Strategic Research Profiles at Åbo Akademi University

Åbo Akademi University focuses its research on four strategic themes:

Molecular Process and Material Technology, focusing on chemical engineering and material aspects in the bioeconomy.

Drug Development and Diagnostics, focusing on materials and technologies for health – from molecules to devices and drug delivery systems.

Minority Research, interdisciplinary research on the complexities involved in the production and construction of minority positions, identities, and rights.

The Sea, towards a living lab for marine and maritime research – society, nature, and technology.

These four strategic research themes direct Åbo Akademi University towards a set of pathways that provides for aspirations and inspire actions towards important contributions to societal issues.

Research profiles

Minority Research

Åbo Akademi University research on minorities builds on a broad understanding of minority research and its focus extends to minorities on a global level and

Molecular Process and Material Technology

Chemical engineering and materials technology connected to the advanced utilization of nature-based compounds is one of our internationally recognized areas of research.

Drug Development and Diagnostics

In co-operation with the University of Turku, we have established a joint focal area in drug development and diagnostics. Turku is a leader in drug

The Sea

Marine biology is a research-intensive subject with a strong international orientation. Since June 2017, The Sea has been one of our four focal areas in

Updated 5.6.2020