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Area of Science:

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Materials Science
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • The superconducting proximity effect facilitates pairing correlations in metals through Andreev scattering.
  • Graphene's unique properties enable tunable two-dimensional superconductivity, making it a key material for research.
  • Understanding correlation propagation is vital for controlling graphene's superconducting properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Investigate the energy and length scales of the proximity effect in graphene induced by lead (Pb) islands.
  • Explore how superconducting correlations evolve in confined normal regions of graphene.
  • Determine the role of interface conductance in modulating superconducting properties.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) to probe the superconducting proximity effect.
  • Fabricated superconductor/normal metal/superconductor (S/N/S) junctions with tunable spacing using tip-induced manipulation.
  • Combined experimental data with quasiclassical theory for analysis.

Main Results:

  • Observed that different doping levels in graphene can result in localized or collective superconducting states.
  • Demonstrated that interface conductance significantly impacts pairing correlation strength and coherence length.
  • Showed interface conductance is crucial for interisland coupling in the proximitized graphene.

Conclusions:

  • Interface conductance is a critical factor in controlling the superconducting proximity effect in graphene.
  • The findings provide a deeper understanding of tunable two-dimensional superconductivity.
  • This research offers valuable insights for designing novel superconducting devices and materials.