An analysis of entanglement properties in a gauge theory with higher-form symmetries makes an essential step toward the complete understanding of quantum phases of matter.

The energy required to fracture a lattice material obeys a scaling law governed by just three parameters, researchers find.

A simple theoretical framework predicts that complex communities lose stability when species consume resources out of their niche.

Predicting which superlattice materials are best for observing specific topological states is often computationally prohibitive. A new method for doing so bypasses that hurdle.

Many complex systems are driven by unobserved causal forces. A new physics-based algorithm can reconstruct such hidden causes from downstream signals.

Magnetoresistance measurements of an oxide-interface superconductor points to the potential of such materials as a platform for exploring exotic quantum states.

A cryogenic microscope reveals the atomic-scale processes that disrupt the charge-ordered state in a material as the temperature rises.

An attosecond x-ray method reveals a type of electronic evolution in molecules driven by quantum coherence, paving the way to new insights into collective electron motion during the first moments of light-matter interaction.

Experimentally validated modeling of the Rydberg states of Yb leads to a two-qubit quantum gate with higher fidelity than previous Yb Rydberg gates.

A model of nonreciprocal interactions among quantum spins reveals the emergence of persistent, collective dynamics analogous to a never-ending chase-and-escape motion among the spins.

Bosonic qubits are promising platforms for quantum error correction. A new approach to detecting errors ensures precise control of the extracted information.

Simulations of x-ray spectroscopies demonstrate the insights that can be obtained from charge-transfer pumping and how this process affects ground- and excited-state properties.

Conventional theory has trouble predicting the conditions that will cause a liquid to boil, but a neural-network-based approach performs better.

Interactions between light and a vibrating membrane are a cornerstone of many light-matter experiments. A new setup achieves a long-predicted boost to the optomechanical coupling rate with the use of two membranes.

A framework for studying quantum and classical many-body dynamics on equal footing reveals that, despite their fundamental differences, they can look remarkably similar.

The shape of interfaces between domains of differing cell types arises from differences in cell proliferation rates and substrate friction, an insight that offers a biophysical basis for understanding such interfaces in microbial communities.

At low temperatures the resistance of a layered magnetic semiconductor shoots up and down in response to an increasing magnetic field.

A system of spin-1 moments on a kagome lattice produces intriguing spin-liquid behavior, offering clues for progress toward realizing such spin liquids in experiments.

In a heterostructure of graphene and twisted boron nitride, the plasmonic response of the former can be used to probe the electric polarization of the latter, opening a new path for exploring a broad range of exotic ferroelectric or polar materials.

A demonstration of quantum many-body scars arising from long-range interactions implies a surprising breakdown of conventional thermal equilibrium.

A circuit containing four superconducting devices called Josephson junctions can be finely tuned for various technological applications.

Fibrous aggregates provide an effective way for self-assembling particles to minimize energetically costly self-deformations.

High-harmonic generation is generally assumed to be classical. A new analysis shows how quantum correlations can give rise to nontrivial quantum states of harmonic light.

A first-of-its-kind demonstration of microlaser-enabled, high-dimensional quantum communication relies on multilevel, spin-orbit photon qubits to enhance information capacity and noise resilience.

A novel proposal for realizing a type of quantum spin liquid uses 3D Rydberg atom arrays, paving the way to probe a phase of matter that has largely eluded physicists for decades.

The emergence of square lattice patterns in an otherwise round superfluid of potassium after varying the interactions of its atoms hints at a new state of driven quantum matter.

A newly seen magnetic vortex pattern in an iron-based superconductor—neither theoretically predicted nor previously observed—could offer new insights into certain quantum phenomena in superconducting condensates.

A new computational method could help scientists understand the shapes of deformed nuclei from first principles.

The first measurement of gravity using quantum mechanically entangled atoms demonstrates the potential of the approach.

A self-consistent theory of the unjamming transition, applied to a model of amorphous solids described using Euclidean random matrices, elucidates universal vibrational properties.

A tool that bridges the gap between $k$ designs, which simulate quantum randomness, and quantum chaos and thermalization sheds new light on how quantum systems evolve into randomness.

Real-space quantum vortices are key to many phenomena in modern physics. New experiments provide the first proof of vortices in momentum space, raising the prospect of exploring novel orbitronic phenomena.

Scanning tunneling microscopy reveals the cause for one kind of electronic symmetry breaking, suggesting avenues for how to exploit it in future, novel devices.

Predictions of theories that combine quantum mechanics with gravity could be observed using highly sensitive photon detection in a tabletop experiment.

In an out-of-equilibrium Rydberg atom array, chosen subsets of atoms freeze in their initial state, while the rest thermalize, a finding that probes an exotic form of quantum thermalization.

Spins have been long thought to be the primary contributor to the thermal Hall effect in insulators. Theoretical work shows that vibrations can contribute just as much.

Potassium tantalate enables superconducting weak links with high, tunable inductance, making it a promising material for quantum devices, and its AFM-based nanoscale patterning offers new possibilities for reconfigurable quantum circuits.

SrFeO${}_3$, a compound with long-range, helical magnetic order, exhibits unique spin fluctuations that are likely caused by chiral domain walls, making it a valuable material for studying complex magnetic behaviors and spin dynamics.

An array of holes in a 2D material enhances an effect that improves the flow of electric currents.

The demonstration that ions can be precisely manipulated in a trap containing integrated photonics paves the way for a large-scale trapped-ion quantum processor.

