Pure quantum systems can undergo phase transitions analogous to the classical phase transition between the liquid and gaseous states of water. At the quantum level, however, the particle spins in states that emerge from phase transitions display collective entangled behavior.
Scientists use radio-frequency waves to image 'spin-locked' defects in diamond with record-breaking resolution, which may lead to advances in material characterization and quantum computing.
Imagine sitting out in the sun, reading a digital screen as thin as paper, but seeing the same image quality as if you were indoors. Thanks to new research, it could soon be a reality.
