Jani Kivioja appointed to lead VTT’s Quantum Technologies research area to accelerate the commercialisation of research
“Finland already has strong scientific expertise in quantum technologies. What is still needed is determined R&D, piloting and innovation to accelerate commercialisation,” says Jani Kivioja, who has been appointed Vice President of VTT’s Quantum Technologies research area from 1 November 2026. Kivioja brings experience in both quantum technology research and corporate research and technology leadership.
Jani Kivioja, DSc (Tech), is an experienced research and technology leader specialising in quantum and nanotechnology. He began his career at VTT as a researcher in micro- and nanoelectronics