In recent years,the research on superconductivity in one-dimensional(1D)materials has been attracting increasing attention due to its potential applications in low-dimensional nanodevices.However,the critical temperat...In recent years,the research on superconductivity in one-dimensional(1D)materials has been attracting increasing attention due to its potential applications in low-dimensional nanodevices.However,the critical temperature(T_(c))of 1D superconductors is low.In this work,we theoretically investigate the possible high T_(c) superconductivity of(5,5)carbon nanotube(CNT).The pristine(5,5)CNT is a Dirac semimetal and can be modulated into a semiconductor by full hydrogenation.Interestingly,by further hole doping,it can be regulated into a metallic state with the sp^(3)-hybridized σ electrons metalized,and a giant Kohn anomaly appears in the optical phonons.The two factors together enhance the electron–phonon coupling,and lead to high-T_(c) superconductivity.When the hole doping concentration of hydrogenated-(5,5)CNT is 2.5 hole/cell,the calculated T_(c) is 82.3 K,exceeding the boiling point of liquid nitrogen.Therefore,the predicted hole-doped hydrogenated-(5,5)CNT provides a new platform for 1D high-T_(c) superconductivity and may have potential applications in 1D nanodevices.展开更多
Interfacial superconductivity(IS)has been a topic of intense interest in condensed matter physics,due to its unique properties and exotic photoelectrical performance.However,there are few reports about IS systems cons...Interfacial superconductivity(IS)has been a topic of intense interest in condensed matter physics,due to its unique properties and exotic photoelectrical performance.However,there are few reports about IS systems consisting of two insulators.Here,motivated by the emergence of an insulator-metal transition in type-Ⅲ heterostructures and the superconductivity in some“special”two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors via electron doping,we predict that the 2D heterostructure SnSe_(2)/PtTe_(2) is a model system for realizing IS by using firstprinciples calculations.Our results show that due to slight but crucial interlayer charge transfer,SnSe_(2)/PtTe_(2) turns to be a type-Ⅲ heterostructure with metallic properties and shows a superconducting transition with the critical temperature(T_(c))of 3.73 K.Similar to the enhanced electron–phonon coupling(EPC)in the electrondoped SnSe_(2) monolayer,the IS in the SnSe_(2)/PtTe_(2) heterostructure mainly originates from the metallized SnSe_(2) layer.Furthermore,we find that its superconductivity is sensitive to tensile lattice strain,forming a domeshaped superconducting phase diagram.Remarkably,at 7%biaxial tensile strain,the superconducting T_(c) can increase more than twofold(8.80 K),resulting from softened acoustic phonons at the𝑀point and enhanced EPC strength.Our study provides a concrete example for realizing IS in type-Ⅲ heterostructures,which waits for future experimental verification.展开更多
High-pressure electrides,characterized by the presence of interstitial quasi-atoms(ISQs),possess unique electronic structures and physical properties,such as diverse dimensions of electride states exhibiting different...High-pressure electrides,characterized by the presence of interstitial quasi-atoms(ISQs),possess unique electronic structures and physical properties,such as diverse dimensions of electride states exhibiting different superconductivity,which has attracted significant attention.Here,we report a new electron-deficient type of electride Li_(4)Al and identify its phase transition progress with pressurization,where the internal driving force behind phase transitions,bonding characteristics,and superconducting behaviors have been revealed based on first-principles density functional theory.Through analysis of the bonding properties of electride Li_(4)Al,we demonstrate that the ISQs exhibiting increasingly covalent characteristics between Al ions play a critical role in driving the phase transition.Our electron–phonon coupling calculations indicate that all phases exhibit superconducting behaviors.Importantly,we prove that the ISQs behave as free electrons and demonstrate that the factor governing T_(c) is primarily derived from Li-p-hybridized electronic states with ISQ compositions.These electronic states are scattered by low-frequency phonons arising from mixed vibrations of Li and Al affected by ISQs to enhance electron–phonon coupling.Our study largely expands the research scope of electrides,provides new insight for understanding phase transitions,and elucidates the effects of ISQs on superconducting behavior.展开更多
We report a comprehensive investigation of the superconducting properties of the mineral superconductor covellite(Cu S)using high-quality single crystals.First,we establish that Cu S is an intrinsic type-Ⅱsuperconduc...We report a comprehensive investigation of the superconducting properties of the mineral superconductor covellite(Cu S)using high-quality single crystals.First,we establish that Cu S is an intrinsic type-Ⅱsuperconductor,correcting its long-standing classification as type-Ⅰ.Second,a complete set of anisotropic superconducting parameters is determined,including the critical fields,penetration depth and coherence length,which yield a Ginzburg–Landau parameterκ~1.5 and a moderate anisotropy ofγ~2.Our results indicate that this type-Ⅱsuperconductivity can be well-described by a conventional,weak-coupling,single-band s-wave pairing mechanism.This work fills a long-standing gap in the understanding of this archetypal superconductor.展开更多
We present a systematic investigation of the superconductivity in high-quality CsTi_(3)Bi_(5) single crystals by combining bulk property characterization and local-probe spectroscopy.Two successive superconducting tra...We present a systematic investigation of the superconductivity in high-quality CsTi_(3)Bi_(5) single crystals by combining bulk property characterization and local-probe spectroscopy.Two successive superconducting transitions are observed in this newly discovered kagome material.In the first stage,the diamagnetic response strengthens significantly from T_(c)~4.9 K to 4.6 K,followed by a broad transition below 4.6 K in the second stage.Moreover,different magnetic field dependences are observed for the two stages,where the first stage is field-insensitive while the second stage exhibits strong field dependence.The ultra-low magnetic field measurements indicate that the lower critical field H_(c1)(T)exhibits small anisotropy.Based on a comparative study of the superconducting state in CsBi2 and microscopic verification via scanning tunneling microscopy(STM),our results suggest the emergence of exotic and intrinsic superconductivity in this new titanium-based kagome superconductor,establishing it as a promising platform for further exploring the complexity of electronic states in the kagome lattice.展开更多
