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International projects rely on multi-level knowledge sharing and learning. Based on empirical experiences, this article explores the knowledge requirements and learning opportunities that emerge in such contexts.

Arena Pro

Project's key experts sitting in a discussion in a classroom.
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Arena Public

9.4.2026

What hinders sustainability reporting in SMEs?

9.4.2026
Environment and Sustainability

Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) face persistent challenges in sustainability reporting, primarily due to manual data collection, non-standardised datasets, siloed information systems, and the absence of harmonised reporting infrastructures. Although the EU’s sustainability reporting requirements do not directly apply to SMEs, those that remain at passive risk becoming the primary losers.

A young woman is immersed in a virtual reality experience, exploring digital networking.

Arena Pro

16.3.2026

When the classroom turns virtual: Teacher students practising challenging interactions with an AI-driven simulated student

16.3.2026
Education and Learning Technology and Industry

This article explores how VR- and AI-based simulations were piloted in an internationally oriented teacher education program in Finland. Simulations enabled teacher students to practice and reflect on managing emotionally challenging classroom interactions and reflect on their professional identity and pedagogical principles.

Arena Pro

23.1.2026

Qwen-VL VLMs for zero- and few-shot object detection

23.1.2026
Technology and Industry

Vision Language Models (VLMs) can understand both images and text. Users can provide an image and instruct the model to perform vision-related tasks. In this article, we explore how well open Qwen3-VL models perform in a manufacturing-related object detection use case.

Project's key experts sitting in a discussion in a classroom.

Arena Pro

19.1.2026

Learning in international development projects: Insights from a coordinating agency

19.1.2026
Education and Learning

International projects rely on multi-level knowledge sharing and learning. Based on empirical experiences, this article explores the knowledge requirements and learning opportunities that emerge in such contexts.

Arena Pro

24.11.2025

A new framework for utilising participatory methods

24.11.2025
Health and Wellbeing Society and Phenomena

Involving end-users in developing digital health apps is crucial. Participatory methods need time and flexibility in practice.

A person interacting with a smartphone while digital chat and AI icons float above, suggesting communication with a chatbot or messaging service. A laptop is partially visible in the foreground, emphasizing a tech-driven environment.

Arena Pro

7.10.2025

Bridging AI and Primary Care: AI-assisted Health System Integration Model for the Inclusion App

7.10.2025
Health and Wellbeing Technology and Industry

A multidisciplinary team co-developed an AI-assisted rehabilitation model tailored to Rwanda’s primary care, emphasizing interoperability and equitable and scalable access.

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Arena Public

15.8.2025

From project-based success to sustainable service provision – Insights from BioBoosters

15.8.2025
Business and Economy Environment and Sustainability

This article explores the premises for integrating a project-based hackathon as a long-term service model in a business support organisation or e.g. an academia-based innovation hub – and what can be learned from the experiences of Jamk University of Applied Science.

Kädet tietokoneen näppäimistöllä, koneen yllä leijuu tietoturvakuvakkeita kuten avain, lukko ja kilpi.

Arena Pro

5.8.2025

A review on post-quantum cryptography and related cyber threats for critical infrastructures

5.8.2025
Technology and Industry

This article discusses the role of quantum computing in cyber threats for critical infrastructures, with a focus on operational technology. Various threats are discussed highlighting the importance of research in this field of application.

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Arena Public

24.6.2025

Tips for successful thesis process from the student’s and the supervisor’s perspective

24.6.2025
Business and Economy Education and Learning

A graduating student and a thesis supervisor are looking back at the past thesis process and giving tips for the future students to consider.

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Arena Public

5.6.2025

Bodensee: Observations on Tourism and Regional Development

5.6.2025
Business and Economy Environment and Sustainability

What do zeppelins, medieval towns, wine, and cross-border train rides have in common? They all come together at Lake Bodensee – a surprisingly seamless and sustainable tourism destination.