Researchers uncover new avenues for finding unique class of insulators
Tuesday, July 25, 2017 - 05:02
in Physics & Chemistry
For the last decade, scientists have sought topological insulators, materials that are insulating on the inside but conduct current on their surfaces. Although first predicted around 2005, very few real-world examples have been found to date. Topological insulators are expected to have wide-ranging applications, including energy-efficient electronics and quantum computing—their special properties allow the surface current to flow freely even in the presence of defects or disturbances.