Superconductivity in two-dimensional(2D)materials has attracted considerable attention due to their unique physical properties and potential for high-temperature operation.Boron-based 2D compounds are particularly pro...Superconductivity in two-dimensional(2D)materials has attracted considerable attention due to their unique physical properties and potential for high-temperature operation.Boron-based 2D compounds are particularly promising,thanks to their structural flexibility and the emergence of strong electron-phonon coupling(EPC)associated with light elements.While most previous studies have focused on stabilizing boron sheets through metal incorporation,we propose an alternative approach based on multicenter bonding enabled by group-IV non-metallic elements(Si,Ge,Sn).The resulting XB_(2)(X=Si,Ge,Sn)monolayers,which adopt a MgB_(2)-like monolayer configuration,are stabilized by a seven-center two-electron(7c-2e)bonding network between the X atoms and the boron honeycomb lattice.This bonding lowers the energy of the B-p_(z)orbitals and enhances lattice stability.The superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))increases significantly with the atomic number of X—from 4.7 K in SiB_(2)to 13.3 K in GeB_(2)and 24.9 K in SnB_(2)—driven by an increased carrier density near the Fermi level(E_(F))and softening of the high-frequency E_(2)phonon mode.Furthermore,we design a SnB_4 monolayer,in which a Sn layer is sandwiched between the two boron layers.This structure enriches in-plane phonon modes and strengthens EPC,yielding a T_(c)of 38 K,close to the McMillan limit.These findings highlight the critical role of multicenter bonding and targeted phonon engineering in enabling high-T_(c)2D boron-based superconductors.展开更多
We report a theoretical investigation into superconductivity within the MAXH_(6) quaternary hydride system using first-principles calculations,where M and A denote alkali and alkaline earth elements,respectively,and X...We report a theoretical investigation into superconductivity within the MAXH_(6) quaternary hydride system using first-principles calculations,where M and A denote alkali and alkaline earth elements,respectively,and X represents transition metal elements.Systematic analysis of electronic band structures,phonon dispersions,and electron-phonon coupling reveals that substitution of MA binary metal combinations and X metal atoms can create favorable conditions for superconductivity.Mapping of superconducting critical temperatures,combined with dynamical stability analysis through phonon calculations,identifies ten superconducting candidates at ambient pressure.Among these,LiNaAgH_(6) exhibits nearly-free-electron behavior reminiscent of monovalent electron superconductors.It demonstrates exceptional superconducting properties with electron–phonon coupling λ=2.707,which yields a superconducting transition temperature T_(c) of 206.4 K using the Allen–Dynes formula.Its structural analogs MgNaPdH_(6),LiMgPdH_(6),LiMgAgH_(6),LiMgAuH_(6) all exhibit superconducting transition temperatures above 110 K.These findings advance our fundamental understanding of superconductivity in quaternary hydrides and provide guidance for rational design of new high-temperature superconducting materials.展开更多
Motivated by the recent discovery of superconductivity in the kagome metal CsCr_(3)Sb_(5) under pressure,we theoretically investigate the superconducting pairing symmetry and the impact of spin–orbit coupling(SOC)in ...Motivated by the recent discovery of superconductivity in the kagome metal CsCr_(3)Sb_(5) under pressure,we theoretically investigate the superconducting pairing symmetry and the impact of spin–orbit coupling(SOC)in this system.By employing an effective four-orbital tight-binding model and solving the linearized gap equation within the random phase approximation,we find that the large inter-orbital spin fluctuations enhanced by Hund’s coupling promote a superconducting gap function with E_(2g)symmetry.The inclusion of SOC further stabilizes this gap symmetry.Our analysis also reveals that the d_(x^(2)-y^(2))orbital plays the dominant role in forming the superconducting pairs.展开更多
A bulk superconductor hosting intrinsic surface superconductivity provides a unique platform for exploring Majorana bound states.Trigonal γ-PtBi_(2),a superconductor,is a promising candidate,as both surface supercond...A bulk superconductor hosting intrinsic surface superconductivity provides a unique platform for exploring Majorana bound states.Trigonal γ-PtBi_(2),a superconductor,is a promising candidate,as both surface superconducting gaps and topological surface states have been observed.However,the simultaneous presence of bulk and surface superconductivity has remained unresolved.In this study,we directly visualize coexisting bulk and surface superconducting gaps in trigonal PtBi_(2) using ultra-low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy/spectroscopy.The bulk gap,Δ,is∼0.053 meV,with a critical temperature(T_(c))of∼0.5K and a critical field below 0.01 T,accompanied by a vortex lattice and vortex bound states and yielding a coherence length of∼200 nm.Remarkably,certain surface regions exhibit a much larger gap(Δ)of∼0.42 meV,persisting up to a T_(c)value of∼3K and surviving magnetic fields of up to 2 T,yet lacking a static vortex lattice.This coexistence of robust surface and bulk superconductivity establishes γ-PtBi_(2)as a unique platform for exploring the interplay between bulk and surface Cooper pairings in topological superconductors.展开更多
