How to fix Relativistic QM so it's consistent?

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The forum discussion centers on the challenges of reconciling Relativistic Quantum Mechanics (RQM) with established theories, particularly regarding the interpretation of probability density and the implications of negative energy. Participants highlight that Quantum Field Theory (QFT) circumvents the issue of defining probability density by focusing on fields rather than particles. The conversation also touches on the Klein-Gordon equation's failure to conserve probability and the philosophical implications of negative energy, which could allow for the creation of particles from nothing. The discussion concludes with a proposal that spacetime may emerge from interactions rather than serve as a static stage for quantum events.

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  • Understanding of Quantum Field Theory (QFT)
  • Familiarity with the Klein-Gordon equation
  • Knowledge of the Born rule in quantum mechanics
  • Basic concepts of particle-antiparticle dynamics
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  • Study the conservation laws in the context of the Klein-Gordon equation
  • Investigate the relationship between spacetime and quantum interactions
  • Examine the Transactional Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics (TIQM)
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Physicists, quantum mechanics researchers, and anyone interested in the foundational issues of quantum theory and its implications for spacetime and energy conservation.

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