Foundations of Quantum Mechanics 

Quantum mechanics is one of the major breakthroughs in the history of fundamental physics. As it is well-known even in popular culture, it provides a description of reality that clashes with our common sense. In quantum mechanics, we encounter strange phenomena — notably superposition, entanglement, tunneling, a form of teleportation, and non-local causation — that are absent from classical physics.

This course is devoted to understanding the nature of quantum mechanics and investigating its philosophical foundations. We look at different interpretations of quantum mechanics, and attempt to understand what quantum mechanics ultimately says about the nature of our physical universe.