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Achieving Anisotropy Through Spin-Orbit Coupling in a Chromium-Based Ferromagnet

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Scientific Achievement: Discovered unique ferromagnetic crystals with strong anisotropy by combining the magnetism of chromium with the strong spin-orbit coupling of gold.

Significance and Impact: This work provides understanding of a new anisotropic ferromagnet and introduces a new crystal chemistry that may enable versatile metallic magnets for spintronics.

DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemmater.6c00999