Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis

Our main research areas are algebra and discrete mathematics, analysis, applied mathematics and mechanics, stochastics and statistics, and systems analysis and operations research. We offer major and minor studies at both bachelor's and master's levels and provide doctoral research training. Our graduates have been recruited by universities, research institutes, governmental agencies as well as companies in the financial, energy and transportation sectors.

For full information on the department, visit:

math.aalto.fi

Our research groups:

Research groups working on algebra and discrete mathematics

Research groups working on mathematical analysis

Research groups working on applied mathematics and mechanics

Research groups working on stochastics and statistics

Research groups working on systems and operations research.

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Research & Art Published: 23.10.2025

Who publishes our open access publications?

Researchers at Aalto and Helsinki Universities favor open access journals with author fees published by large publishers. Popular journals without author fees are often published by universities or societies.

Press releases Published: 16.10.2025

Time crystals could power future quantum computers

A time crystal, a long-life quantum system approaching perpetual motion, has been hooked up to its environment for the first time, unlocking an intriguing way to increase quantum computational and sensing power.

Appointments Published: 14.10.2025

Introducing Qi Chen: Trustworthy AI requires algorithms that can handle unexpected situations

AI developers must focus on safer and fairer AI methods, as the trust and equality of societies are at stake, says new ELLIS Institute Finland principal investigator Qi Chen