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Prof. Lauri Savioja is a full-time Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science at Aalto University. His research focuses on room acoustics, virtual reality, and auditory displays, conducted within the Aalto Acoustics Lab—a multidisciplinary facility for sound-related research. He holds Fellowships from the Audio Engineering Society and Acoustical Society of America, and is an IEEE Senior Member. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancements in audio engineering and immersive technologies.
Education:
- Doctoral degree in Engineering and Technology (1999), Helsinki University of Technology
- Licentiate degree in Engineering and Technology (1995), Helsinki University of Technology
- Master's degree in Engineering and Technology (1991), Helsinki University of Technology
Research Interests:
- Room acoustics simulation and auralization
- Acoustic radiance transfer and reverberation modelling
- Virtual reality audio and spatial perception
- Neural network applications in wave equation solutions
- Finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) methods
Awards:
- Fellow of the Audio Engineering Society (2013)
- Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America (2018)
- Board of Governors Award, AES (2015)
- Best Doctoral Thesis Award in Technology (1999)
Grants & Advising:
Supervised 7 theses and actively participates in editorial boards (e.g., Acta Acustica). Engages in conference organizing, international collaborations, and academic outreach, including roles in the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters.
Labs & Collaborations:
Leads the Aalto Acoustics Lab, collaborating globally on projects like hybrid acoustic modelling, GPU-based real-time simulations, and spatial audio systems for virtual environments.
