What are we doing to stop the coronavirus crisis?

A number of research projects concerning the COVID-19 disease are ongoing at the University of Helsinki, with members of the University community contributing in many ways to tackling the coronavirus crisis. Get to know our activities in more detail.

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Behavioral disorders more common in children exposed to maternal antenatal corticosteroids
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The Finnish COVID dogs’ nose knows!
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Vitamin B3 revitalizes energy metabolism in muscle disease
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Why research matters
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A Finnish study adds to knowledge about treating fractures of the humeral shaft
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Events

Check out the events calendar and discover all daily happenings on and around the University of Helsinki.
20.5. 2020
Helsinki Taiwanese American Film Festival
Wed 20.5. - Mon 15.6.2020 12:00-23:00 Online only The University of Helsinki will...
25.5. 2020
Biomedicum Helsinki seminar & iCAN Science Webinar: Sten Linnarsson
Mon 25.5.2020 12:00-13:00 Zoom webinar WEBINAR Speaker 25.5.2020:   Sten...
25.5. 2020
Helena Telkänranta: Reducing tail biting in commercially farmed pigs
Mon 25.5.2020 12:00-14:00 LIVE STREAM - https://https://helsinki.zoom.us/j/...
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Come and visit us!

Walk with mammoths and broaden your thinking through newest scientific knowledge. Discover a rare plant and travel across the universe. The University of Helsinki’s visitor attractions are welcoming you to drop by or stay for longer.
Attractions at the University of Helsinki

Natural History Museum

The exhibitions in the Natural History Museum depict the diverse nature of Finland and the rest of the world.

At­trac­tions at the Uni­versity of Hel­sinki

The University of Helsinki offers several interesting attractions which you can visit quickly or peruse at leisure to learn more

Botanic gardens

The botanic gardens in Kaisaniemi and Kumpula have a versatile and fascinating collection of living plants on display.

Think Corner

Think Corner offers the latest in research in the heart of the City Centre Campus, surrounded by the passionate young and wise seniors, in the living room of one of the world’s top universities. Think Corner offers spaces, services and events to generate new thinking and new creative energy. Doors and ideas are open for everyone.