What 100 Years of Quantum Physics Has Taught Us about Reality—And Ourselves
- kelseygarbutt
- Aug 29
- 1 min read
This year is the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, according to UNESCO, marking 100 years since quantum mechanics was proposed.
A survey of Scientific American’s century of quantum coverage helps explain the enduring popularity of strange physics. The quantum’s controversy and lack of clarity might have contributed to its early popularity, but that limelight would pale in comparison to the attention it received in the next era.