New insight into how molecular chaperones break apart toxic protein deposits that form amyloid fibrils sheds light on strategies to target these deposits in diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

Resonant inelastic x-ray scattering reveals elusive “dark excitons” in CrI${}_3$. With long lifetimes and unique spin interactions, these controllable quasiparticles offer novel prospects for quantum technologies and optoelectronic devices.

Pasty materials store mechanical memory through local stress distributions. By periodically shearing them, their memory can be controlled or erased, offering insights for optimizing materials in coatings, composites, and consumer products.

A demonstration of ultrafast optical manipulation of antiferromagnetic order in CaMn${}_2$Bi${}_2$ reveals a metastable spin state that persists for more than 150 ps, paving the way for advanced spintronic and ultrafast magnetic-device technologies.

Electric-field control of topological states in a pentalayer graphene moiré system reveals tunable quantum phases, correlated insulating states, and evidence of fractional charge quasiparticles.

Andreev bound states in an artificial molecule control the supercurrent in a tunable Josephson junction, offering new insights for enhancing superconducting devices and advancing quantum technologies.

A machine-learning–based analysis uncovers novel paired spinon states in the kagome Heisenberg antiferromagnet, offering insights into certain quantum materials and electron pairing in high-temperature superconductors.

Computational spectroscopy reveals a possible signature of strongly hydrogen-bonded wires in water and ice.

A moiré pattern in bilayer hexagonal boron nitride enhances the role of Coulomb interactions in a transition metal dichalcogenide, revealing strong electron correlations and offering insights into quantum materials and related exotic phenomena.

The spin Seebeck effect in two-dimensional quantum spin liquids enables the creation and control of non-Abelian anyons, potentially offering a new approach for fault-tolerant topological quantum computing.

Hybrid atom-ion systems provide a powerful platform for exploring long-range quantum interactions. By tuning the collision energy, new quantum resonances emerge, advancing control over ultracold scattering processes.

Multilayer graphene can host quantum anomalous Hall states with edge currents controllable via an electric field, offering new possibilities for low-power electronics and quantum computing.

Experiments have shown that heavy-ion irradiation of biomolecules in aqueous environments efficiently triggers DNA-destroying cascades.

A new density functional theory approach to accurately model skyrmions and the topological Hall effect could improve material predictions for energy-efficient data storage and next-generation computing.

Time crystals realized in the so-called quasiperiodic regime hold promise for future applications in quantum computing and sensing.

The use of resonant inelastic x-ray scattering to quantify electron entanglement in quantum materials enables the detection of entanglement in a wide range of materials, advancing quantum technologies.

A new associative memory model brings dynamic memory recall to the fore, offering a framework that is amenable to analysis while being much closer than existing models to how biological memory works.

A lattice model with noninvertible symmetry belongs to a symmetry-protected topological phase of matter, providing a starting point for investigating the rich physics of topological phases with such symmetries.

New insights into the connections between the eigenstate thermalization hypothesis and hydrodynamics paves the way for a powerful theory of thermalization in quantum systems that could offer new ways to predict how they reach equilibrium.

A demonstration of electric-field-driven magnetization switching in ferrimagnets sets the stage for a low-power, reversible method for magnetoelectric memory.

A new method for generating mutually coherent frequency combs simplifies integrated dual-comb spectroscopy. This approach enables compact, efficient spectroscopic devices and opens new avenues for exploring soliton physics.

A general solution to the long-standing problem of electron-positron avalanche growth in high-intensity lasers can help optimize conditions for studying quantum electrodynamic plasmas in future experiments.

Experiments and simulations reveal that high-densities of nanotwinned domain walls boost the pyroelectric effect, offering a new approach for energy-harvesting and sensing technologies.

A new theory of quantum metastability reveals that short-range entangled states exhibit slow thermalization, offering insights into quantum transitions and potential applications in quantum simulators.

A new information-theoretic approach to analyzing complex systems uncovers hidden networks by minimizing data complexity, a method that improves accuracy and efficiency.

BaTiS₃ exhibits unique thermal conductivity where its in-plane conductivity behaves like glass, while its out-of-plane conductivity follows crystalline trends.

Experiments suggest that cells pack in more ordered patterns as the relative sizes of their nuclei grow.

Symmetries in quantum systems protect entanglement from environmental noise, even at high temperatures. Complex symmetries with interdependent constraints help preserve entanglement, aiding robust quantum technologies.

’t Hooft anomalies prevent mixed quantum states from separating into simpler subsystems, revealing a novel phase with robust long-range entanglement. This offers insights into exotic matter and potential quantum technologies.

Stabilizing cat qubits via two-photon dissipative stabilization extends bit-flip lifetimes without introducing undesired loss or nonlinearity, an advancement that could aid in scalable quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing.

Experiments with erbium ions show that they can be used to create entangled photons in the telecom band—an important step in building quantum repeaters.

A geometric framework combined with functional analysis expands classical electrical theory to model complex superconducting and nonreciprocal quantum networks, enabling scalable quantum processors.

An exact fixed-point structure for entanglement renormalization in critical systems links it to conformal field theory, revealing surprising ties to topological quantum field theory.

Ultracold atomic Fermi gases provide a precise platform for testing Fermi liquid theory. Measurements of density responses and quasiparticle distributions confirm the theory’s validity across different interaction regimes.

A machine-learning-guided active learning framework to optimize material design balances stability and self-assembly kinetics to reveal insights into crystallization tradeoffs.