Hybrid Interfaces in Molecular Spintronics

Abstract
Molecular/inorganic multilayer heterostructures are gaining attention in molecular electronics and more recently in new generation spintronic devices. The intrinsic properties of molecular materials as low cost, tuneability, or long spin lifetimes were the original reasons behind their implementation. However, the non‐innocent role played by these hybrid interfaces is a determinant factor in the device performance. In this account we will give an overview about different types of hybrid molecular system/ferromagnet interfaces, which can be of direct application in molecular spintronics. This includes the insertion of a 2D material in between the molecular system and the ferromagnet. As perspective, new hybrid interfaces able to tune the spin properties under an external stimulus, are proposed. These smart interfaces, based on switchable magnetic molecules or flexible MOFs, can open the way to new multifunctional spintronic devices able to couple the spin with a second property.

Next generation spintronics faces the integration of molecular‐based and/or 2D materials with traditional inorganic ones. This represents the formation of new hybrid interfaces with a non‐innocent role in the performance of the devices. This personal account summarises different interfaces found in the most common multilayer spintronic devices based on molecules. One step forward we consider as perspective the potential of the integration of molecular functionalized 2D materials into th...

Source: Contrast Media and Molecular Imaging - February 1, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Alicia Forment ‐Aliaga, Eugenio Coronado Tags: Personal Account Source Type: research