Weaving Light for Quantum Control
![The architecture leverages a lattice of interconnected pentapods-distinguished by left (0) and right (1) configurations and coupled via hopping terms [latex]J_{x_L}[/latex] and [latex]J_{x_R}[/latex]-to encode quantum states [latex]|b(s_1, s_2, p)\rangle[/latex] with control qubits [latex]s_1, s_2 = \pm[/latex] and a target qubit [latex]p = 0, 1[/latex], achieving eight zero-energy degenerate eigenstates at initial parameters [latex]J_{\ell p} = 0[/latex] and demonstrating the successful implementation of both Toffoli and OR quantum gates through state tomography and precise modulation of the driving cycle.](https://arxiv.org/html/2512.21101v1/x4.png)
Researchers demonstrate a novel approach to building quantum computers by harnessing the geometric properties of light within photonic circuits.
What’s worth watching on Boxing Day?
No matter how you’re spending Boxing Day, the movie Puss in Boots: The Last Wish offers fun for the whole family. It’s a popular continuation of the story starring Antonio Banderas, and it’s likely to get you excited for the next Shrek movie, coming in 2027.
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Timothée Chalamet Was Really Spanked By Kevin O’Leary In Marty Supreme
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When Seeing Isn’t Believing: A New Approach to Fake News Detection
Researchers are shifting focus from aligning image and text to actively identifying discrepancies, leading to a more robust defense against deceptive content.
The Princess Bride’s Inigo/Wesley Duel Is the Best Movie Sword Fight Ever
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