Ilpo Kulmala pursued his academic journey at Tampere University of Technology, earning a Master’s degree in Energy Technology in 1983. Later, he delved into the complexities of Computational Fluid Dynamics, culminating in a PhD from the same institution in 1997. Beyond academia, Kulmala boasts diverse skills, including a passion for aviation, holding a Private Pilot license since 1989. His adventurous spirit extends to offshore training, where he honed survival techniques in H2S, sea, and even tropical helicopter underwater escape scenarios, showcasing his resilience and adaptability in facing challenges head-on. 🎓✈️🌊