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    • Quantum optics
    • Quantum information theory

    Background:

    • Beam splitters (BS) typically create correlations between uncorrelated Gaussian states.
    • Identical Gaussian states at a BS output do not show interference or correlations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To theoretically prove and experimentally demonstrate a method for revealing interference between identical Gaussian states.
    • To explore the application of this method for detecting polarization information erasure.

    Main Methods:

    • Theoretical analysis of Gaussian states and beam splitter interactions.
    • Experimental implementation using thermal states and a beam splitter setup.
    • Utilizing discordant Gaussian states to induce observable interference.

    Main Results:

    • Interference between identical Gaussian states can be revealed by preparing at least one beam in a discordant state with a third beam.
    • The technique successfully demonstrated the erasure of polarization information.
    • Gaussian discordant states, even with positive Glauber P-functions, are effective for specific quantum tasks.

    Conclusions:

    • Discordant Gaussian states provide a pathway to observe quantum interference that would otherwise be hidden.
    • This method offers a novel approach to probe quantum correlations and information erasure.
    • The findings highlight the practical utility of Gaussian discordant states in quantum information processing.