Articles tagged with Spintronics
Appelbaum's pioneering research harnesses the magnet-like spin property of electrons to create faster, more energy-efficient devices. His work supports the development of a new logic architecture for electronics.
Researchers at the University of Delaware successfully transport an electron's spin a marathon distance through a silicon wafer, confirming its potential for spintronics. The finding opens doors to cheaper, faster, and lower-power processing and storage of data.
UC Berkeley physicists have successfully measured the spin of an individual atom on a surface, a key achievement for both quantum computing and spintronics. By employing low-temperature spin-polarized scanning tunneling spectroscopy, researchers were able to determine the spin of isolated adatoms atop cobalt nanoislands.
A University of Alberta research team has created a novel way to control the quantum state of an electron's spin using plasmonics principles in spintronics technology. This new technology, called spinplasmonics, may lead to revolutionary advances in computer electronics and other areas.
Researchers at the University of Delaware have demonstrated the transport and coherent manipulation of electron spin in silicon, a crucial step towards harnessing its potential in spintronics. The discovery could lead to exponentially faster and more powerful electronics, including quantum computers.
Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory have devised methods to make spintronic devices based on electron spin, potentially increasing electronic device productivity. The development uses graphene-magnet multilayers and aims to create a full spectrum of spintronic devices, including re-writable microchips and transistors.
The University of Delaware has been awarded a $1.9 million grant to establish a Center for Spintronics and Biodetection, which aims to harness the magnetic properties of electrons to encode and process data. The center will focus on developing highly sensitive sensors that can detect tiny magnetic fields generated by nanoparticles.
Albert Fert's discovery of giant magnetoresistance has revolutionized the development of spintronics, enabling high-performance magnetic read heads in hard drives. This technology has a significant impact on information and communications technologies.
Researchers at NIST have confirmed the presence and action of specific molecules in a nanoscale test structure, enabling magnetic switching behavior. The use of organic molecules preserves electron spins, allowing for potentially superior properties compared to conventional electronics.
Researchers at Ohio University have created an effective interface between a semiconductor and ferromagnetic metal, nearly eliminating intermixing of the two layers. The new magnetic-semiconductor bilayer operates at room temperature, solving a long-standing problem in spintronics technology.
Researchers at NIST have measured the Einstein-de Haas effect in a ferromagnetic thin film, shedding light on magnetization dynamics and g-factor calculations. The study provides a proof-of-concept for using this effect to determine critical material properties for data storage and spintronics applications.
Researchers are developing a new type of memory chip using magnetism instead of electricity, promising faster performance and longer lifespan. This spintronic memory can be written to quickly and won't wear out, making it ideal for reducing power hunger in computers.
A six-university collaboration, led by UCSB, aims to create a highly compact and energy-efficient chip. The project will utilize electron spin technology for memory, logic, and communications functions. Successful development could lead to breakthroughs in high-density storage, ultra-fast processing, and secure communication.
A team of scientists from Delft University of Technology, Brown University, and the University of Alabama have successfully created a 'spin triplet' supercurrent through a unique ferromagnet. The discovery breaks quantum physics theory by showing that electrons can exist in three quantum states inside the magnet.
Researchers discover 'doping' mechanism in semiconductor nanocrystals, enabling controlled incorporation of impurities. The findings overturn a common belief that nanocrystals are intrinsically difficult to dope due to self-purification.
Researchers study electron hopping in magnetic materials to understand macroscopic effects and predict material properties. Techniques like inelastic x-ray scattering reveal energy needed for electron movement, which could lead to optimized spintronics and innovative technologies.
Researchers at UAlbany-CNSE have successfully created ferromagnetic silicon, which can maintain a permanent magnetic field above room temperature. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize spintronic devices, enabling faster and more efficient computing.
Researchers at University of Utah developed switch-like valves made from organic materials, increasing electrical current flow by 40%. The innovation paves the way for new electronic devices, including computer chips and sensors.
Researchers at UCSB and Pittsburgh have successfully controlled electron spins using electric fields, demonstrating a solid-state quantum logic gate that works with today's electronics. This breakthrough moves esoteric spin-based technologies closer to present-day possibilities.
The Center for Nanoscience Innovation for Defense (CNID) has been created to rapidly transition research in the nanosciences into defense applications. The center is being led by Robert C. Haddon and will use CNID funds to establish basic infrastructure for nanotechnology research at UCR.
Scientists at Ohio State University have developed a new material that can store and transfer data through the spin of electrons, enabling faster processing speeds and lower power consumption. This breakthrough could lead to instant-on computers, reduced weight, and lower manufacturing costs.
Researchers at the University at Buffalo have developed a new semiconducting material that exhibits key properties for spintronic devices, including ferromagnetism and hysteresis. This breakthrough could lead to faster processing speeds, non-volatility, and potentially quantum computing capabilities.