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Solving optimization tasks in condensed matter

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Finding states of matter with properties that are just right is a main challenge from metallurgy to quantum computing. A data-driven optimization approach based on gaming strategies could help.

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  1. Institute for Theoretical Physics, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

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  2. Kavli Institute of Nanoscience, Delft University of Technology, Delft, the Netherlands

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