Earth sciences Research update Quantum phase transition detected deep inside the Earth Spin crossover in iron could be linked to increases in the frequency of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions Read article: Quantum phase transition detected deep inside the Earth
2D materials Research update Kagome geometry produces magnetism in a 2D organic material Local magnetic moments have been spotted emerging from electron–electron interactions in an organic system for the first time Read article: Kagome geometry produces magnetism in a 2D organic material
Magnetism and spin Research update Stacking order in a 2D magnet produces Dirac magnons Topological feature could prove useful for dissipationless spintronics Read article: Stacking order in a 2D magnet produces Dirac magnons
Magnetism and spin Research update Introducing the non-radiating antenna An antenna’s radiation can be turned off using a dielectric disc, creating a non-radiative “meta-atom” Read article: Introducing the non-radiating antenna
2D materials Research update ‘Slidetronics’ makes its debut Researchers discover a novel polarization switching mechanism in an ultrathin ferroelectric material Read article: ‘Slidetronics’ makes its debut
Magnetism and spin Research update Electron’s dual nature appears in a quantum spin liquid New evidence supports theory that the electron may be composed of two particles Read article: Electron’s dual nature appears in a quantum spin liquid
Quantum mechanics Research update Long-awaited magnetic interferometer might probe quantum gravity Device could interfere much larger molecules than is currently possible Read article: Long-awaited magnetic interferometer might probe quantum gravity
Magnetism and spin Research update WiFi signals used to power small electrical devices Synchronized spin-torque oscillators deliver enough energy to drive a LED Read article: WiFi signals used to power small electrical devices
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Ultra-magnetostrictive material shows promise for beyond-CMOS technologies New material is based on iron and gallium, avoiding the need for expensive and scarce rare-earth elements Read article: Ultra-magnetostrictive material shows promise for beyond-CMOS technologies
Magnetism and spin Research update Doped antiferromagnets switch faster New findings could enable quicker, higher-density and more stable memory storage Read article: Doped antiferromagnets switch faster