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Quantum Theory at the Crossroads

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Quantum Theory at the Crossroads
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Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN/ASIN: 0521814219
ISBN-13: 9780521814218
Number of pages: 553

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We reconsider the crucial 1927 Solvay conference in the context of current research in the foundations of quantum theory. Contrary to folklore, the interpretation question was not settled at this conference and no consensus was reached; instead, a range of sharply conflicting views were presented and extensively discussed.

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