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Physical Perspectives on Computation, Computational Perspectives on Physics on Hardback
Physical Perspectives on Computation, Computational Perspectives on Physics on Hardback
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Physical Perspectives on Computation, Computational Perspectives on Physics

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Although computation and the science of physical systems would appear to be unrelated, there are a number of ways in which computational and physical concepts can be brought together in ways that illuminate both. This volume examines fundamental questions which connect scholars from both disciplines: is the universe a computer? Can a universal computing machine simulate every physical process? What is the source of the computational power of quantum computers? Are computational approaches to solving physical problems and paradoxes always fruitful? Contributors from multiple perspectives reflecting the diversity of thought regarding these interconnections address many of the most important developments and debates within this exciting area of research. Both a reference to the state of the art and a valuable and accessible entry to interdisciplinary work, the volume will interest researchers and students working in physics, computer science, and philosophy of science and mathematics.

Author Biography:

Michael E. Cuffaro is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy at the University of Western Ontario and an external member of the Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Samuel C. Fletcher is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, a resident fellow of the Minnesota Center for Philosophy of Science, and an external member of the Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München.
Release date NZ
May 17th, 2018
Audience
  • Professional & Vocational
Contributors
  • Edited by Michael E. Cuffaro
  • Edited by Samuel C. Fletcher
Pages
324
Dimensions
157x235x18
ISBN-13
9781107171190
Product ID
27443213

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