Black holes in the quantum universe

Understand

A succinct summary is given of the problem of reconciling observation of black hole-like objects with quantum mechanics.

• If quantum black holes behave like subsystems, and also decay, their information must be transferred to their environments.
• Interactions that accomplish this with `minimal' departure from a standard description are parameterized.
• Possible sensitivity of gravitational wave or very long baseline interferometric observations to these interactions is briefly outlined.