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Read article: Spin valve uses coupled quantum dots and tiny magnetic fields Magnetism and spin Research update Spin valve uses coupled quantum dots and tiny magnetic fields Electron spin current is generated without the need for large external magnetic fields
Read article: Weak electric currents track tiny magnetic skyrmions Magnetism and spin Research update Weak electric currents track tiny magnetic skyrmions New work brings real-world devices based on these whirling vortex structures a step closer to reality
Read article: Electric fields control spintronics devices Advanced materials Research update Electric fields control spintronics devices New low-power technique detects the spin of electrons in a non-volatile way that does not require ferromagnets
Read article: Kondo effect induces giant negative thermal expansion Magnetism and spin Research update Kondo effect induces giant negative thermal expansion New work could help in designing and developing new alloys for use in aircraft and many other technology applications
Read article: Defect spins slow diamond motion Advanced materials Research update Defect spins slow diamond motion New technique is comparable to laser cooling of trapped atoms and could have as many applications