Unit News

Researchers develop a machine capable of solving complex problems in theoretical physics.

Unusual material defies the typical behavior of matter.

Study unveils connection of classical toy model to new topics in quantum gravity.

For the first time, physicists present a unified theory explaining two characteristic features of frustrated magnets and why they’re often seen together.

Magnetic crystal that behaves like quantum light validates theory.

Modelling of a magnetic material unveils an unusual state of matter that promises to advance the field of condensed matter

OIST scientists predict the existence of a new kind of spin liquid.

OIST researchers show new connections between exotic states of matter.

A new theory by an OIST team may unlock the secrets of protons in water ice.

OIST’s physicist studies magnetic monopoles in spin ice crystals and explains why double layers of magnetic charges can be found

Two recent events at the University underlined OIST’s ambition to spread scientific ideas and concepts to the population of Okinawa and all staff at the University.

Have you ever wondered if our universe is just a tiny speck in a much larger cosmos? The Theory of Quantum Matter Unit here at OIST examines this idea on a much smaller scale.