Scientists just created exotic new forms of matter that shouldn’t exist

Researchers at Cal Poly have created exotic new forms of quantum matter by carefully controlling magnetic fields over time, producing quantum states that cannot exist in materials left undisturbed. Published in Physical Review B, the study shows that periodically changing magnetic fields generates unusual quantum phases with potential applications in quantum computing. These findings could help build more stable, error-resistant quantum systems, advancing future technologies in pharmaceuticals, finance, and aerospace.