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  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Materials Science
  • Quantum Computing

Background:

  • Low-dimensional magnetic materials coupled with superconductors are key for Majorana zero modes.
  • Majorana zero modes are essential for developing topological quantum computers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate a novel 2D magnetic-superconducting heterostructure for potential Majorana zero modes.
  • To explore the properties of single-layer chromium diiodide (CrI2) on niobium diselenide (NbSe2).

Main Methods:

  • Epitaxial growth of single-layer CrI2 nanosheets on NbSe2 superconductor.
  • Scanning tunneling microscopy/spectroscopy (STM/STS) to observe electronic states.
  • First-principles calculations to determine magnetic ground states.

Main Results:

  • Observed robust in-gap states at CrI2 nanosheet edges and zero-energy peaks at defects.
  • Demonstrated modulation of NbSe2 superconducting states by the CrI2 layer, evidenced by broken vortex symmetry.
  • Experimental findings are consistent with theoretical predictions of chiral edge states.

Conclusions:

  • The fabricated 2D AFM-superconducting heterostructure is a promising platform for Majorana zero modes.
  • The study provides a foundation for designing new materials for topological quantum computing applications.
  • Efficient modulation of interfacial superconducting states by the magnetic layer was confirmed.