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Partial Measurements and Spooky Action at a Distance - Quantum Computation at CMU

Offered By: Ryan O'Donnell via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Delve into the intricacies of quantum computation in this lecture from Carnegie Mellon University's course on Quantum Computation and Quantum Information. Explore concepts such as partial measurements and the phenomenon of "spooky action at a distance" as Professor Ryan O'Donnell guides you through unentangled particles, measurement rules for single and dual systems, mixed quantum states, and the fundamental laws of quantum mechanics. Examine the concept of local hidden variables and their implications in quantum theory. Engage with weekly assignments and participate in course discussions to deepen your understanding of these complex topics in quantum computation.

Syllabus

Introduction
Last time
Unentangled particles
Rule for measuring one system
Rule for measuring two systems
Mixed quantum states
Quantum Mechanics Law
Partial Measurements
Local hidden variables


Taught by

Ryan O'Donnell

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