The Infrared Phase of QCD and Anderson Localization

TL;DR

This paper explores the role of Anderson localization in Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD), highlighting its significance in the emergence of the infrared (IR) phase and its connection to thermal phase transitions.

Contribution

It introduces the concept of Anderson localization as a fundamental aspect in the formation of the IR phase in QCD, expanding understanding of thermal phase structures.

Findings

Anderson localization is central to the IR phase in QCD.

Recent developments link Anderson features to the genesis of the IR phase.

The IR phase represents a new thermal phase influenced by Anderson localization.

Abstract

When Anderson localization entered the QCD landscape, it was almost immediately thought about in connection with thermal phases, namely as a factor in the chiral transition. However, recent developments revealed an additional structure that made Anderson-like features central to the genesis of the entirely new thermal phase: the IR phase. I will explain these developments.