EXPERIENCES OF INTEGRATING MSc STUDENT RESEARCH PROJECTS IN THE 'ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS AND HEALTH' AREA

The aim of this paper is to present the process of integrating MSc student theses with our existing research projects, in the area of electromagnetic fields and health. Since 2004, we have integrated ten MSc theses into our research projects. In Finland, a thesis generally spans a six month working period. Typically, thesis planning starts with a research plan and identifies possible funding sources for the project. For students, it is important to find tasks that are possible to complete within 6 months. We cite example cases and show how we have integrated students into projects and in-turn try to develop the teaching process as an integral part of our research projects.