condensed matter physics is a subject that studies the physical properties of matter in its condensed state (including solid and liquid). It covers a number of sub fields, including crystallography, metal physics, semiconductor physics, magnetism, dielectric physics, low-temperature physics, high-pressure physics, luminescence, surface physics, amorphous physics, liquid crystal physics, low dimensional system physics, strongly correlated system physics and soft matter physics. The research scope of condensed matter physics includes both experimental and theoretical aspects to deeply understand the internal relationship between material properties and microstructure, as well as the influence of external conditions on material properties. This discipline plays an important role in the field of materials science, providing key support for the invention and technological breakthrough of many materials.
Fundamental of Material Science -> Physical and chemical basis of materials