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The Spinterface Mechanism for the Chiral-Induced Spin Selectivity Effect: A Critical Perspective
Subhajit Sarkar1, Amos Sharoni2, Oliver L A Monti3,4
1Department of Physics, School of Natural Sciences, Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence (SNIOE), Deemed to be University, NH91, Tehsil Dadri, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh 201314, India.
ACS Nano
|October 21, 2025
Summary
The chirality-induced spin selectivity (CISS) effect is explained by the spinterface mechanism, which links molecular electron motion to surface magnetism. This model quantitatively matches experimental data, advancing spintronics and molecular electronics research.
Area of Science:
- Spintronics
- Molecular Electronics
- Quantum Materials
Background:
- The chirality-induced spin selectivity (CISS) effect describes how chiral molecules influence electron spin transmission.
- Despite extensive experimental evidence, a unified theoretical framework for CISS remains elusive.
- Existing theories struggle to explain diverse observations across various experimental platforms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically examine the spinterface mechanism as a unifying explanation for the CISS effect.
- To evaluate the spinterface model's ability to quantitatively reproduce experimental data.
- To address open questions and criticisms regarding the spinterface mechanism.
Main Methods:
- Theoretical examination of the spinterface mechanism.
- Quantitative comparison of the spinterface model with experimental data.
- Contrast of the spinterface model with existing theoretical frameworks.
Main Results:
- The spinterface model quantitatively reproduces experimental CISS data across diverse systems.
- The model highlights key experimental features and offers a unifying perspective.
- The study identifies areas for further investigation, including surface magnetism and dissipation.
Conclusions:
- The spinterface mechanism provides a robust explanation for the CISS effect.
- Further research is needed to fully elucidate surface magnetism and applicability to electrode-free systems.
- This work aims to stimulate experimental and theoretical progress in understanding CISS.
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