Signatures of superconductivity near 80 K have recently been discovered in single crystals of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under pressure,which makes it a new candidate for high-temperature superconductors dominated by 3d transit...Signatures of superconductivity near 80 K have recently been discovered in single crystals of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under pressure,which makes it a new candidate for high-temperature superconductors dominated by 3d transition elements,following the cuprate and iron-pnictide superconductors.However,there are several critical questions that have been perplexing the scientificommunity:(1)What factors contribute to the inconsistent reproducibility of the experimental results?(2)What is the fundamental nature of pressure-induced superconductivity:bulk or nonbulk(filamentary-like)(3)Where is the superconducting phase located within the sample if it is filamentary-like(4)Is the oxygen content important for the development and stabilization of superconductivity?In this study,we employ comprehensive high-pressure techniques to address these questions.Through our modulated ac susceptibility measurements,we are the firs to fin that the superconductivity in this nickelate is filamentary-like Our scanning transmission electron microscopy investigations suggest that the filamentary-lik superconductivity most likely emerges at the interface between La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La_(4)Ni_(3)O_(10)phases.By tuning the oxygen content of polycrystalline La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7),we also fin that it plays vital role in the development and stabilization of superconductivity in this material.The upper and lower bounds on the oxygen content are 7.35 and 6.89,respectively.Our results provide not only new insights into the puzzling issues regarding this material,but also significan information that will enable a better understanding of its superconductivity.展开更多
The discovery of pressure-induced superconducting electrides has sparked a intense wave of interest in novel superconductors.However,opinions vary regarding the relationship between non-nuclear attractors(NNAs)and sup...The discovery of pressure-induced superconducting electrides has sparked a intense wave of interest in novel superconductors.However,opinions vary regarding the relationship between non-nuclear attractors(NNAs)and superconductivity,with two opposing views currently represented by the materials Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Here,we choose the ternary Li–C–P as a model system and reveal the underlying mechanism by which NNAs contribute to superconductivity.The loosely bound NNAs in the superlithide Li_(14)CP covalently bond with Li and form unique satellite interstitial electrons(SIEs)around Li near the Fermi level,dominating the superconductivity.First-principles calculations show that the SIEs progressively increase in number and couple strongly with phonons at high pressure.Moreover,the Fermi surface nesting associated with SIEs induces phonon softening,further enhancing the electron–phonon coupling and giving the superlithide Li_(14)CP a T_(c)of 10.6 K at 300 GPa.The leading role of SIEs in superconductivity is a general one and is also relevant to the recently predicted Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Our work presented here reshapes the understanding of NNA-dominated superconductivity and holds promise for guiding future discoveries and designs of novel high-temperature superconductors.展开更多
Ising superconductivity has garnered much attention in recent years due to its extremely high in-plane upper critical field (B_(c2)).Here,we fabricated 14 multilayer Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) (0%≤x≤40%) thin films on Si (111)-...Ising superconductivity has garnered much attention in recent years due to its extremely high in-plane upper critical field (B_(c2)).Here,we fabricated 14 multilayer Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) (0%≤x≤40%) thin films on Si (111)-7×7 reconstructed surface by molecular beam epitaxy.Large B_(c2) beyond the Pauli limit is observed in all the Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) films,indicating that they may exhibit characteristics of Ising superconductivity.Moreover,the introduction of Bi doping can significantly enhance and effectively tune the in-plane B_(c2) of Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) films,which will help us better understand Ising superconductivity and provide a new platform for the development of tunable Ising superconductors.展开更多
Ytterbium polyhydrides were synthesized through in-situ high pressure laser heating techniques utilizing a diamond anvil cell.The temperature dependence of resistance measurement at high pressure demonstrates that the...Ytterbium polyhydrides were synthesized through in-situ high pressure laser heating techniques utilizing a diamond anvil cell.The temperature dependence of resistance measurement at high pressure demonstrates that the sample undergoes a superconducting transition at 11.5 K at 180 GPa.展开更多
We investigate the energy bands,magnetism,and superconductivity of bilayer octagraphene with A-A stackingunder a perpendicular electric field.A tight-binding model is used to analyze the band structure of the system.T...We investigate the energy bands,magnetism,and superconductivity of bilayer octagraphene with A-A stackingunder a perpendicular electric field.A tight-binding model is used to analyze the band structure of the system.The doubling of the unit cell results in each band of the single layer splitting into two.We find that applyinga perpendicular electric field increases the band splitting.As the electric field strength increases,the nestingof the Fermi surface(FS)weakens,eventually disrupting the antiferromagnetic order,and bilayer octagrapheneexhibits superconductivity.Spin fluctuations can induce unconventional superconductivity with s±-wave pairing.Applying a perpendicular electric field to bilayer octagraphene parent weakens the nesting of the FS,ultimatelykilling the spin-density-wave(SDW)ordered state and transitioning it into the superconducting state,whichworks as a doping effect.We use the random-phase approximation approach to obtain the pairing eigenvaluesand pairing symmetries of the perpendicular electric field-tuned bilayer octagraphene in the weak coupling limit.By tuning the strength of the perpendicular electric field,the critical interaction strength for SDW order can bemodified,which in turn may promote the emergence of unconventional superconductivity.展开更多
