Toy Model (IMAGE)

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Toy Model

Caption

A schematic toy model. The proton transport is accompanied by electron polarization in chiral media. Due to the CISS effect this electric polarization is producing spin polarization. Preserving angular momentum generates chiral phonons that enhance proton transfer. 

Credit

Naama Goren

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Original content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.