David Deutsch: "There is only one interpretation of quantum mechanics"

Explore the key moments in the history of quantum theory, from Albert Einstein's and Werner Heisenberg's first ideas to the discovery of phenomena such as superposition and entanglement – and today's quantum computers This article is part of a special series celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of quantum theory. Read more [...]

David Deutsch: "There is only one interpretation of quantum mechanics"

The many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics says that all possible outcomes of quantum measurements are physically realised in different worlds. These many worlds have proved extremely contentious, with critics arguing that they are mere fantasy. In this IAI interview, David Deutsch explains the philosophy behind the many-worlds interpretation and argues that not only is it the best interpretation of quantum mechanics – it is the only in…