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Record 120-Qubit GHZ State Achievement Demonstrates Scalable Quantum Entanglement with Error Mitigation Summary: Researchers have created the largest Greenberger-Horne-Zeilinger (GHZ) state to date, consisting of 120 superconducting qubits, representing a significant milestone in scaling quantum entanglement [Citation: "the largest GHZ state prepared to date consisting of 120 superconducting qubits"]. The achievement demonstrates advanced capabilities in quantum state preparation using a combination of optimized compilation, low-overhead error detection, and temporary uncomputation techniques [Citation: "via a combination of optimized compilation, low-overhead error detection and temporary uncomputation"]. The team employed an automated compiler designed to maximize error detection in state preparation circuits while accommodating arbitrary qubit connectivity constraints and variations in error rates [Citation: "We use an automated compiler to maximize error-detection in state preparation circuits subject to arbitrary qubit connectivity constraints and variations in error rates"]. The prepared GHZ state achieved a fidelity of 0.56(3) with a 28% post-selection rate [Citation: "We measure a GHZ fidelity of 0.56(3) with a post-selection rate of 28%"]. Multiple certification methods were used to verify the fidelity, with all methods yielding equivalent results despite different practical considerations [Citation: "We certify the fidelity of our GHZ states using multiple methods and show that they are all equivalent, albeit with different practical considerations"]. This work advances the use of GHZ states as benchmarks for quantum hardware quality and control capabilities. Key Points: - Created the largest GHZ state ever prepared: 120 superconducting qubits - GHZ states serve as important benchmarks for quantum hardware quality - Used optimized compilation, error detection, and temporary uncomputation - Automated compiler maximizes error detection while handling connectivity constraints - Achieved GHZ fidelity of 0.56(3) with 28% post-selection rate - Multiple certification methods confirmed equivalent fidelity results - Demonstrates progress toward scalable quantum state preparation with error mitigation Notable Quotes: - "Entanglement is the quintessential quantum phenomenon and a key enabler of quantum algorithms." [Citation: Original content] - "The ability to faithfully entangle many distinct particles is often used as a benchmark for the quality of hardware and control in a quantum computer." [Citation: Original content] - "GHZ states, also known as Schr\"odinger cat states, are useful for this task. They are easy to verify, but difficult to prepare due to their high sensitivity to noise." [Citation: Original content] Data Points: - 120 superconducting qubits in the GHZ state - Fidelity measurement: 0.56(3) (56% with uncertainty of 3%) - Post-selection rate: 28% - Previous record: Not specified, but implied to be smaller than 120 qubits Controversial Claims: - The claim that this represents "the largest GHZ state prepared to date" could be challenged if other groups have unpublished results with larger qubit counts - The statement that GHZ states are "easy to verify" might be contested given the complexity of quantum state tomography at this scale - The practical utility of GHZ states with 56% fidelity (0.56) for actual quantum algorithms may be questioned given the relatively low fidelity Technical Terms: - Entanglement - Quantum algorithms - Greenberger-Horne-Zeilinger (GHZ) states - Schr\"odinger cat states - Superconducting qubits - Optimized compilation - Error detection - Temporary uncomputation - Qubit connectivity constraints - Error rates - Fidelity - Post-selection - State preparation circuits - Certification methods Content Analysis: This content presents a major experimental achievement in quantum computing from a research paper. The core subject is the creation and verification of GHZ states (quantum entangled states) using superconducting qubits. Key themes include quantum entanglement as a fundamental quantum phenomenon, the use of GHZ states as hardware benchmarks, and the technical challenges of scaling quantum systems. The content emphasizes methodological innovations in compilation, error detection, and uncomputation techniques. The significance lies in demonstrating scalable quantum state preparation with error mitigation strategies, representing progress toward fault-tolerant quantum computing. Extraction Strategy: The summary prioritizes the experimental achievement, quantitative results, and methodological innovations. I will structure the extraction to highlight: (1) the record-breaking nature of the 120-qubit GHZ state, (2) the technical approaches used to achieve this milestone, (3) the measured performance metrics, and (4) the certification methods. Citations will be included for specific claims about the state preparation and verification techniques. The strategy maintains technical accuracy while making the breakthrough accessible to readers with quantum computing background. Knowledge Mapping: This research sits at the intersection of quantum information science, superconducting qubit technology, and quantum error correction. It builds upon decades of work on entanglement theory (GHZ states were proposed in 1989) and represents practical progress toward scalable quantum computing. The work connects to broader efforts in the field to demonstrate quantum advantage through increased qubit counts and improved fidelity. The techniques described (optimized compilation, error detection) relate to ongoing research in quantum compiler design and fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures. —Inspector Grey Dispatch from Migration Phase E2