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    • Quantum Information Science
    • Quantum Networking
    • Nonlinear Optics

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    • Quantum networks utilize photons as flying qubits for information transfer via optical fibers.
    • Existing quantum platforms often operate at wavelengths different from the low-loss telecom band of optical fibers.
    • Current quantum frequency conversion methods rely on nonlinear crystals, which can be inefficient or limited.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report a novel approach for quantum frequency conversion to the infrared telecom band.
    • To demonstrate the conversion of photons from 863 nm to the telecom O-band.
    • To assess the preservation of photon polarization during the conversion process.

    Main Methods:

    • Employed coherent Stokes Raman scattering (CSRS), a resonant four-wave mixing process.
    • Utilized dense molecular hydrogen gas to enhance the CSRS interaction.
    • Measured the wavelength conversion efficiency and polarization state of the converted photons.

    Main Results:

    • Successfully converted photons from 863 nm to the telecom O-band.
    • Demonstrated that the input photon polarization state is preserved after conversion.
    • The CSRS process was shown to be intrinsically broadband and adaptable to other wavelengths.

    Conclusions:

    • Coherent Stokes Raman scattering in molecular hydrogen offers a promising new method for quantum frequency conversion.
    • This technique effectively bridges the wavelength gap between quantum platforms and telecom fiber infrastructure.
    • The polarization preservation and broadband nature make this approach highly suitable for advancing large-scale quantum networks.