Ising superconductivity: A first-principles perspective

Abstract

The recent discovery of Ising superconductivity has garnered much interest due in part to the resilience of these superconductors to large in-plane magnetic fields. In this Perspective, we explain the basic concepts that define the behavior of Ising superconductors, provide an overview of the electronic structure and magnetic properties with a focus on NbSe2, summarize key experimental observations that have been made in this class of superconductors, highlight the role that defects and proximity-induced effects at interfaces have on Ising superconductivity, and finally discuss the prospects for observing Ising superconductivity in bulk materials.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
Jun 12, 2023
Source ID
10.1063/5.0153345

Entities

People

  • Darshana Wickramaratne
  • Igor I. Mazin

Organizations

  • George Mason University
  • Office of Naval Research

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Quantum spin resonance or Electron Paramagnetic Resonance spectroscopy.
  • Theoretical Analysis.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Graphene