The multidisciplinary Viikki Campus is located in the geographical centre of Helsinki, and has served as a campus area since 1946.
The is a prominent component of the growing and developing research and education cluster on the Campus. The extensive and multidisciplinary studies the effects of human activity on aquatic and marine ecosystems, and provides solutions for current environmental problems. In addition to the University’s units, the campus area hosts several government research institutions with which the University cooperates.