Quantum Mechanics and Algorithms:
An Algebraic-Geometric Perspective
DETAILS
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Title: Quantum Mechanics and Algorithms: An Algebraic-Geometric Perspective
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Author: Yair Shapira
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Publisher: World Scientific Publishing
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Format: Hardcover
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ISBN-13: 9789819824588
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ISBN-10: 9819824583
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Pages: 350
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Publication Date: April 2026
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Subject Areas: Quantum Mechanics, Mathematical Physics, Quantum Computing, Algorithms, Cryptography, Algebraic Geometry
EXPLANATIONS
This book presents quantum mechanics from an algebraic-geometric perspective, emphasizing the mathematical foundations of the subject through three core disciplines:
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Linear Algebra
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Calculus
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Geometry
Rather than treating quantum mechanics primarily as a physical theory, the author develops the subject through mathematical structures, allowing physical concepts to emerge naturally from geometric and algebraic principles.
Major topics covered include:
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Foundations of quantum mechanics
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Quantum states and operators
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Entropy and entanglement entropy
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Angular momentum, spin, and polarization
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Quantum algorithms
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Quantum Fast Fourier Transform (Quantum FFT)
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Shor’s factoring algorithm and cryptography
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Algebraic approaches to energy and symmetry
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Feynman diagrams from an algebraic viewpoint
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Computer implementation of practical quantum algorithms
The book is intended for readers interested in the intersection of:
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Mathematical physics
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Quantum computing
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Computational mathematics
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Cryptography
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Algebraic and geometric methods in science
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A complete official table of contents was not available in the publisher metadata currently indexed online. However, based on the publisher's summary, the book is organized approximately around the following themes:
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Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
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Linear Algebra, Calculus, and Geometry Foundations
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Algebraic-Geometric Formulation of Quantum Theory
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Quantum States and Observables
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Entropy and Entanglement Entropy
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Angular Momentum
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Spin and Polarization
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Energy Operators and Symmetry
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Quantum Algorithms
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Quantum Fast Fourier Transform (QFFT)
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Shor's Factoring Algorithm
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Quantum Cryptography Applications
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Algebraic Treatment of Feynman Diagrams
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Programming Quantum Algorithms
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Computational Examples and Implementations
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yair Shapira received his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and earned a Doctor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. He has conducted research at the Technion and at Los Alamos National Laboratory, focusing on numerical algorithms and multigrid methods. He is also the author of several books in mathematical physics and scientific computing.
Classical and Quantum Mechanics With Lie Algebras (Second Edition)
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Title: Classical and Quantum Mechanics With Lie Algebras (Second Edition)
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Author: Yair Shapira
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Publisher: World Scientific Publishing
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ISBN: 9789819831388
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Edition: Second Edition
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Format: Hardcover
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Publication Date: 19 July 2026
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Language: English
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Subject Areas: Classical Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, Mathematical Physics, Lie Algebras, Relativity.
EXPLANATIONS
This book presents an original approach to learning physics through the language of algebra and geometry, with particular emphasis on Lie algebras as a unifying framework connecting classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and relativity. The author aims to minimize reliance on advanced mathematical analysis while maintaining mathematical rigor.
A central idea of the book is that many physical theories can be understood naturally through algebraic structures. Starting from Newtonian mechanics, the exposition gradually develops the mathematical tools required to understand modern quantum mechanics and relativistic physics. The only assumed prerequisites are elementary calculus and linear algebra, which are reviewed in a self-contained appendix.
The second edition includes substantial revisions and expansions, especially in the sections on quantum mechanics and symmetry. New material has been added on:
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Feynman diagrams
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Killing forms
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Spin
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Polarization
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Lie-algebraic methods in modern physics
Each chapter contains extensive exercises with solutions, designed to introduce new concepts progressively and reinforce understanding through problem solving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A complete official chapter-by-chapter table of contents has not yet been publicly released. However, according to the publisher's description, the book develops the following major topics in sequence:
Part I. Mathematical Foundations
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Linear algebra review
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Geometric methods
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Introduction to Lie algebras
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Algebraic structures in physics
Part II. Classical Mechanics
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Newtonian mechanics
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Symmetry principles
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Conservation laws
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Hamiltonian and algebraic formulations
Part III. Relativity
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Special relativity
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Geometric interpretation of spacetime
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Symmetry groups and transformations
Part IV. Quantum Mechanics
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Quantum states
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Operators and observables
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Commutation relations
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Lie-algebraic formulation of quantum theory
Part V. Advanced Topics
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Spin and angular momentum
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Polarization
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Representation theory ideas
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Applications of Lie algebras in physics
Part VI. Modern Methods
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Feynman diagrams
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Killing forms
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Advanced symmetry methods
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Connections between classical and quantum theories
Appendices
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Review of linear algebra
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Calculus background
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Solutions to selected exercises
KEY TOPICS COVERED
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Lie Algebras
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Classical Mechanics
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Quantum Mechanics
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Mathematical Physics
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Symmetry Groups
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Hamiltonian Mechanics
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Relativity Theory
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Angular Momentum
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Spin Systems
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Representation Theory
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Feynman Diagrams
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Killing Forms
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Conservation Laws
This book is particularly valuable for students and researchers who want to understand how algebraic structures unify diverse areas of theoretical physics and provide a bridge between classical and quantum descriptions of nature.
Machine Learning Tutorials in Pure Mathematics and Theoretical Physics
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Title: Machine Learning Tutorials in Pure Mathematics and Theoretical Physics
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Author: Constantin Andrei
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Publisher: World Scientific Publishing
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ISBN: 9781807290009
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ISBN-10: 180729000X
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Format: Hardcover
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Language: English
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Publication Date: 24 August 2026
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Subject Areas: Machine Learning, Pure Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Artificial Intelligence, Scientific Computing.
EXPLANATIONS
This book aims to introduce machine learning methods within the contexts of pure mathematics and theoretical physics, illustrating how modern AI techniques can be applied to mathematical structures and physical theories.
Based on the currently available publisher records, the book is intended as a tutorial-oriented treatment rather than a specialized research monograph. It is expected to demonstrate how machine learning techniques can assist with:
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Mathematical pattern discovery
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Symbolic and numerical computation
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Data-driven approaches to mathematical problems
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Applications in theoretical and mathematical physics
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AI-assisted scientific research workflows.
The work appears to target readers interested in the growing interaction between:
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Artificial Intelligence
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Mathematics
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Mathematical Physics
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Computational Science
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Scientific Machine Learning (SciML).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The complete Table of Contents has not yet been publicly released. Available catalog records currently provide only bibliographic information and do not include chapter titles or a detailed contents list.
Based on the title and publisher description, the book is expected to contain tutorial material related to:
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Introduction to Machine Learning
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Mathematical Foundations of Learning Algorithms
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Neural Networks and Deep Learning
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Applications in Pure Mathematics
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Symbolic Computation and AI
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Machine Learning in Theoretical Physics
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Scientific Computing and Data Analysis
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Research Case Studies and Computational Experiments
However, these topics should be regarded as inferred themes rather than an official table of contents, since no publisher-issued chapter list is currently available.