New quantum state bridges quantum criticality/ electronic topology: Electron interactions generate (not suppress) topological behavior

https://techxplore.com/news/2026-01-scientists-uncover-quantum-state-power.html

"merges: (1) quantum criticality: electrons fluctuate intensely between different phases in systems with strongly correlated electrons, (2) electronic topology: stable wave twists of electrons that remain protected even if material's structure slightly altered, in materials with weak electron interactions... heavy fermion material's electron interactions so intense particles behave as if significantly more mass, manifesting hybrid quantum state... durable/ stable quantum materials, high-precision sensing, low-power electronics"