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Research Projects The National Defence University’s research activities support military defence and overall comprehensive security. The National Defence University is a higher education institution recognized for its military expertise, where res...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/research-projects
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Research fields You can find information about the National Defence University’s research fields on this website. The military science research conducted in the university is divided into eight different areas: • Operational Art and Tactics • Mili...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/research-fields
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The Research Agency has five highly specialised research divisions: Concepts and Doctrine Division, Energetic and CBRN Technology Division, Human Performance Division, Information Technology Division, and Weapons Technology Division.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/about-the-research-agency
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Instruction, research and cooperation Sustainable development and responsibility are themes cutting across the activities of the National Defence University in all areas. Sustainable development is included in instruction on all degree levels, con...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/instruction-research-and-cooperation
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Defence Research Agency is a multidisciplinary research and development organisation that provides advanced research, development, testing, and evaluation services for defence. The Agency concentrates on strategy, military science, behavioural sciences, and several different technologies.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/about-us/finnish-defence-research-agency
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5.3.2026 | This research bulletin examines the conceptualisation of cognitive warfare and its distinctive features in relation to information warfare and psychological warfare.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/a-research-bulletin-on-the-conceptualisation-of-cognitive-warfare-in-the-nato-framework
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MAPS1 research project looks into defence-related knowledge How and with what kind of information do citizens form their views and opinions on national defence? In the MAPS1 research project in Military Sociology, we study this by looking into int...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/research/maps1
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12.6.2025 | This research bulletin examines the principles and solutions presented by NATO and selected NATO members’ Multi-domain operations (MDO) concepts.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/research-bulletin-on-multi-domain-operations
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7.11.2025 | The majority of research on the People’s Liberation Army is conducted in the United States and, so far, the European perspective has not attracted a great deal of attention. Europe, in fact, has a growing need to strengthen its own research networks, so that the effects of China’s military progress would be better understood. The seminar China's Military Modernization and Growing Capabilities in ...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/-/too-little-research-is-being-conducted-on-the-chinese-people-s-liberation-army-the-national-defence-university-took-on-the-challenge
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20.2.2026 | Technological upheaval, threat scenarios in the military operational environment and recent war experiences have created a need to develop and coordinate the Defence Forces' innovation activities. This need has been addressed by gradually starting a coordinated Defence Forces innovation service from the beginning of 2026. The Defence Forces innovation unit will be established under the Finnish Defence Research Agency as part of the innovation activities.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/the-finnish-defence-forces-initiated-coordinated-innovation-activities
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25.3.2025 | The FDRA research review 2025–3 examines the psychological effects of cyberattacks on IT workers.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/research-bulletin-on-psychological-effects-of-cyberattacks
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7.11.2025 | The majority of research on the People’s Liberation Army is conducted in the United States and, so far, the European perspective has not attracted a great deal of attention. Europe, in fact, has a growing need to strengthen its own research networks, so that the effects of China’s military progress would be better understood. The seminar China's Military Modernization and Growing Capabilities in ...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/1951210/too-little-research-is-being-conducted-on-the-chinese-people-s-liberation-army-the-national-defence-university-took-on-the-challenge
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15.1.2025 | The substantial donation supports AI research at thirteen universities: Aalto University, Hanken School of Economics, National Defence University, Tampere University, University of Eastern Finland, University of Helsinki, University of Lapland, University of Jyväskylä, University of Oulu, University of the Arts Helsinki, University of Turku, University of Vaasa, and Åbo Akademi University. Additionally, the donation supports the activities of the international ELLIS Institute.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/1951210/peter-sarlin-s-substantial-donation-to-strengthen-ai-research-in-finland-new-professorship-for-ndu
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3.4.2025 | Technologies and innovations shape warfare at an unprecedented pace. Defence Research Yearbook 2025 highlights key trends such as the relevance of drones, sensor technology, and international research co-operation for Finland’s defence.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/new-technologies-and-practices-shape-defence-research-how-will-finland-prepare-for-future-threats-and-take-advantage-of-new-opportunities-
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Our Main Functions The main functions of the National Defence University are research , education and societal impact . The main functions have strategic objectives and goals, that have been created based on our mission, vision and central princip...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/strategy/our-main-functions
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KOMAR - Total Defence as a part of National Resilience 2024-2028 Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine and the resulting security threats and challenges have highlighted the importance of total defence as part of national resilience. Significant c...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/komar-en
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Department of Leadership and Military Pedagogy: Professors and Assistant Professors Professors Professor Heikki Kyröläinen, DSportSc, FACSM Field of appointment: Biology of sport, a soldier’s physical performance Teaching and research A soldier’s ...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/professors-at-the-department-of-leadership-and-military-pedagogy
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2.4.2026 | This research bulletin examines the effects of the war in Ukraine within Russia from a regional perspective and explores how these impacts are reflected in the security of Northern Europe.https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/the-regional-impacts-of-the-war-in-ukraine-on-russia-and-their-implications-for-the-security-environment
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2.4.2026 | This research bulletin examines the effects of the war in Ukraine within Russia from a regional perspective and explores how these impacts are reflected in the security of Northern Europe.https://logistiikkalaitos.fi/en/-/1948673/the-regional-impacts-of-the-war-in-ukraine-on-russia-and-their-implications-for-the-security-environment
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2.4.2026 | This research bulletin examines the effects of the war in Ukraine within Russia from a regional perspective and explores how these impacts are reflected in the security of Northern Europe.https://maavoimat.fi/en/-/1948673/the-regional-impacts-of-the-war-in-ukraine-on-russia-and-their-implications-for-the-security-environment