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Jul 25, 2016 · Much of the philosophical literature connected with quantum theory centers on the problem of whether we should construe the theory, or a suitable extension or revision of it, in realist terms, and, if so, how this should be done.
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- Quantum Computing
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Mar 11, 2023 · Includes bibliographical references and index. Formerly titled: Philosophic problems of nuclear science
Jul 25, 2016 · This article is an overview of the philosophical issues raised by quantum theory, intended as a pointer to the more in-depth treatments of other entries in the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy.
Nov 29, 2000 · This is a recent text on the history and conceptual foundations of quantum mechanics. It will serve an excellent primary text on the foundations of quantum mechanics for philosophy students, and will also make an excellent supplement to the standard quantum physics texts of physics students.
May 3, 2021 · As happens with a burgeoning branch in academia, branching has set in. We can discern roughly four sub-branches of philosophy of physics: Quantum Physics (quantum mechanics, quantum field theory). Spacetime and Cosmology (classical mechanics, two theories of relativity). Statistical Physics and Thermodynamics. Quantum Gravity and String Theory.
- F.A. Muller, F.A. Muller
- f.a.muller@uu.nl
- 2021
Unsurprisingly, then, the philosophy of quantum mechanics is dominated by the quantum measurement problem, and to a lesser extent by the related problem of quantum non-locality, and in this article, an introduction to each is given.
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This book provides oversight of many views on the interpretation of quantum physics and the wide philosophical debate that still embroils this subject.