The recently discovered titanium-based kagome metal ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)provides a new platform to explore novel quantum phenomena.In this work,the transport properties of ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)are systematically in...The recently discovered titanium-based kagome metal ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)provides a new platform to explore novel quantum phenomena.In this work,the transport properties of ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)are systematically investigated under high pressure.Although ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)shows no evidence of superconductivity at ambient pressure,the pressure-induced double-dome superconductivity is observed in both compounds,resembling the superconducting phase diagram of AV_(3)Sb_(5)(A=Cs,Rb,and K)under pressure.High-pressure X-ray difraction measurements exclude the pressure-induced structural phase transition.A slope change in the c/a ratio was found between 12.4 and 14.9 GPa,indicating the occurrence of lattice distortion.The distinct changes in the electronic band structure revealed by frst-principles calculations further explain the emergence of superconductivity in the two domes.These fndings suggest that pressure can efectively tune the electronic properties of ATi_(3)Bi_(5),providing new insights into the rich physics of kagome metals.展开更多
Two-dimensional(2D)superconductors have attracted significant research interest due to their promising potential applications in optoelectronic and microelectronic devices.Herein,we employ first-principles calculation...Two-dimensional(2D)superconductors have attracted significant research interest due to their promising potential applications in optoelectronic and microelectronic devices.Herein,we employ first-principles calculations to predicted a new 2D conventional superconductor,Tc_(2)B_(2),demonstrating its stable structural configuration.Remarkably,under biaxial strain,the superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))of Tc_(2)B_(2)demonstrates a significant enhancement,achieving 19.5 K under 3%compressive strain and 9.2 K under 11%tensile strain.Our study reveals that strain-induced modifications in Fermi surface topology significantly enhance the Fermi surface nesting effect,which amplifies electron–phonon coupling interactions and consequently elevates Tc.Additionally,the presence of the Lifshitz transition results in a more pronounced rise in Tc under compressive strain compared to tensile strain.These insights offer important theoretical guidance for designing 2D superconductors with high-Tc through strain modulation.展开更多
The emergence of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-rich compounds has opened up promising avenues for investigating unique hydrogen motifs that exhibit exceptional superconducting properties.Nevertheless,...The emergence of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-rich compounds has opened up promising avenues for investigating unique hydrogen motifs that exhibit exceptional superconducting properties.Nevertheless,the requirement for extremely high synthesis pressures poses significant barriers to experimentally probing potential physical properties.Here,we have designed a structure wherein NH_(3)tetrahedra are intercalated into the body-centered cubic lattice of Yb,resulting in the formation of Yb(NH_(3))_(4).Our first-principles calculations reveal that metallic behavior emerges from the ionization of sp^(3)-hybridized s-bonds in NH_(3),which is enabled by electron transfer from ytterbium orbitals to NH_(3)anti-bonding s-orbitals.A distinctive feature of this structure is the Fermi surface nesting,which leads to optical phonon softening and consequently enhances electron-phonon coupling.The subsequent density-functional theory(DFT)calculations demonstrate that this I-43m phase of Yb(NH_(3))4 exhibits a superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 17.32 K under a modest pressure of 10 GPa.Our investigation presents perspectives on achieving phonon-mediated superconductivity at relatively low pressures,thereby opening up extensive possibilities for the attainment of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-based superconducting systems with specific ionized molecular groups.展开更多
Lead chalcogenides represent a significant class of materials that exhibit intriguing physical phenomena,including remarkable thermoelectric properties and superconductivity.In this study,we present a comprehensive in...Lead chalcogenides represent a significant class of materials that exhibit intriguing physical phenomena,including remarkable thermoelectric properties and superconductivity.In this study,we present a comprehensive investigation on the superconductivity of PbSe single crystal under high pressure.The signature of superconducting(SC)transition starts to appear at 7.2 K under 16.5 GPa.Upon further compression,the SC temperature(T_(c))decreases,and it is reduced to 3.5 K at 45.0 GPa.The negative pressure dependent behavior of T_(c)is consistent with the trend of T_(c)-P relations observed in other lead chalcogenides.The highest T_(c)is 8.0 K observed at 20.5 GPa during decompression process,which is also the highest record among all other PbSe derivatives,such as doped samples,superlattices,and so on.The phase boundaries of the structural and electronic transitions are well defined by Raman spectroscopy,and then phase diagrams are plotted for both compression and decompression processes.This work corrects the previous claim of positive pressure dependence of T_(c)in PbSe and provides clear phase diagrams for intrinsic superconductivity in PbSe under pressure.展开更多
Two-dimensional double-layer honeycomb(DLHC)materials are known for their diverse physical properties,but superconductivity has been a notably absent characteristic in this structure.We address this gap by investigati...Two-dimensional double-layer honeycomb(DLHC)materials are known for their diverse physical properties,but superconductivity has been a notably absent characteristic in this structure.We address this gap by investigating M_(2)N_(2)(M=Nb,Ta)with DLHC structure using first-principles calculations.Our results show that M_(2)N_(2)are stable and metallic,exhibiting superconducting behavior.Specifically,Nb_(2)N_(2)and Ta_(2)N_(2)display superconducting transition temperatures of 6.8 K and 8.8 K,respectively.Their electron-phonon coupling is predominantly driven by the coupling between metal d-orbitals and low-frequency metal-dominated vibration modes.Interestingly,two compounds also exhibit non-trivial band topology.Thus,M_(2)N_(2)are promising platforms for studying the interplay between topology and superconductivity and fill the gap in superconductivity research for DLHC materials.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.12074213 and 11574108)the Major Basic Program of Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (Grant No.ZR2021ZD01)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (Grant No.ZR2023MA082)。
