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Convergence of Logarithmic Quantum Mechanics to the Linear One

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We study the nonlinear logarithmic Schrödinger equation in three dimensions. We establish the existence of the solutions of general quasi-linear Schrödinger equations. Finally, we show the convergence of the logarithmic quantum mechanics to the linear regime.

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Górka, P. Convergence of Logarithmic Quantum Mechanics to the Linear One. Lett Math Phys 81, 253–264 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11005-007-0183-x

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