Jussi Rasku Named Fourth SEAMK Fellow
Dr. Jussi Rasku, Vice Head of GPT-Lab from Tampere University has been appointed as the fourth SEAMK Fellow at Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences.
Jussi Rasku from Tampere University works as a postdoctoral researcher, project manager, and instructor tutor at the Seinäjoki University Consortium. In his work, Rasku has explored machine learning, artificial intelligence, and optimization in various forms. His expertise also includes IoT, embedded systems, technical mathematics, and game development.
SEAMK’s Digital Factory research group has collaborated with Rasku for a long time, especially in RDI (research, development, and innovation) activities related to the manufacturing industry in South Ostrobothnia. This has included co-planning and implementing joint projects and active dialogue among local RDI stakeholders. Rasku has also been a sought-after speaker at Digital Factory events, contributing regional insight and expertise in the AI transition.
This appointment further deepens the collaboration.
“The cooperation with SEAMK has been enjoyable and natural for years due to our shared interests: breaking down barriers to software and advanced technologies, and especially AI adoption, which is vital for the region to fulfill the promise of increased productivity through automation. I am honored by the SEAMK Fellow appointment and see this role as an opportunity to further strengthen collaboration between the Seinäjoki University Consortium, the GPT-Lab research group, SEAMK, and regional industry. From a researcher’s point of view, it’s important that research knowledge connects to real industrial problems and production environments. The SEAMK Fellow role provides an excellent framework for long-term and impactful cooperation,” says Jussi Rasku.
What Does a SEAMK Fellow Do?
SEAMK Fellows serve as external experts closely cooperating with research groups where they already have strong connections. They can participate in research projects and publications; act as peer reviewers, experts, or mentors; bring forward new project ideas; support project planning; give expert lectures; promote practical use of research results; and help develop student and staff competencies.
Warm congratulations to Jussi!
Read the original press release in Finnish here: Jussi Rasku neljäs SEAMK Fellow | SEAMK.fi
(This article has been edited and translated from the original press release in Finnish).
