Primitive ontology and quantum state in the GRW matter density theory
Matthias Egg, Michael Esfeld
TL;DR
This paper clarifies how the GRW matter density theory functions as a primitive ontology in quantum mechanics, addresses objections, and advocates for dispositionalism as the best interpretation of the quantum state.
Contribution
It provides a detailed analysis of the primitive ontology in GRWm and argues for dispositionalism as the most compelling interpretation of the quantum state.
Findings
GRWm is a primitive ontology theory of quantum mechanics
Objections to the GRW formalism do not apply to GRWm
Dispositionalism is the most attractive interpretation of the quantum state
Abstract
The paper explains in what sense the GRW matter density theory (GRWm) is a primitive ontology theory of quantum mechanics and why, thus conceived, the standard objections against the GRW formalism do not apply to GRWm. We consider the different options for conceiving the quantum state in GRWm and argue that dispositionalism is the most attractive one.
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TopicsQuantum Mechanics and Applications · Philosophy and History of Science · Biofield Effects and Biophysics