Eliana Mann

Abstract In a phononic quantum network, quantum information is stored and processed within stationary nodes defined by solid-state spins, and phonons carry the information between nodes. Phonons have a number of benefits in comparison to photons, including smaller device footprints, reduced crosstalk, long cavity lifetimes at low temperatures and coupling to both solid-state spins and electromagnetic waves.

Hitters Mimi Colyer, Grace Egan and Grace Lopez bring depth and talent to a young Wisconsin team. At the end of their season in December, the Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team bid farewell to six excellent players who were core components of their success, including 2024 Big Ten Player of the Year Sarah Franklin. With Franklin and several of her teammates leaving the team, head coach Kelly Sheffield turned to the transfer portal and signed three new players.

These new additions include eight talented freshmen and two experienced transfers. The Wisconsin Badgers softball team began its season on Feb. 7 and currently boasts a solid 8-4 record. Since last season, they have signed eight new freshmen and two transfer athletes. Who are these new faces, and what do they bring to the team?