Overview

• Researchers have discovered a new type of magnetism called altermagnetism, which combines properties of ferromagnets and antiferromagnets.
• Altermagnetism was experimentally proven at the Swiss Light Source SLS through international collaboration.
• This discovery has significant implications for spintronics, offering a new approach to magnetic memory technology.
• Altermagnetism exists in many materials previously not recognized for this property, opening new research and application opportunities.
• The discovery enriches our understanding of condensed-matter physics and could impact various areas of research and technology.