Abstract
C60-Co nano-composites, in which Co nano-particles are embedded in C60 molecules, have been fabricated and a magnetoresistance (MR) ratio of 8% has been observed at T = 4.2 K. In addition, we have succeeded in observing a clear MR curve even at room temperature (RT). The MR effect is ascribed to magnetization of the Co nano-particles and spin-dependent transport in C60 molecules. This study directly indicates that RT operation of molecular spin devices can be realized. J
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | L717-L719 |
Journal | Japanese Journal of Applied Physics, Part 2: Letters |
Volume | 45 |
Issue number | 24-28 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2006 Jul 14 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Fullerene
- Magnetoresistance
- Molecular spintronics
- Spin-dependent transport
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Engineering(all)
- Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)
- Physics and Astronomy(all)