Scientists to mimic neutron star conditions in lab with supersolid breakthrough

Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding supersolids, an exotic state of matter that behaves like both a solid and a liquid. Using magnetic fields to rotate a supersolid, researchers observed tiny quantum whirlpools called vortices, confirming its superfluid properties. This discovery has implications for studying extreme conditions like those in neutron stars. The experiment was challenging, taking nearly a year to perfect. The findings could lead to applications in quantum computing and high-precision sensing.