The Finnish Quantum Institute
Mission
Our goal at InstituteQ is to raise the readiness of Finnish society for the disruptive potential and implications quantum technologies will have for society and the economy at large.
By teaming up our expertise and resources, we aim to carry, implement and mutually benefit from front line research, education, innovations, and infrastructures, that form the competitive edge for our community in the quantum era.
Finnish Quantum Flagship
Hosted within InstituteQ, the Finnish Quantum Flagship is an 8-year project jointly funded by its various host organisations and the Research Council of Finland.
The host organisations are Aalto University (coordinator), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, the University of Helsinki, the University of Jyväskylä, Tampere University, the University of Oulu, and CSC-IT Centre for Science.
News & Events
Low-Temperature Quantum Detectors
August 3-6
Location: The Clarion Hotel, Tyynenmerenkatu 2, 00220 Helsinki
Finnish Quantum Days 2025
September 3-4
Location: Aalto University Töölö, Runeberginkatu 14-16, 00100 Helsinki
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Standpoint: European Commission should continue funding networked, international low-temperature infrastructure
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The European Microkelvin Platform’s funding ended in 2023, highlighting the importance of collaborative low-temperature research. It enabled significant innovations in quantum technology and trained future specialists in cryogenics.
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QDOC kick-off: March 11-12
InstituteQ is pleased to welcome all Quantum Doctoral Program Pilot (QDOC) students, PIs and anyone working in quantum science and technology to QDOC’s official kickoff event. The purpose of…
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InstituteQ Colloquium: Professor Cristiane de Morais Smith
This InstituteQ Colloquium features Professor Cristiane de Morais Smith of the Institute for Theoretical Physics at Utrecht University. The title of her talk is “Quantum Fractals: From meta- to…
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Year of Quantum 2025: What does this global declaration mean for Finland?
The year of 2025 marks a significant step forward for quantum technology research and development both in Finland and beyond. The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)…
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InstituteQ Visitor’s Talk: Sebastian de Graaf of the National Physical Laboratory (UK)
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Sebastian de Graaf of the National Physical Laboratory (UK) is a frequent collaborator with both VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Aalto University. His work with these groups…
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New agreement offers cross-institutional quantum study opportunities at Aalto University, University of Helsinki
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The updated QuantEd cross-institutional studies agreement between Aalto University and the University of Helsinki allows students of selected degree programmes to sign-up for quantum-related courses organized by the other…
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Quantum Software Day 2025
The Quantum Software Day 2025 is connecting industry, researchers, students, and others curious of quantum computing to discuss emerging topics in quantum computing software and its applications. The event consists of…
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Quantum aesthetics: How one researcher combines scientific communication with mid-century design
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Xin Huang not only explores the convergence of two-dimensional materials, but also how quantum physics can be illustrated utilising clean and simple graphic design Aalto University doctoral researcher Xin…
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Finnish Quantum Flagship opens lighthouse and exploratory projects call: Quantum Future (P4)
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The Finnish Quantum Flagship (FQF) opens its first call for lighthouse and exploratory projects as part of Program 4: Quantum Future (P4). This is the first of three planned…