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I am passionate about combining biotechnology, data analysis, and technology to create user-centered solutions that improve learning and research impact. With a strong background in project management, I have successfully led and delivered development projects, overseeing everything from funding applications and technical implementation to dissemination and communication.
My expertise covers data analysis (Python, R), digital learning design, and chemical and biochemical/biomedical research and teaching in biotechnology (VR/360°) . At Aalto University, I have designed and implemented innovative learning environments reaching 1,500+ students annually, trained faculty members in user-centered digital pedagogy. My work has been recognized with the Aalto Open Science Award (2024) and Chemical Industry Safety Award (2025) (2025).
With experience in both academic research and applied teaching, I have designed and led projects that improve laboratory safety culture and make science education more data-driven and accessible. My teaching and research in biochemistry, biotechnology, and chemical laboratory practices emphasize safe, inclusive, and evidence-based learning environments.
Outside of academia, I contribute to public safety as a VAPEPA volunteer rescue diver, applying teamwork, situational awareness, and crisis preparedness in real-world environments.
I am particularly interested in roles that connect safety, data, and education technology to improve processes, decision-making, and human performance.
Master's degree, Engineering and Technology
Award Date: 30 Jul 2021
Bachelor's degree, Engineering and Technology
Award Date: 30 Jul 2019
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Research output: Thesis › Doctoral Thesis › Collection of Articles
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Karttunen, A. (Principal investigator), Eklund, K. (Project Member), Zeitz, S. (Project Member) & Girmay, S. (Project Member)
01/09/2024 → 31/08/2028
Project: RCF Academy Project
Girmay, S. (Project Member) & Mölsä, A. (Project Member)
01/09/2024 → 31/12/2024
Project: Other Domestic (20 FC)
Ikkala, O. (Principal investigator), Hong, X. (Project Member), Ressouche, E. (Project Member), Cherian, T. (Project Member), Kiefer, S. (Project Member), Zhang, H. (Project Member), Nath, A. (Project Member), Som, A. (Project Member), Girmay, S. (Project Member), Liang, C. (Project Member), Turunen, M. (Project Member), Eklund, A. (Project Member), Peng, B. (Project Member), Chandra, S. (Project Member), Srbova, L. (Project Member), Wani, O. (Project Member), Gustavsson, L. (Project Member), Hu, S. (Project Member), Fang, Y. (Project Member), Piho, K. (Project Member) & Lin, Z. (Project Member)
01/10/2017 → 30/09/2022
Project: EU: ERC grants
Karttunen, A. (Recipient), Girmay, S. (Recipient), Yliniemi, K. (Recipient), Nieminen, M.-H. (Recipient) & Linnera, J. (Recipient), Dec 2024
Prize: Award or honor granted for a specific work
Karttunen, A. (Recipient), Linnera, J. (Recipient), Girmay, S. (Recipient), Nieminen, M.-H. (Recipient) & Yliniemi, K. (Recipient), Jun 2025
Prize: Award or honor granted for a specific work
Girmay, S. (Recipient), 9 Oct 2024
Prize: Granted funding (personal grants)
Karttunen, A. (Organiser), Kraus, F. (Participant), Maschio, L. (Participant), Girmay, S. (Organiser), Bonometti, L. (Participant), Blum, D. (Participant) & Blank, L. (Participant)
Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Organization of a workshop, panel, session, tutorial or event
18/06/2025
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Media appearance
09/10/2024
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Media appearance