A survey of physicists reveals a lack of consensus on what quantum mechanics says about reality, with interpretations ranging from the Copenhagen model to the multiverse, highlighting the ongoing mystery and debate in understanding quantum phenomena.
A survey of 1,101 physicists on the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics reveals ongoing disagreements and uncertainty about its interpretations, with no clear consensus but a shared belief in the importance of understanding the theory's foundations and potential for future revision.
QBism, short for Quantum Bayesianism, is a radical interpretation of quantum mechanics that challenges traditional views on probabilities and the nature of the quantum state. Unlike other interpretations, QBism sees the quantum state as a description of our knowledge about the world rather than an objective reality. By emphasizing the role of human observers and their interactions with particles, QBism offers a new perspective on the scientific enterprise and the relationship between humans and the quantum world. This series will explore QBism's research program and its implications for understanding quantum mechanics.