Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding the stability of quasicrystals, materials that are neither perfectly ordered crystals nor disordered glasses. These unique structures have puzzled researchers for years due to their aperiodic order. This new research sheds light on the underlying mechanisms that allow quasicrystals to maintain their structure, paving the way for potential applications in materials science and engineering. The findings could lead to the development of new materials with unique properties.