Quantum Computing - Eavesdropping Detection and Information Loss in Optical Networks

As part of the Edmonds College Physics Department, I completed a quarter-long undergraduate research project exploring the quantum properties of optical networks in Spring 2023. I was curious if there was a point when information loss would become indistinguishable from detection of an eavesdropper. I created a poster to present my findings at the Edmonds College Undergraduate Research Symposium in June of 2023. A final research paper typeset with LaTeX provided a detailed outline of the methodology, findings, and data.

The project involved implementing the BB-84 cryptographic protocol by programming an Arduino UNO to control a laser diode and sensor.

Source code available on GitHub