What is Quantum Information?
What is Quantum Information?
Sebastian Fortin, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and National Council of Scientific and Technical Research
Federico Holik, National University of La Plata, Argentina, and National Council of Scientific and Technical Research
Cristian López, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and National Council of Scientific and Technical Research
£78.00
GBPCombining physics and philosophy, this is a uniquely interdisciplinary examination of quantum information science which provides an up-to-date examination of developments in this field. The authors provide coherent definitions and theories of information, taking clearly defined approaches to considering information in connection with quantum mechanics, probability, and correlations. Concepts addressed include entanglement of quantum states, the relation of quantum correlations to quantum information, and the meaning of the informational approach for the foundations of quantum mechanics. Furthermore, the mathematical concept of information in the communicational context, and the notion of pragmatic information are considered. Suitable as both a discussion of the conceptual and philosophical problems of this field and a comprehensive stand-alone introduction, this book will benefit both experienced and new researchers in quantum information and the philosophy of physics.
- A unique multi-perspective discussion of the conceptual and philosophical problems of quantum information science, ensuring cross-discipline relevance
- Brings together several of the foremost academics working in quantum information science from across a range of disciplines
- Provides both a discussion of the conceptual subtleties of quantum information science and a comprehensive standalone introduction to the field
Reviews & endorsements
'This book debates the topic of quantum information from both a physical and philosophical perspective, addressing the main questions about its nature. … Providing an interdisciplinary examination of quantum information science, this book is aimed at philosophers of science, quantum physicists and information-technology experts who are interested in delving into the multiple conceptual and philosophical problems inherent to this recently born field of research.' CERN Courier
'What is Quantum Information? is a convenient reference point for discussions in that region where physics and philosophy intermingle.' Blake C. Stacey, Theoria
Product details
April 2017Hardback
9781107142114
272 pages
255 × 179 × 20 mm
0.64kg
7 b/w illus. 7 tables
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Table of Contents
- Preface
- Introduction
- Part I. About the Concept of Information:
- 1. About the concept of information Sebastian Fortin and Olimpia Lombardi
- 2. Representation, information, and theories of information Armond Duwell
- 3. Information, communication, and manipulability Olimpia Lombardi and Cristian López
- Part II. Information and quantum mechanics:
- 4. Quantum versus classical information Jeffrey Bub
- 5. Quantum information and locality Dennis Dieks
- 6. Pragmatic information in quantum mechanics Juan Roederer
- 7. Interpretations of quantum theory: a map of madness Adán Cabello
- Part III. Probability, Correlations, and Information:
- 8. On the tension between ontology and epistemology in quantum probabilities Amit Hagar
- 9. Inferential versus dynamical conceptions of physics David Wallace
- 10. Classical models for quantum information Federico Holik and Gustavo Martin Bosyk
- 11. On the relative character of quantum correlations Guido Bellomo and Ángel Ricardo Plastino
- Index.
