Quantum-inspired Collatz algorithm

Thesis research on a quantum-inspired approach to the Collatz conjecture.

Problem

Collatz trajectories lack structure under classical heuristics.

Approach

Studied operator and tensor-network viewpoints to analyze trajectory structure and search complexity.

Outcome

Thesis submitted Oct 2025 documenting the operator framing and findings.

Role

MPhil researcher, HKUST

Collaborators

Adrian Po — Advisor · HKUST

Technologies

PythonTensor networksGraph search

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