Multiscale Materials Characterization

We explore the structure of materials across multiple length scales — from the molecular level to bulk materials. Using X-ray and neutron-based imaging and scattering techniques, we address scientific and industrial challenges in a wide range of fields.

Table of contents

Research group type
Research group
Core fields of research
Basic natural phenomena and mathematical thinking
Research areas
Nanoscience Center
Materials physics
Faculty
Faculty of Mathematics and Science
Department
Department of Physics

Research group description

Our research group focuses on the structural characterization of materials across multiple length scales, from the molecular to the macroscopic. We investigate the internal architecture of various materials using advanced imaging and scattering techniques, primarily based on X-rays and neutrons. We operate an open-access X-ray tomography laboratory for non-invasive, three-dimensional imaging of microstructures and use X-ray and neutron scattering to probe nanostructures. In parallel, we develop and refine these methods to enhance their accuracy and adapt them to diverse research needs. By uncovering the micro- and nanostructure of materials — such as wood-based materials and soils — and their interactions with factors like moisture, we help solve challenges in both scientific research and industrial applications. 

Publications

Publication
2025
Available through Open Access

Composites Part B: Engineering.
Almeida, José Humberto S.
Miettinen, Arttu
Léonard, Fabien
Falzon, Brian G.
Withers, Philip J.
Publication
2025
Available through Open Access

Wood Science and Technology.
Dsouza, Royson D.
Harjupatana, Tero
Miettinen, Arttu
Brandstätter, Florian
Harju, Anni
Venäläinen, Martti
Möttönen, Veikko
Borrega, Marc
Paajanen, Antti
Füssl, Josef
Fortino, Stefania
Publication
2025
Available through Open Access

Separation and Purification Technology.
Virtanen, Emilia J.
Kukkonen, Esa
Yliharju, Janne
Tuomisto, Minnea
Frimodig, Janne
Kinnunen, Kimmo
Lahtinen, Elmeri
Hänninen, Mikko M.
Väisänen, Ari
Haukka, Matti
Moilanen, Jani O.
Publication
2025
Available through Open Access

Soil and Tillage Research.
Hyväluoma, Jari
Keskinen, Riikka
Hetmanenko, Viktoriia
Kinnunen, Sami
Miettinen, Arttu
Niemi, Petri
Kaseva, Janne
Soinne, Helena
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Materials & Design.
Wiklund, Jenny
Miettinen, Arttu
Parkkonen, Joni
Mela, Lauri
Karakoç, Alp
Paltakari, Jouni
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Soil and Tillage Research.
Rasa, Kimmo
Tähtikarhu, Mika
Miettinen, Arttu
Kähärä, Topi
Uusitalo, Risto
Mikkola, Jarmo
Hyväluoma, Jari
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Soil Use and Management.
Hyväluoma, Jari
Niemi, Petri
Kinnunen, Sami
Brobbey, Kofi
Miettinen, Arttu
Keskinen, Riikka
Soinne, Helena
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Applied Optics.
Kiiskinen, Titta
Mangs, Oliver
Virkajärvi, Jussi
Elsehrawy, Farid
Salo, Satu
Miettinen, Arttu
Halme, Janne
Harlin, Ali
Ketoja, Jukka A.
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Journal of Environmental Management.
Soinne, Helena
Hyyrynen, Matti
JokubÄ—, MedilÄ—
Keskinen, Riikka
Hyväluoma, Jari
Pihlainen, Sampo
Hyytiäinen, Kari
Miettinen, Arttu
Rasa, Kimmo
Lemola, Riitta
Virtanen, Eetu
Heinonsalo, Jussi
Heikkinen, Jaakko
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Applied Clay Science.
Tanttu, Joni
Harjupatana, Tero
Miettinen, Arttu
Kataja, Markku
Publication
2024
Available through Open Access

Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems.
Wasiljeff, Joonas
Salminen, Johanna M.
Roberts, Andrew P.
Hu, Pengxiang
Brown, Maxwell
Kuva, Jukka
Lukkari, Sari
Jolis, Ester M.
Heinsalu, Atko
Hong, Weiâ€Li
Lepland, Aivo
Suuroja, Sten
Parkkonen, Joni
Virtasalo, Joonas J.
Publication
2024

Journal of Environmental Management.
Soinne, Helena
Hyyrynen, Matti
JokubÄ—, MedilÄ—
Keskinen, Riikka
Hyväluoma, Jari
Pihlainen, Sampo
Hyytiäinen, Kari
Miettinen, Arttu
Rasa, Kimmo
Lemola, Riitta
Virtanen, Eetu
Heinonsalo, Jussi
Heikkinen, Jaakko

Research group

External members

Mikko Mankinen

PhD student (Medical Physics)