ResQ — Overview
We carry out and coordinate globally top-level research in fundamental quantum science and technology.
Our objective is to advice and foster the development of the relevant national infrastructures in the area of quantum technology.
Our research working group builds opportunities for emerging research areas, supports original networking and fosters a national postdoc program.
We nurture a high-level visitor program in quantum technology and arrange every year a scientific symposium with strong emphasis on networking.
OtaNano is a national open access research infrastructure (RI) that provides advanced nanofabrication, nanomicroscopy, and ultra-low temperature measurement facilities for quantum technologies on Otaniemi campus, Espoo.
OtaNano is founded and developed jointly by Aalto University and VTT.
Finnish Quantum Computing Infrastructure (FiQCI) is a new research infrastructure jointly developed by VTT, Aalto University and CSC – IT center for science Ltd.
In coming years, FiQCI will provide quantum computing services, such as computing time and training, to support the planning of the utilization of computing technology in future quantum computers.
Around 120 researchers from Aalto University, University of Helsinki and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland work together for the joint goals of the national Centre of Excellence; Quantum Technology Finland (QTF), to harness quantum phenomena in solid-state-based quantum devices and applications.
Meet the leadership
Pertti Hakonen
ResQ operations lead
pertti.hakonen@aalto.fi
Sorin Paraoanu
ResQ operations lead
Aalto University
sorin.paraoanu@aalto.fi
Esko Keski-Vakkuri
ResQ coordination
University of Helsinki
esko.keski-vakkuri@helsinki.fi
Jorden Senior
ResQ coordination
VTT
jorden.senior@vtt.fi
News & Events
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Low-Temperature Quantum Detectors Conference: From fundamentals to applications
The conference on Low-Temperature Quantum Detectors (LTQD2025) will be in Helsinki, showcasing advanced measurement technologies from August 3-6, 2025.
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Standpoint: European Commission should continue funding networked, international low-temperature infrastructure
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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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 real materials.” Professor Morais Smith is a theoretical physicist working on strongly interacting systems at Utrecht University, the Netherlands. In collaboration with experimental colleagues, her group has…
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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) has declared 2025 the Year of Quantum. Finnish quantum players are capitalizing on the momentum of this declaration by producing events, public education and outreach activities,…
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Quantum aesthetics: How one researcher combines scientific communication with mid-century design
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 Huang’s work deals in the atomically thin interfaces of van der Waals heterostructures and the surprising physics that arises therein. But Huang is also interested in…
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Finnish Quantum Flagship opens lighthouse and exploratory projects call: Quantum Future (P4)
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 calls during the course of the flagship (2024, 2026, 2028). Each call will result in the funding of 1-2 high-impact lighthouse projects and/or 1-2 smaller exploratory…