A quantum critical point occurs when different stable phases of matter are in equilibrium at absolute zero temperature. Describing quantum criticality with a theoretical framework that unifies different types of transitions is highly desirable to understand how phenomena such as superconductivity and magnetism interact in correlated electron systems. A study now provides an indication of an underlying universality of quantum criticality, and highlights the role of dimensionality in such a unified theory.
- J. Custers
- K-A. Lorenzer
- S. Paschen