文摘In recent years,the research on superconductivity in one-dimensional(1D)materials has been attracting increasing attention due to its potential applications in low-dimensional nanodevices.However,the critical temperature(T_(c))of 1D superconductors is low.In this work,we theoretically investigate the possible high T_(c) superconductivity of(5,5)carbon nanotube(CNT).The pristine(5,5)CNT is a Dirac semimetal and can be modulated into a semiconductor by full hydrogenation.Interestingly,by further hole doping,it can be regulated into a metallic state with the sp^(3)-hybridized σ electrons metalized,and a giant Kohn anomaly appears in the optical phonons.The two factors together enhance the electron–phonon coupling,and lead to high-T_(c) superconductivity.When the hole doping concentration of hydrogenated-(5,5)CNT is 2.5 hole/cell,the calculated T_(c) is 82.3 K,exceeding the boiling point of liquid nitrogen.Therefore,the predicted hole-doped hydrogenated-(5,5)CNT provides a new platform for 1D high-T_(c) superconductivity and may have potential applications in 1D nanodevices.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant Nos.2022YFA1403103 and 2019YFA0308603)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.12304167)the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.ZR2023QA020)。
文摘Interfacial superconductivity(IS)has been a topic of intense interest in condensed matter physics,due to its unique properties and exotic photoelectrical performance.However,there are few reports about IS systems consisting of two insulators.Here,motivated by the emergence of an insulator-metal transition in type-Ⅲ heterostructures and the superconductivity in some“special”two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors via electron doping,we predict that the 2D heterostructure SnSe_(2)/PtTe_(2) is a model system for realizing IS by using firstprinciples calculations.Our results show that due to slight but crucial interlayer charge transfer,SnSe_(2)/PtTe_(2) turns to be a type-Ⅲ heterostructure with metallic properties and shows a superconducting transition with the critical temperature(T_(c))of 3.73 K.Similar to the enhanced electron–phonon coupling(EPC)in the electrondoped SnSe_(2) monolayer,the IS in the SnSe_(2)/PtTe_(2) heterostructure mainly originates from the metallized SnSe_(2) layer.Furthermore,we find that its superconductivity is sensitive to tensile lattice strain,forming a domeshaped superconducting phase diagram.Remarkably,at 7%biaxial tensile strain,the superconducting T_(c) can increase more than twofold(8.80 K),resulting from softened acoustic phonons at the𝑀point and enhanced EPC strength.Our study provides a concrete example for realizing IS in type-Ⅲ heterostructures,which waits for future experimental verification.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant Nos.2023YFA1406200 and 2022YFA-1405500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.12304021 and 52072188)+3 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.LQ23A040004 and MS26A040028)Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo (Grant Nos.2022J091 and ZX2025001430)the Program for Science and Technology Innovation Team in Zhejiang (Grant No.2021R01004)the Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University (Grant No.IRT_15R23)。
文摘High-pressure electrides,characterized by the presence of interstitial quasi-atoms(ISQs),possess unique electronic structures and physical properties,such as diverse dimensions of electride states exhibiting different superconductivity,which has attracted significant attention.Here,we report a new electron-deficient type of electride Li_(4)Al and identify its phase transition progress with pressurization,where the internal driving force behind phase transitions,bonding characteristics,and superconducting behaviors have been revealed based on first-principles density functional theory.Through analysis of the bonding properties of electride Li_(4)Al,we demonstrate that the ISQs exhibiting increasingly covalent characteristics between Al ions play a critical role in driving the phase transition.Our electron–phonon coupling calculations indicate that all phases exhibit superconducting behaviors.Importantly,we prove that the ISQs behave as free electrons and demonstrate that the factor governing T_(c) is primarily derived from Li-p-hybridized electronic states with ISQ compositions.These electronic states are scattered by low-frequency phonons arising from mixed vibrations of Li and Al affected by ISQs to enhance electron–phonon coupling.Our study largely expands the research scope of electrides,provides new insight for understanding phase transitions,and elucidates the effects of ISQs on superconducting behavior.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2024YFA1611102,2022YFA1403903,2022YFA1602802,and 2023YFA1406101)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12304075)CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(Grant No.2022YSBR-048)。
文摘We report a comprehensive investigation of the superconducting properties of the mineral superconductor covellite(Cu S)using high-quality single crystals.First,we establish that Cu S is an intrinsic type-Ⅱsuperconductor,correcting its long-standing classification as type-Ⅰ.Second,a complete set of anisotropic superconducting parameters is determined,including the critical fields,penetration depth and coherence length,which yield a Ginzburg–Landau parameterκ~1.5 and a moderate anisotropy ofγ~2.Our results indicate that this type-Ⅱsuperconductivity can be well-described by a conventional,weak-coupling,single-band s-wave pairing mechanism.This work fills a long-standing gap in the understanding of this archetypal superconductor.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2024YFA1611102,2022YFA1403903,2023YFA1406101,and 2022YFA1204100)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12304075 and 62488201)+1 种基金CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(Grant Nos.2022YSBR-048 and YSBR-003)the Innovation Program of Quantum Science and Technology(Grant No.2021ZD0302700)。
