Spintronics
Towards the next generation of computing devices
20 Nov 2020Computing devices are finally reaching their limits. But recently discovered particles called magnetic skyrmions could redefine these limits, according to Anjan Soumyanarayanan.
Shining a light on quantum materials
12 Jun 2020By manipulating light to reveal unusual properties of quantum materials, Justin Song is ushering in a new age of quantum devices.
A shot in the arm for spintronics
30 Apr 2019A spin injection technique that is more than 10,000 times more efficient than existing methods could allow for the development of ultrafast spintronic computers
A new spin on data storage
8 May 2017Study
into spirals of magnetic spin showcases potential of layered materials for
future data storage
Reducing read errors more than a bit
7 Feb 2017A new circuit scheme would greatly increase the accuracy of high-density spin-based data storage
Controlling anisotropy
19 Jul 2016Device architecture that can tune a material’s magnetic properties could reduce the power consumption of memories
Organic electronics with an edge
24 Sep 2015Two-dimensional
organic lattices are easier and safer to work with than inorganic materials for
spintronic and quantum computing applications
Magnetic memories on the right track
26 Aug 2014An investigation into switching characteristics provides new criteria for achieving faster switching of magnetic memories
Forging ahead with a back-to-basics approach
27 Aug 2013Atomic-level simulations hint at how to control the magnetic properties of layered materials for data storage applications
Taking control of spin
29 Jan 2013Generating and sustaining electrical currents with unique properties for information processing comes closer to reality after a successful theoretical demonstration
Adopting changes
17 Jul 2012New insights into the stable magnetism of phase-change semiconductors could enable the development of ultra-high-speed data storage
Coupled duo
6 Dec 2011Systematic study of the switching behavior in differential dual spin valves reveals the role of interlayer couplings