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Quantum Information A First Course

Coming soon in August 2025

Authors

Asma Al-Qasimi
, University of Rochester, New York,
Daniel F. V. James
, University of Toronto
Published 2025

Description

Important concepts from the diverse fields of physics, mathematics, engineering and computer science coalesce in this foundational text on the cutting-edge field of quantum information. Designed for undergraduate and graduate students with any STEM background, and written by a highly experienced author team, this textbook draws on quantum mechanics, number theory, computer science technologies, and more, to delve deeply into learning about qubits, the building blocks of quantum information, and how they are used in quantum computing and quantum algorithms.…

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Key features

  • Makes minimal assumptions about the background of the reader and provides access ramps for students of different STEM backgrounds through focus boxes
  • Is fully up to date with the latest developments in a fast-moving field, exploring the physical systems that can be used as qubits and the quantum technologies that can be built with them
  • Features nearly 300 unique exercises that are designed to build fluency in solving quantum information problems from scratch, including exercises from a wide range of topics such as linear algebra, number theory, and computer science
  • Offers extensive learning support including a detailed glossary, suggestions for further reading, and solutions to selected problems

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