Demythologizing quantum history

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics in 2025 without providing appropriate context risks reinforcing a long legacy of hagiography and hero worship.

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Journal
Physics Today
Published
2025-03-21
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1063/pt.assl.oxzd
Citations
4
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Quantum Mechanics and Applications
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Demythologizing quantum history

Ryan Dahn
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Physics Today
Quantum Mechanics and Applications
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Demythologizing quantum history

Ryan Dahn
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Abstract

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics in 2025 without providing appropriate context risks reinforcing a long legacy of hagiography and hero worship.

Physics TodayVol. 78(4)
Openalex Percentile: Top 5%
Quantum Mechanics and Applications
4.99
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