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Quantum Continuous Variables (2nd Ed.)
A Primer of Theoretical Methods
Author: Serafini Alessio
Language: EnglishSubjects for Quantum Continuous Variables:
Keywords
hilbert; space; gaussian; state; canonical; commutation; relation; weyl; operators; optics; Gaussian States; Hilbert Space; Quantum Continuous Variables; Quantum State; Tensor Products; Von Neumann Entropy; Wigner Function; Gaussian Dynamics; CP Map; Weyl Operators; Quasi-probability Distributions; Schur Complements; Quantum Key Distribution; Fock Basis; Partial Transposition; Characteristic Function; non-Gaussian Measurements; Coherent States; Infinite Dimensional Hilbert Spaces; Linear Optical Quantum Computation; Pure Quantum State; CP; Phase Space; Trace Class Operator; Finite Dimensional Matrices
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Quantum Continuous Variables introduces the theory of continuous variable quantum systems, from its foundations based on the framework of Gaussian states to modern developments, including its applications to quantum information and forthcoming quantum technologies. This book addresses the theory of Gaussian states, operations, and dynamics in great depth and breadth, through a novel approach that embraces both the Hilbert space and phase descriptions.
The second edition of this book has been revised throughout, and updated to include new topics, such as boson sampling, coherent feedback, nonlinear control, as well as several new solved problems.
The volume includes coverage of entanglement theory and quantum information protocols, and their connection with relevant experimental set-ups. General techniques for non-Gaussian manipulations also emerge as the treatment unfolds and are demonstrated with specific case studies.
This book will be of interest to graduate students looking to familiarise themselves with the field, in addition to experienced researchers eager to enhance their understanding of its theoretical methods. It will also appeal to experimentalists searching for a rigorous but accessible treatment of the theory in the area.
Features
- Provides the first systematic graduate-level textbook for the field of quantum continuous variables and includes 77 problems for the reader, with accompanying solutions
- Explores applications to entanglement theory, nonlocality, quantum technologies and quantum control
- Describes, in detail, a comprehensive list of experimental platforms where the formalism applies
Alessio Serafini earned his PhD from the University of Salerno. He is currently a Professor at University College London. His research focuses mainly on quantum optics, quantum information with continuous variables, and the theory of quantum control.
Chapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: Quantum Mechanics: Instructions for Use. Chapter 3: Gaussian States of Continuous Variable Systems. Chapter 4: Phase Space Methods. Chapter 5: Gaussian Operations. Chapter 6: Diffusive Dynamics and Continuous Monitoring. Chapter 7: Entanglement of Continuous Variable Systems. Chapter 8: Quantum Information Protocols with Continuous Variables. Chapter 9: A Grand Tour of Continuous Variable Platforms. Appendix A: A Note on Fermions. Appendix B: Some Notable Facts About the Symplectic Group. Appendix C: The Wiener Process. Appendix D: Selected Mathematical Lore on Quantum Channels. Appendix E: Classical and Quantum Estimation Bounds. References. Index.
Alessio Serafini earned his PhD from the University of Salerno. He is currently a Professor at University College London. His research focuses mainly on quantum optics, quantum information with continuous variables, and the theory of quantum control.