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Physics 2, 75 (2009) – Published September 14, 2009 Magnetism Nanophysics Spintronics A microscopic study of magnetic nanoislands on a surface challenges the widely held view that all atoms in a relaxing nanoparticle flip their spins in unison. |
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Published March 30, 2009 Mesoscopics Nanophysics Spintronics Optical measurements in electron gases at low temperatures and high magnetic fields show the electron spins are, as predicted, polarized, but that this state is surprisingly delicate. |
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Physics 1, 33 (2008) – Published November 3, 2008 If a magnet is small enough, an electric current carrying polarized spins can flip it around. Scientists are finding clever ways to control this spin-torque effect precisely, both for when it is wanted and when it is not. |