Electron Spin in a Cobalt-Iron Alloy (IMAGE)

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Electron Spin in a Cobalt-Iron Alloy

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Researchers at Argonne have discovered a way to control the direction of electron spin in a cobalt-iron alloy, influencing its magnetic properties. The result could have implications for more powerful and energy-efficient materials for information storage.

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Argonne National Laboratory

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