Time-evolution of net-baryon density fluctuations across the QCD critical region

TL;DR

This paper studies how finite surface tension influences the evolution of net-baryon density fluctuations during a temperature-driven phase transition in the QCD critical region, highlighting non-equilibrium effects.

Contribution

It introduces the impact of finite surface tension on fluctuation dynamics during QCD phase transitions, a novel aspect in this context.

Findings

Finite surface tension affects fluctuation evolution.

Non-equilibrium effects are significant during the transition.

Results inform understanding of QCD critical phenomena.

Abstract

We investigate the role of a finite surface tension during the time-evolution of fluctuations in the net-baryon density. The systems in this study undergo a temperature evolution across the phase transition in the critical region of the QCD phase diagram. The occuring non-equilibrium effects are discussed.