Ultrafast light can control ferromagnetism without relying on heating
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a method to control magnetism in semiconductors using ultrafast laser pulses. This technique allows for the manipulation of magnetic states without the need for heat, potentially improving digital data storage.
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This breakthrough could lead to faster, more energy-efficient computer memory and storage technologies.
by University of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering
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