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SYHQ: Joint DPG and EPS History of Quantum Physics Symposium

SYHQ 1: History of Quantum Mechanics I: Revolution, Representation, Reevaluation

SYHQ 1.2: Invited Talk

Monday, March 31, 2025, 09:30–10:00, ZHG010

Representing quantum physics: The role of notation in the construction of quantum mechanics — •Arianna Borrelli — Technische Universität Berlin

The relationship between physical notions and the mathematical structures expressing them is an issue of primary importance in the history and philosophy of science. Historical evidence suggests that, when investigating the relationship between physics and mathematics, one should pay attention to the notations mediating it: spoken or written words, drawings, symbols and more. The history of quantum mechanics offers a very good example of how new physics and new mathematics can emerge as one, and of how notation plays a central role in shaping both.

Keywords: quantum mechanics; notation; history