phase changes

Explaining Avalanche-Like Phase Changes In Glass

A new research reveals common mechanism for crystallization and aging in glasses.

Hunting For The Structural Origins Of Supercooled Liquids

Despite its current popularity, the point-to-set measurement of static correlation may not be sufficient to explain the mechanics of supercooling, scientists say.

Liquids Not As Uniform As Previously Thought

The identification of nanometer-sized structures formed during liquid-liquid transitions sheds new light on one of the fundamental states of matter.

Changing Magnetic States

Scientists have demonstrated a new type of spin gas-liquid transition in quantum magnets.

Melting From The Outside In

A mathematical model of melting shows that changing from a solid to a liquid state is much more complicated than previously thought.