Search results for spintronics

Quantum Physics Sep 14, 2021

Physicist observes the first unpaired Weyl magnetic monopole

Similar to a magnet that always has both south and north poles, a kind of special quasiparticles in condensed matter called "Weyl Fermions" always appear in pairs with opposite chirality. There had been no experimental report ...

General Physics Sep 7, 2021

Researchers realize a spin field-effect transistor at room temperature

A crucial goal of spintronics research is to coherently manipulate electron spins at room temperature using electrical current. This is particularly valuable as it would enable the development of numerous devices, including ...

Quantum Physics Aug 19, 2021

Electron-electron and spin-orbit interactions compete to control the electron

In a finding that will help to identify exotic quantum states, RIKEN physicists have seen strongly competing factors that affect an electron's behavior in a high-quality quantum material.

Nanophysics Aug 17, 2021

New exotic magnetic quasiparticle 'skyrmion bundle' joins topological zoo

In a study recently published in Nature Nanotechnology, a research group led by Prof. Du Haifeng and Dr. Tang Jin from High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS), reported a scientific breakthrough ...

Quantum Physics Aug 4, 2021

Manipulating magnetic domain dynamics in ultrathin multi-layered materials

A novel route to tune and control the magnetic domain wall motions employing combinations of useful magnetic effects inside very thin film materials, has been demonstrated by researchers from Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of ...

Nanophysics Jul 30, 2021

An effective strategy for protecting skyrmions in quantum computing devices

A magnetic skyrmion is a versatile topological object that can be used to carry information in future spintronic information processing devices. As potential non-volatile information carriers, excellent endurance and robust ...

Quantum Physics Jul 29, 2021

A new information storage and processing device

A team of scientists has developed a means to create a new type of memory, marking a notable breakthrough in the increasingly sophisticated field of artificial intelligence. 

Nanophysics Jul 20, 2021

Scientists create world's thinnest magnet

The development of an ultrathin magnet that operates at room temperature could lead to new applications in computing and electronics—such as high-density, compact spintronic memory devices—and new tools for the study of quantum ...

Quantum Physics Jul 16, 2021

Future information technologies: Topological materials for ultrafast spintronics

The laws of quantum physics rule the microcosm. They determine, for example, how easily electrons move through a crystal and thus whether the material is a metal, a semiconductor or an insulator. Quantum physics may lead ...

Nanophysics Jul 14, 2021

2D materials and interfaces can convert spin current into a vortex of charge current

Energy-efficient spintronic devices are closer to being realized thanks to a new mechanism predicted by RIKEN physicists for converting between electrical current vortices and a spin current.

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