A correction has been issued for a research article published in Nature on November 10, 2025, concerning a fault-tolerant neutral-atom architecture for universal quantum computation. The correction addresses an error in Figure 3d of the original publication, where the label "Transversal (corrected decoding)" was incorrectly labeled and should have read "Transversal (correlated decoding)." The correction has been implemented in both the HTML and PDF versions of the article.

The original research, authored by Dolev Bluvstein, Alexandra A. Geim, and colleagues from Harvard University, the California Institute of Technology, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, explores a novel approach to building quantum computers using neutral atoms. Quantum computers promise to revolutionize fields like medicine, materials science, and artificial intelligence by performing calculations far beyond the capabilities of classical computers. However, building stable and reliable quantum computers remains a significant challenge due to the delicate nature of qubits, the fundamental units of quantum information.

The corrected figure relates to the decoding process within the proposed quantum architecture. Decoding is a crucial step in quantum error correction, a technique used to protect qubits from noise and errors that can corrupt quantum computations. The distinction between "corrected decoding" and "correlated decoding" highlights the specific method used to extract information from the qubits and correct for errors. While the specific impact of this correction on the overall findings of the paper is not explicitly stated, such corrections are vital for maintaining the integrity and reproducibility of scientific research.

Quantum computing relies on the principles of quantum mechanics, such as superposition and entanglement, to perform computations. Neutral atoms, held in place by lasers, can serve as qubits, storing and processing quantum information. The architecture described in the Nature paper aims to create a fault-tolerant quantum computer, meaning it can continue operating correctly even in the presence of errors. This is essential for performing complex quantum computations.

The field of quantum computing is rapidly advancing, with researchers exploring various qubit technologies, including superconducting circuits, trapped ions, and photonic systems. Each approach has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the development of fault-tolerant quantum computers remains a major goal. The corrected research contributes to the ongoing effort to build practical and scalable quantum computers that can solve real-world problems. The correction ensures the accuracy of the scientific record and allows other researchers to build upon this work with confidence.