文摘We present a systematic investigation of the superconductivity in high-quality CsTi_(3)Bi_(5) single crystals by combining bulk property characterization and local-probe spectroscopy.Two successive superconducting transitions are observed in this newly discovered kagome material.In the first stage,the diamagnetic response strengthens significantly from T_(c)~4.9 K to 4.6 K,followed by a broad transition below 4.6 K in the second stage.Moreover,different magnetic field dependences are observed for the two stages,where the first stage is field-insensitive while the second stage exhibits strong field dependence.The ultra-low magnetic field measurements indicate that the lower critical field H_(c1)(T)exhibits small anisotropy.Based on a comparative study of the superconducting state in CsBi2 and microscopic verification via scanning tunneling microscopy(STM),our results suggest the emergence of exotic and intrinsic superconductivity in this new titanium-based kagome superconductor,establishing it as a promising platform for further exploring the complexity of electronic states in the kagome lattice.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.22372142,12304028,12404027)the Foreign Expert Introduction Program(Grant No.G2023003004L)+6 种基金the Central Guiding Local Science and Technology Development Fund Projects(Grant No.236Z7605G)the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province(Grant Nos.B2024203051,A2024203023,A2024203002)the Science and Technology Project of Hebei Education Department(Grant No.JZX2023020)the Innovation Capability Improvement Project of Hebei Province(Grant No.22567605H)the Hebei Province Yan Zhao Huang Jin Tai Talent Program(Postdoctoral Platform,Grant No.B2024003003)the financial support from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation(Grant No.PID2022139230NB-I00)the Department of Education,Universities and Research of the Basque Government and the University of the Basque Country(Grant No.IT1707-22)。
文摘Superconductivity in two-dimensional(2D)materials has attracted considerable attention due to their unique physical properties and potential for high-temperature operation.Boron-based 2D compounds are particularly promising,thanks to their structural flexibility and the emergence of strong electron-phonon coupling(EPC)associated with light elements.While most previous studies have focused on stabilizing boron sheets through metal incorporation,we propose an alternative approach based on multicenter bonding enabled by group-IV non-metallic elements(Si,Ge,Sn).The resulting XB_(2)(X=Si,Ge,Sn)monolayers,which adopt a MgB_(2)-like monolayer configuration,are stabilized by a seven-center two-electron(7c-2e)bonding network between the X atoms and the boron honeycomb lattice.This bonding lowers the energy of the B-p_(z)orbitals and enhances lattice stability.The superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))increases significantly with the atomic number of X—from 4.7 K in SiB_(2)to 13.3 K in GeB_(2)and 24.9 K in SnB_(2)—driven by an increased carrier density near the Fermi level(E_(F))and softening of the high-frequency E_(2)phonon mode.Furthermore,we design a SnB_4 monolayer,in which a Sn layer is sandwiched between the two boron layers.This structure enriches in-plane phonon modes and strengthens EPC,yielding a T_(c)of 38 K,close to the McMillan limit.These findings highlight the critical role of multicenter bonding and targeted phonon engineering in enabling high-T_(c)2D boron-based superconductors.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No.2022YFA1403201)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.12125404,T2495231,123B2049,and 12204138)+9 种基金the Advanced MaterialsNational Science and Technology Major Project (Grant No.2024ZD0607000)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province (Grant Nos.BK20233001 and BK20253009)the Jiangsu Funding Program for Excellent Postdoctoral Talent (Grant No.2024ZB002)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (Grant No.2025M773331)the Fundamental and Interdisciplinary Disciplines Breakthrough Plan of the Ministry of Education of Chinathe AI&AI for Science program of Nanjing UniversityArtificial Intelligence and Quantum physics (AIQ) program of Nanjing Universitythe Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universitiesthe Natural Science Foundation of Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications(Grant Nos.NY224165,NY220038,and NY219087)the Hua Li Talents Program of Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications。
文摘We report a theoretical investigation into superconductivity within the MAXH_(6) quaternary hydride system using first-principles calculations,where M and A denote alkali and alkaline earth elements,respectively,and X represents transition metal elements.Systematic analysis of electronic band structures,phonon dispersions,and electron-phonon coupling reveals that substitution of MA binary metal combinations and X metal atoms can create favorable conditions for superconductivity.Mapping of superconducting critical temperatures,combined with dynamical stability analysis through phonon calculations,identifies ten superconducting candidates at ambient pressure.Among these,LiNaAgH_(6) exhibits nearly-free-electron behavior reminiscent of monovalent electron superconductors.It demonstrates exceptional superconducting properties with electron–phonon coupling λ=2.707,which yields a superconducting transition temperature T_(c) of 206.4 K using the Allen–Dynes formula.Its structural analogs MgNaPdH_(6),LiMgPdH_(6),LiMgAgH_(6),LiMgAuH_(6) all exhibit superconducting transition temperatures above 110 K.These findings advance our fundamental understanding of superconductivity in quaternary hydrides and provide guidance for rational design of new high-temperature superconducting materials.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development of China(Grant Nos.2024YFA1408104 and 2021YFA1400400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374137,12434005,12074175,92165205,12004191,and 12550405)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.BK20233001)。
文摘Motivated by the recent discovery of superconductivity in the kagome metal CsCr_(3)Sb_(5) under pressure,we theoretically investigate the superconducting pairing symmetry and the impact of spin–orbit coupling(SOC)in this system.By employing an effective four-orbital tight-binding model and solving the linearized gap equation within the random phase approximation,we find that the large inter-orbital spin fluctuations enhanced by Hund’s coupling promote a superconducting gap function with E_(2g)symmetry.The inclusion of SOC further stabilizes this gap symmetry.Our analysis also reveals that the d_(x^(2)-y^(2))orbital plays the dominant role in forming the superconducting pairs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62488201)the National Key Research and Development Projects of China(Grant Nos.2022YFA1204100 and 2023YFA1607400)+1 种基金the CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(Grant No.YSBR-003)the Innovation Program of Quantum Science and Technology(Grant No.2021ZD0302700)。
