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Philosophy of quantum mechanics

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In the recent literature the use of the term “Philosophy of Quantum Mechanics” is very similar to that of the corresponding term “Philosophy of Mathematics”. Its denotation includes a vast class of research: from very technical investigations about the logical foundations of the theory up to general discussions of some traditional gnoseological and metaphysical questions (such as “idealismus” versus “realismus”, etc.).

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Dalla Chiara, M.L., Metelli, P.A. (1982). Philosophy of quantum mechanics. In: Fløistad, G. (eds) La philosophie contemporaine / Contemporary philosophy. International Institute of Philosophy / Institut International de Philosophie, vol 2. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-010-9940-0_9

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