrow ideas about impact, need for entrepr. help for commerzialisation&startup phase, lack of investments from companies. Luckily these are things we can solve! #researchmatters #tiedekulma
Climate change can no longer be stopped – but science can help to curb it. According to #IPCC, the increase of greenhouse gas emissions, such as carbon dioxide, should be decreased by 45% by 2030. #ResearchMatters #siksitiede https://t.co/DAZjLikN2c
"Tutkimukseen satsaaminen on investointi tulevaisuuteen. Sillä on pysyvä, positiivinen vaikutus.", sanoo @helsinkiuni vararehtori @PaulaEerola. Näin selkeää se on, ihan oikeasti. #HorizonEurope #helsinkiuni #researchmatters