文摘A bulk superconductor hosting intrinsic surface superconductivity provides a unique platform for exploring Majorana bound states.Trigonal γ-PtBi_(2),a superconductor,is a promising candidate,as both surface superconducting gaps and topological surface states have been observed.However,the simultaneous presence of bulk and surface superconductivity has remained unresolved.In this study,we directly visualize coexisting bulk and surface superconducting gaps in trigonal PtBi_(2) using ultra-low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy/spectroscopy.The bulk gap,Δ,is∼0.053 meV,with a critical temperature(T_(c))of∼0.5K and a critical field below 0.01 T,accompanied by a vortex lattice and vortex bound states and yielding a coherence length of∼200 nm.Remarkably,certain surface regions exhibit a much larger gap(Δ)of∼0.42 meV,persisting up to a T_(c)value of∼3K and surviving magnetic fields of up to 2 T,yet lacking a static vortex lattice.This coexistence of robust surface and bulk superconductivity establishes γ-PtBi_(2)as a unique platform for exploring the interplay between bulk and surface Cooper pairings in topological superconductors.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2022YFA1403900 and 2021YFA1401800)the NSF of China(Grant Nos.U2032214,12122414,12104487,and 12004419)+2 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program(B)of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB25000000)support from the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the CAS(2019008)supported by the Synergetic Extreme Condition User Facility(SECUF)。
文摘Signatures of superconductivity near 80 K have recently been discovered in single crystals of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under pressure,which makes it a new candidate for high-temperature superconductors dominated by 3d transition elements,following the cuprate and iron-pnictide superconductors.However,there are several critical questions that have been perplexing the scientificommunity:(1)What factors contribute to the inconsistent reproducibility of the experimental results?(2)What is the fundamental nature of pressure-induced superconductivity:bulk or nonbulk(filamentary-like)(3)Where is the superconducting phase located within the sample if it is filamentary-like(4)Is the oxygen content important for the development and stabilization of superconductivity?In this study,we employ comprehensive high-pressure techniques to address these questions.Through our modulated ac susceptibility measurements,we are the firs to fin that the superconductivity in this nickelate is filamentary-like Our scanning transmission electron microscopy investigations suggest that the filamentary-lik superconductivity most likely emerges at the interface between La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La_(4)Ni_(3)O_(10)phases.By tuning the oxygen content of polycrystalline La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7),we also fin that it plays vital role in the development and stabilization of superconductivity in this material.The upper and lower bounds on the oxygen content are 7.35 and 6.89,respectively.Our results provide not only new insights into the puzzling issues regarding this material,but also significan information that will enable a better understanding of its superconductivity.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1406200)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374004 and 12174141)the High Performance Computing Center of Jilin University,China。
文摘The discovery of pressure-induced superconducting electrides has sparked a intense wave of interest in novel superconductors.However,opinions vary regarding the relationship between non-nuclear attractors(NNAs)and superconductivity,with two opposing views currently represented by the materials Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Here,we choose the ternary Li–C–P as a model system and reveal the underlying mechanism by which NNAs contribute to superconductivity.The loosely bound NNAs in the superlithide Li_(14)CP covalently bond with Li and form unique satellite interstitial electrons(SIEs)around Li near the Fermi level,dominating the superconductivity.First-principles calculations show that the SIEs progressively increase in number and couple strongly with phonons at high pressure.Moreover,the Fermi surface nesting associated with SIEs induces phonon softening,further enhancing the electron–phonon coupling and giving the superlithide Li_(14)CP a T_(c)of 10.6 K at 300 GPa.The leading role of SIEs in superconductivity is a general one and is also relevant to the recently predicted Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Our work presented here reshapes the understanding of NNA-dominated superconductivity and holds promise for guiding future discoveries and designs of novel high-temperature superconductors.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 12374196, 92165201, and 11634011)the Innovation Program for Quantum Science and Technology (Grant No. 2021ZD0302800)+2 种基金the Chinese Academy of Sciences Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research (Grant No. YSBR-046)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (Grant Nos. WK3510000006 and WK3430000003)Anhui Initiative in Quantum Information Technologies (Grant No. AHY170000)。
文摘Ising superconductivity has garnered much attention in recent years due to its extremely high in-plane upper critical field (B_(c2)).Here,we fabricated 14 multilayer Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) (0%≤x≤40%) thin films on Si (111)-7×7 reconstructed surface by molecular beam epitaxy.Large B_(c2) beyond the Pauli limit is observed in all the Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) films,indicating that they may exhibit characteristics of Ising superconductivity.Moreover,the introduction of Bi doping can significantly enhance and effectively tune the in-plane B_(c2) of Pb_(1-x)Bi_(x) films,which will help us better understand Ising superconductivity and provide a new platform for the development of tunable Ising superconductors.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China under Grants Nos.2023YFA1406001,2024YFA1408000,2021YFA1401800,2023YFA1608902,and 2022YFA1402301the financial support from Shanghai Key Laboratory of MFree,China(No.22dz2260800)Shanghai Science and Technology Committee,China(No.22JC1410300)。
