Robust and Efficient Charge-to-Spin Conversion in the Topological Superconductor β-Bi<sub>2</sub>Pd

Oral-In-person

Abstract

Topological superconductors, characterized by topological surface states and strong spin–orbit coupling, offer an exciting platform for realizing fault-tolerant quantum computation and novel spintronic applications. Among the few candidates identified, β-Bi2Pd has attracted particular attention due to its topological surface states and the intrinsic ability to host spin-triplet pairings. Using second-harmonic Hall and spin Hall magnetoresistance measurements, we demonstrate a pronounced, reliable, and robust charge-to-spin conversion in β-Bi2Pd thin films. Moreover, the observed charge-to-spin conversion exhibits a strong correlation with the crystalline order of β-Bi₂Pd, emphasizing the importance of crystallinity in sustaining its topological properties. Furthermore, we achieve efficient current-induced magnetization switching in β-Bi2Pd-based heterostructures. These findings establish β-Bi₂Pd as a versatile and robust platform for exploring spin transport and pave the way toward superconducting spintronic applications.

Publication: Yu-Seng Ku, Chih-Chieh Chiang, Shuan-Cheng Mai, Jing-Yo Chen, Chao-Wei Chen, Yi-Ying Chin, Yann-Wen Lan, Danru Qu, C.L. Chien, and Ssu-Yen Huang, "Efficient charge-to-spin conversion in the topological superconductor β-Bi2Pd at room temperature", Phys. Rev. Applied 24, 034050 (2025).

Presenters

  • Shuan-Cheng Mai

    • National Taiwan University

Authors

  • Shuan-Cheng Mai

    • National Taiwan University
  • Yu-Seng Ku

  • Chih-Chieh Chiang

  • Jing-Yo Chen

  • Chao-Wei Chen

  • Yi-Ying Chin

  • Yann-Wen Lan

  • Danru Qu

    • National Taiwan University
  • Chia-Ling Chien

    • Johns Hopkins University
  • Ssu-Yen Huang