Heterogeneous dynamics in a polymer solution revealed through measurement of ultraslow convection

Key Points

• The research investigates the effects of beam-induced heating on the dynamics of a polymer solution, specifically focusing on ultraslow convection.
• Utilized correlation spectroscopy to measure flow dynamics in a polymer solution.
• Assessed the impact of beam-induced heating on the solution's convection without altering its structure.
• Measured ultraslow convection at rates of Angstroms per second.
• Detected changes in dynamics due to beam-induced heating, indicating significant interactions in the polymer solution.