Magnetoelectric coupling in zigzag graphene nanoribbons

J. Jung, A. H. MacDonald

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Abstract

Zigzag graphene nanoribbons can have magnetic ground states with ferromagnetic, antiferromagnetic, or canted configurations, depending on carrier density. We show that an electric field directed across the ribbon alters the magnetic state, favoring antiferromagnetic configurations. This property can be used to prepare ribbons with a prescribed spin-orientation on a given edge.

Original languageEnglish
Article number195408
JournalPhysical Review B - Condensed Matter and Materials Physics
Volume81
Issue number19
DOIs
StatePublished - 5 May 2010

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