Research
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ELLIS is a network of excellence connecting top AI researchers across European borders to strengthen the leadership of AI made in Europe.
Institute Finland
Established on January 1st, 2025
Unit Mission
Fundamentals of applied AI - fundamental research of machine learning, and on what is required of machine learning methods to make them reliably applicable in complex, real-world settings.
Participating Institutions
Aalto University
Åbo Akademi University
Hanken School of Economics
Lappeenranta–Lahti University of Technology (LUT University)
Tampere University
University of Eastern Finland
University of Helsinki
University of Jyväskylä
University of Lapland
University of Oulu
University of the Arts Helsinki
University of Turku
University of Vaasa
Research Agenda
The institute’s research is rooted in fundamental machine learning, yet shaped by practical challenges across science, engineering, and decision-making. Key focus areas include
- foundations of deployable ML
- collaborative AI and human-in-the-loop systems
- AI4Science, including simulation-based virtual laboratories for R&D
- will be complemented with the new PIs
Unit Directors
Coordinators
Latest News
May 30th, 2025
Pre-Launch Event Marks Key Milestone for ELLIS Institute Finland
On May 21, the ELLIS Institute Finland hosted its pre-launch event, marking an exciting step forward for the ELLIS community.
October 29th, 2024
Launch of New ELLIS Institute Finland Marks Another Milestone in Driving European AI Leadership Forward
The European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems (ELLIS) is going to launch its second institute, ELLIS Institute Finland, marking a major step in its...