Quantum physics has always challenged our understanding of reality, but a new breakthrough is pushing the limits even further. Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have created a new phase of matter known as a time quasicrystal, an advanced version of time crystals, which were first discovered in 2016.

These materials almost seem to defy the laws of physics, remaining in perpetual motion without expending energy. The first iteration of this discovery could have huge implications for quantum computing, precision timekeeping, and advanced sensing technologies, with time quasicrystals set to take that even further.

Time crystals function similarly to conventional crystals like diamonds or quartz, which have atomic structures that repeat in space. The difference is that time crystals repeat patterns in time. This means they oscillate at constant frequencies without requiring an external energy source.

They theoretically never stop “ticking,” making them a potential game-changer for quantum storage and timekeeping. The team at Washington University has taken this a step further by developing an even more complex time quasicrystal.

Unlike regular time crystals that oscillate in a predictable pattern, time quasicrystals vibrate at multiple frequencies simultaneously, creating a richer, more intricate structure. To achieve this, researchers embedded atomic vacancies in diamonds and stimulated them using microwave pulses.

The potential applications of time quasicrystals are exciting, particularly in quantum computing. One of the biggest challenges in quantum systems is maintaining coherence, as quantum information tends to degrade over time due to external interference.

Time crystals could provide long-term quantum memory, similar to how RAM functions in classical computers, but without the same energy limitations. Scientists also believe time quasicrystals could revolutionize precision timekeeping, offering an alternative to quartz-based oscillators, which gradually lose accuracy.

Though this discovery is still in its early stages, it confirms fundamental quantum theories while opening the door to new possibilities in computing and sensing technology.

If researchers can find a way to fully control and scale these time quasicrystals, they could play a pivotal role in next-generation quantum technologies.

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Americans are voting with their feet and a new analysis shows Texas and Florida are projected to gain electoral college votes in 2030 while California and New York will lose votes.

These new numbers confirm Americans are rejected the Democrats’ liberal, pro-abortion agenda as they move to pro-life conservative states that better represent their family values.

Texas is on a trajectory to significantly enhance its political influence by potentially gaining four congressional seats following the 2030 Census. This anticipated growth underscores the state’s robust population increase and economic vitality, positioning it as a pivotal player in national politics.

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The state’s burgeoning population is a testament to its business-friendly environment, low taxes, and commitment to pro-life and family values—principles that have long been championed by Republicans. The state was the first America, even before Dobbs, to protect babies from abortions. These factors have attracted families and businesses seeking opportunities and freedom, contributing to Texas’s demographic expansion.

With the addition of these congressional seats, Texas will wield greater influence in the U.S. House of Representatives and the Electoral College. The Republican-controlled state legislature will oversee the redistricting process, ensuring that the new congressional maps are drawn to reflect the interests and values of conservative Texans.

Meanwhile, Florida is right behind, which is also expected to gain four seats according to data from the American Redistricting Project (ARP).

On the Democrat side, California is projected to lose three seats, and New York to lose two.

In fact, recent figures show that most of the states currently gaining in population are pro-life are pro-life red states while most of the states losing population are pro-abortion blue states. This bodes well for future presidential and Congressional elections, to keep the White House and Congress in pro-life Republican hands and away from radical pro-abortion Democrats who want abortions up to birth nationwide.

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