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Harvard Scientist Rewrites the Rules of Quantum Mechanics | Scott Aaronson Λ Jacob Barandes

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Revisiting Quantum Foundations

This chapter investigates the potential modification of quantum mechanics' foundational principles, emphasizing alternative formulations beyond complex numbers. The discussion addresses the delicate balance of the Hilbert space and encourages innovative thinking among researchers about generalizing quantum theory. Additionally, it explores the philosophical implications of quantum mechanics, including the nature of consciousness, observation, and the ongoing debate about the unobservable elements within physical theories.

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