The Finnish Academy of Science and Letters has compiled a joint declaration with signatures from 12 universities, 3 foundations and 10 other scientific actors that seek to create a community of scientists and science supporters to act as pioneers of the sustainability transformation. The undersigned invite all scientific organisations and science funding agencies to work together.

Join us at Hanaholmen (Hanasaarenranta 5, Espoo) for a deep dive into the world of the Northern Lights and the mysteries of space weather!

Professor Minna Palmroth’s lecture will among other things reveal what the Northern Lights can tell us about the current state of space. The event concludes with the documentary Fire in the Sky (2019).

The event is part of the Night of Science programme. Free admission!

A mix of material, social, and intellectual factors make scientific insights possible. Yet, the historical and social aspects of creativity often take a backseat to the idea of individual brilliance, perpetuated not least by the scientists themselves. In this discussion, we will explore examples of these preconditions and discuss how they change over time.

Place: Studium 1, University of Helsinki (Fabianinkatu 33)

Starting from 20.12., the office of the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters will be on Christmas break. We will be available once again on 3.1.2025.

We would like to wish everyone happy holidays and thank our partners, members, and everyone who attended our events this year!