We derive quantum theory from purely informational principles. Five elementary axioms—causality, perfect distinguishability, ideal compression, local distinguishability, and pure conditioning—define a broad class of theories of information processing that can be regarded as standard. One postulate—purification—singles out quantum theory within this class.

Informational derivation of Quantum Theory

CHIRIBELLA, GIULIO;D'ARIANO, GIACOMO;PERINOTTI, PAOLO
2011-01-01

Abstract

We derive quantum theory from purely informational principles. Five elementary axioms—causality, perfect distinguishability, ideal compression, local distinguishability, and pure conditioning—define a broad class of theories of information processing that can be regarded as standard. One postulate—purification—singles out quantum theory within this class.
2011
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foundations of quantum mechanics; Axiomatization of Quantum Mechanics
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