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statistical mechanics

noun as in quantum mechanics

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noun as in uncertainty principle

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This approach merges principles from statistical mechanics, which studies the collective behavior of many particles, with quantum physics and modern computational modeling.

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Throughout a prolific career, he worked across all areas of physics, but maintained particular interest in the fields of statistical mechanics and symmetry principles.

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Second, they used statistical mechanics to mathematically predict the behavior of the puffs, using techniques from phase transition physics.

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So, instead of AI, the duo needed a different approach: statistical mechanics, a branch of physical theory.

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Conformal field theory acts as a bridge between different fields of physics: the underlying math is used in string theory, condensed matter physics and quantum statistical mechanics.

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