I've always been fascinated by how materials break down, especially glasses and polymers that don't have a regular crystal ...

Scientists found low-density amorphous ice in space isn’t fully random - it hides tiny crystals, reshaping our understanding ...

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How do amorphous solids respond to a small deformation? Can standard elasticity describe amorphous solids? To answer this question, Dr. JIN Yuliang from the Institute of Theoretical Physics (ITP ...

Glassy state: a new field theory describes amorphous materials such as glass beads. (Courtesy: iStock/schmidt-z) Many common materials such as glass, compacted sand and toothpaste have a solid’s ...

Unpacking that, amorphous refers to the internal structure of the material, which lacks the long-range structural regularity characteristic of a crystalline solid.

This episode of Reactions dives into something truly out-of-this-world: amorphous ice. While ice here on Earth is typically regular and crystalline, ice out in space is a whole lot more interesting.

Whether you're a fan of amorphous solids or just enjoy being able to see stuff outside, glass is a pretty cool material. But how does it work on an atomic level? Why can we see through it, when we ...

Some Generalizations Based on Recent ResearchesThis article was originally published with the title “The Chemistry of Amorphous Solids” in SA Supplements Vol. 81 No. 2110supp (June 1916), p ...

Solid foundations for world-changing medicines and vaccines Purdue scientist stabilizes pharmaceuticals to improve storage, stability and extend shelf life ...

Glass has unique properties, but is it a solid or a liquid, or does it fall into its own scientific category?