TURNS is a multidisciplinary research platform at Tampere University that catalyzes innovative and transdisciplinary action for urban sustainability. It emphasizes curiosity-led and scientifically courageous research on cities and urban regions outside the much-studied metropolitan areas, addressing, for example, medium-sized cities and Europe’s shrinking margins. TURNS builds networks both locally and internationally. Our partners include universities and research institutes, the City of Tampere and other municipalities, as well as various organizations promoting the sustainability transformation. We collaborate with companies, NGOs, urban activists, and residents.

Discussion with Riina Lundman and Kirsikka Kaipainen, Tampere Universities