Scientists unveil magnetism at the atomic scale to revolutionize next-generation electronics and computing.

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Published on 11/04/2026 at 17:45

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Advance in US laboratory uses ultrathin materials and spin control to create more efficient and compact spintronic devices.

Scientists at the Argonne National Laboratory, affiliated with the United States Department of Energy, have achieved a significant milestone in the development of electronics and cutting-edge computing.

Through the study of atomically thin magnetic materials, the team was able to map the behavior of internal magnetic domains, providing a pathway for faster and more efficient devices. The research focuses on the precise control of magnetic states and electron spins at extremely reduced scales.

The potential of Van der Waals magnets

The researchers used so-called Van der Waals magnets, ultrathin materials that can be separated into layers just a few atoms thick. These materials are considered fundamental building blocks for spintronic devices, a technology that uses the electron’s spin, in addition to its charge, to process data.

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Control of skyrmions and magnetic density

The investigation at Argonne allowed the discovery of how the thickness of the material and the intensity of the applied magnetic fields influence the size and evolution of skyrmions. Skyrmions are stable and tiny magnetic structures that can act as information carriers in high-density data storage systems. The ability to predict the resulting domain patterns under different cooling conditions represents an advancement for precision engineering in nanotechnology.

The work provides a roadmap for engineers to reliably adjust the size and density of these structures. Mastering magnetism in atomically thin materials is a crucial step toward making spin-based computing a commercial reality. If it is possible to manipulate these elements precisely, the industry could build technologies that were previously confined to the realm of scientific imagination.

Toward energy efficiency in computing

The transition to devices based on cutting-edge electronics and computing promises to drastically reduce the energy consumption of current systems. Unlike traditional electronics, which move electric charges and generate heat through resistance, spintronics operates with the orientation of spins, minimizing energy losses.

The research demonstrates that the behavior of magnetic domains can be predicted and controlled according to the needs of each application.

With these results, the Argonne National Laboratory establishes a solid foundation for the creation of denser magnetic memories and faster processors. The integration of these new materials could revolutionize the way data is processed and stored globally. The success in mapping at the atomic scale brings society closer to a smarter and more sustainable technological infrastructure.

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Scientists unveil magnetism at the atomic scale to revolutionize next-generation electronics and computing.

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The potential of Van der Waals magnets

Control of skyrmions and magnetic density

Toward energy efficiency in computing

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