December 1 - 6, 2024
Boston, Massachusetts

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2024 MRS Fall Meeting & Exhibit
EN03.04.01

Challenges in Crystal Growth, Structural Characterization and Magnetism of Bulk Actinide Materials

When and Where

Dec 3, 2024
8:45am - 9:15am
Sheraton, Third Floor, Huntington

Presenter(s)

Co-Author(s)

Binod Rai1,Alex Bretana1,Gregory Morrison2,Rosalie Greer1,Krzysztof Gofryk3,Hanno Loye2

Savannah River National Laboratory1,University of South Carolina2,Idaho National Laboratory3

Abstract

Binod Rai1,Alex Bretana1,Gregory Morrison2,Rosalie Greer1,Krzysztof Gofryk3,Hanno Loye2

Savannah River National Laboratory1,University of South Carolina2,Idaho National Laboratory3
Actinides, with their unique electronic configurations, are pivotal in advancing research on quantum phenomena and the nuclear industry, promising notable technological breakthroughs. Their 5f-states exhibit dual behavior, involving competing interactions and strong spin-orbit coupling, which manifest in complex magnetic properties like multi-k antiferromagnetic ordering, multipolar ordering, topological superconductivity, and mixed valence states. The intriguing structural and magnetic characteristics of actinide systems are central to scientific inquiry, despite challenges posed by their toxicity, radioactivity, and high reactivity. This presentation will introduce the challenges in crystal synthesis, structural characterization, and magnetic property analysis of actinide oxides. These compounds open new avenues for understanding the unique properties of actinides beyond their typical oxides. The discussion will cover methods for growing less commonly studied actinide telluride and selenide crystals and provide insights into their crystal structures. Additionally, the presentation will explore the challenges associated with delineating the magnetic properties of these materials, aiming to enhance our understanding of their complex behaviors.

Keywords

electronic structure | flux growth | magnetic properties

Symposium Organizers

Miaomiao Jin, The Pennsylvania State University
Amey Khanolkar, Idaho National Laboratory
Xiang Liu, Zhejiang University
Eteri Svanidze, Max Planck Institute

Session Chairs

Amey Khanolkar
Eteri Svanidze

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