Abstract

X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy (XPCS) is a novel technique for the study of slow dynamics in disordered materials. It overcomes limitations of visible light scattering techniques such as multiple scattering or limitations in Q-range by using coherent X-rays from third generation synchrotron radiation sources. Applications to the static and dynamic behavior of complex fluids and to slow dynamics in hard condensed matter systems are reviewed.

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