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This volume lays foundations for an approach to quantum theory that uses category theory, a branch of pure mathematics. Prior knowledge of quantum information theory or category theory helps, but is not assumed, and basic linear algebra and group theory suffices.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Heunen, Christiaan Johan Marie (Author), Vicary, Jamie (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2020.
Edition:First edition.
Series:Oxford graduate texts in mathematics.
Subjects:
Categories (Mathematics)
Quantum theory > Mathematics.
Catégories (Mathématiques)
Théorie quantique > Mathématiques.
Quantum theory > Mathematics
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Description
Summary:This volume lays foundations for an approach to quantum theory that uses category theory, a branch of pure mathematics. Prior knowledge of quantum information theory or category theory helps, but is not assumed, and basic linear algebra and group theory suffices.
Item Description:This edition previously issued in print: 2019.
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations (black and white).
Audience:Specialized.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780191802584
0191802581