Quantum Decoherence: A Modeling Approach Based on Quantum Field Theory and Statistical Mechanics

Jincheng Zhang

Published Sep 7, 2026• 0 citations

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive model for quantum decoherence, grounded in the principles of quantum field theory (QFT) and statistical mechanics. The core argument is that traditional decoherence models often oversimplify the process, failing to adequately capture the intricate interactions arising from the quantum effects of the surrounding environment. This work introduces a framework that explicitly incorporates the scattering of quantum states by the environment, treated as a QFT system, and then analyzes the resultant impact using statistical mechanics. The model aims to provide a more accurate and nuanced understanding of decoherence, particularly in scenarios involving strong environmental interactions. Specifically, the model utilizes the formalism of quantum scattering theory to describe the interaction between a quantum system and its environment. The resulting dynamics are then analyzed using the framework of statistical mechanics, allowing for the calculation of decoherence rates as a function of environmental parameters such as temperature and density. The key contributions of this work include a detailed mathematical description of the decoherence process, a clear separation of the quantum and classical aspects of the problem, and a framework for extending the model to more complex systems. The model predicts that decoherence is not simply a loss of quantum information, but rather a fundamental process of state transformation driven by the statistical properties of the environment. This work offers a significant step forward in our ability to understand and potentially mitigate the effects of decoherence in quantum technologies.

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.22635510

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