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arXiv:1010.3714

Can quantum theory and special relativity peacefully coexist?

M. P. Seevinck

Published Oct 18, 2010• 13 citations
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Abstract

This white paper aims to identify an open problem in 'Quantum Physics and the Nature of Reality' --namely whether quantum theory and special relativity are formally compatible--, to indicate what the underlying issues are, and put forward ideas about how the problem might be addressed.
DOI
10.48550/arxiv.1010.3714

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