Grete Hermann (1901–1984): Philosopher of Quantum Physics

Guido Bacciagaluppi

Grete Hermann (1901-1984) was one of the most interesting neo-Kantian philosophers and one of the central figures in philosophy of physics during the first half of the last century. Here I introduce and translate three short but representative papers by Hermann.

Sidney Perkowitz

Sidney Perkowitz uncovers the pioneering work of the German physicist and philosopher Grete Hermann, who sparred with the likes of Werner Heisenberg and John von Neumann — but whose contributions to quantum science have only recently come to light.

Andrea Reichenberger

The case of a pioneering woman physicist and philosopher illustrates that we must look beyond hagiography to gain an accurate picture of the history of quantum physics.

C. L. Herzenberg

The life and accomplishments of Grete Hermann are described. During the early twentieth century, she worked in physics, mathematics, philosophy and education. Her most notable accomplishments in physics were in the interpretation of quantum theory.

Michael E. Cuffaro

Léna Soler