Condensed Matter

RIM founder gives $21M to University of Waterloo

8 Feb 2012

The founder of Research In Motion and his wife are giving $21 million to the University of Waterloo's science and mathematics faculties.

Searching for a solid that flows like a liquid

3 Feb 2012

(PhysOrg.com) -- A series of neutron scattering experiments at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and other research centers is exploring the key question about a long-sought quantum state of matter called supersolidity: Does it exist?

Condensed season challenging NBA players' bodies

2 Feb 2012

After every Minnesota Timberwolves game, Anthony Tolliver can be found sitting in front of his locker with ice packs on his knees and wrist and a heavy wrap on his lower back.