Springer - Theory and Applications of the Poincare Group: 17

Explore the fundamental relationship between special relativity and quantum mechanics in this specialized volume from the Fundamental Theories of Physics series. As the two most significant scientific languages developed in the twentieth century, understanding how they work together remains a primary focus for modern physics. This text addresses the long-standing theoretical challenge of making quantum mechanics consistent with special relativity. While this problem emerged during the development of quantum mechanics in the 1920s, it remains a pressing issue today. The need for a unified framework is more urgent than ever due to the large amount of experimental data that requires explanation through both frameworks. Designed for those studying advanced theoretical physics, this book provides the necessary mathematical and theoretical background to navigate these complex scientific principles. It serves as a vital resource for understanding how relativity and quantum mechanics interact to explain the physical world.