University of Jyväskylä Participates in EU-Funded European Quantum Pilot Project

Quantum computing has become a highly strategic domain with economic and societal relevance rising sharply. Applications vary from breakthroughs in drug discovery and materials science to ultra-secure communications and next-generation navigation systems.

‘SPINS’ (Semiconductor Pilot line for Industrial Quantum NanoSystems) was launched, one of the 6 European quantum pilot lines. Coordinated by imec, the consortium brings together 25 European RTOs, industry partners, and academic research groups to strengthen Europe’s leadership and sovereignty in this strategically important domain. 

The goal is bringing new quantum technologies to an industrial scale

The first actions of the SPINS-consortium include process and design optimization to establish a robust foundation for scalable, stable, and high-performing spin qubits, all on three different technology platforms: Si/SiGe, Ge/GeSi, and SOI. The pilot line focuses specifically on semiconductor-based spin qubits. The primary goal is to produce quantum chips for quantum computing applications.

The project’s €50 million total budget will enable the development of a new type of research and production environment that allows quantum chips to be manufactured using the same processes as current semiconductor components. This is a significant step toward quantum computers containing hundreds of millions of stable qubits.

JYU strengthens Finland's position at the front line of quantum technology

The University of Jyväskylä’s role in the consortium is based on its strong expertise in silicon-based quantum technologies and advanced measurement methods. Collaboration within the SPINS network offers the researchers and students new opportunities to participate in Europe-wide quantum device development.

- It is important that the University of Jyväskylä is involved in such an ambitious European project. SPINS strengthens the position of Finland and the University of Jyväskylä in the development of quantum technologies and provides a unique link between research laboratories and industrial applications, says Professor Juha Muhonen from the University of Jyväskylä.

In addition to the University of Jyväskylä, VTT and SemiQon Technologies are participating in the project from Finland. 

Business Finland supports the Finnish partners’ participation in the project through national co-funding. The project was started on 1.4.2026.