文摘Ytterbium polyhydrides were synthesized through in-situ high pressure laser heating techniques utilizing a diamond anvil cell.The temperature dependence of resistance measurement at high pressure demonstrates that the sample undergoes a superconducting transition at 11.5 K at 180 GPa.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1402802)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12494591 and 92165204)+4 种基金the Leading Talent Program of Guangdong Special Projects(Grant No.201626003)the Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Magnetoelectric Physics and Devices(Grant No.2022B1212010008)the Research Center for Magnetoelectric Physics of Guangdong Province(Grant No.2024B0303390001)the Guangdong Provincial Quantum Science Strategic Initiative(Grant No.GDZX2401010)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12234016 and 12074031)。
文摘We investigate the energy bands,magnetism,and superconductivity of bilayer octagraphene with A-A stackingunder a perpendicular electric field.A tight-binding model is used to analyze the band structure of the system.The doubling of the unit cell results in each band of the single layer splitting into two.We find that applyinga perpendicular electric field increases the band splitting.As the electric field strength increases,the nestingof the Fermi surface(FS)weakens,eventually disrupting the antiferromagnetic order,and bilayer octagrapheneexhibits superconductivity.Spin fluctuations can induce unconventional superconductivity with s±-wave pairing.Applying a perpendicular electric field to bilayer octagraphene parent weakens the nesting of the FS,ultimatelykilling the spin-density-wave(SDW)ordered state and transitioning it into the superconducting state,whichworks as a doping effect.We use the random-phase approximation approach to obtain the pairing eigenvaluesand pairing symmetries of the perpendicular electric field-tuned bilayer octagraphene in the weak coupling limit.By tuning the strength of the perpendicular electric field,the critical interaction strength for SDW order can bemodified,which in turn may promote the emergence of unconventional superconductivity.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12174064)the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Major Project(Grant No.2019SHZDZX01)+5 种基金the Innovation Program for Quantum Science and Technology(Grant No.2024ZD0300104)the support by the Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12204383)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(Grant No.2023QNRC001)the Young Talent Fund of the Association for Science and Technology in Shaanxi(Grant No.CLGC202201)supported by the open project of Beijing National Laboratory for Condensed Matter Physics(Grant No.ZBJ2106110017)the Double First-Class Initiative Fund of Shanghai Tech University。
文摘The recently discovered titanium-based kagome metal ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)provides a new platform to explore novel quantum phenomena.In this work,the transport properties of ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)are systematically investigated under high pressure.Although ATi_(3)Bi_(5)(A=Cs,Rb)shows no evidence of superconductivity at ambient pressure,the pressure-induced double-dome superconductivity is observed in both compounds,resembling the superconducting phase diagram of AV_(3)Sb_(5)(A=Cs,Rb,and K)under pressure.High-pressure X-ray difraction measurements exclude the pressure-induced structural phase transition.A slope change in the c/a ratio was found between 12.4 and 14.9 GPa,indicating the occurrence of lattice distortion.The distinct changes in the electronic band structure revealed by frst-principles calculations further explain the emergence of superconductivity in the two domes.These fndings suggest that pressure can efectively tune the electronic properties of ATi_(3)Bi_(5),providing new insights into the rich physics of kagome metals.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12274169,12122405,and 52072188)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1402304)+1 种基金the Program for Science and Technology Innovation Team in Zhejiang Province,China(Grant No.2021R01004)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Two-dimensional(2D)superconductors have attracted significant research interest due to their promising potential applications in optoelectronic and microelectronic devices.Herein,we employ first-principles calculations to predicted a new 2D conventional superconductor,Tc_(2)B_(2),demonstrating its stable structural configuration.Remarkably,under biaxial strain,the superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))of Tc_(2)B_(2)demonstrates a significant enhancement,achieving 19.5 K under 3%compressive strain and 9.2 K under 11%tensile strain.Our study reveals that strain-induced modifications in Fermi surface topology significantly enhance the Fermi surface nesting effect,which amplifies electron–phonon coupling interactions and consequently elevates Tc.Additionally,the presence of the Lifshitz transition results in a more pronounced rise in Tc under compressive strain compared to tensile strain.These insights offer important theoretical guidance for designing 2D superconductors with high-Tc through strain modulation.
基金work was supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2023YFA1406200 and 2022YFA1405500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12304021 and 52072188)+4 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.LQ23A040004)Program for Science and Technology Innovation Team in Zhejiang(Grant No.2021R01004)the Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo(Grant No.2022J091)the Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University(Grant No.IRT 15R23)Parts of calculations were performed at the Supercomputer Center of Ningbo University.
文摘The emergence of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-rich compounds has opened up promising avenues for investigating unique hydrogen motifs that exhibit exceptional superconducting properties.Nevertheless,the requirement for extremely high synthesis pressures poses significant barriers to experimentally probing potential physical properties.Here,we have designed a structure wherein NH_(3)tetrahedra are intercalated into the body-centered cubic lattice of Yb,resulting in the formation of Yb(NH_(3))_(4).Our first-principles calculations reveal that metallic behavior emerges from the ionization of sp^(3)-hybridized s-bonds in NH_(3),which is enabled by electron transfer from ytterbium orbitals to NH_(3)anti-bonding s-orbitals.A distinctive feature of this structure is the Fermi surface nesting,which leads to optical phonon softening and consequently enhances electron-phonon coupling.The subsequent density-functional theory(DFT)calculations demonstrate that this I-43m phase of Yb(NH_(3))4 exhibits a superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 17.32 K under a modest pressure of 10 GPa.Our investigation presents perspectives on achieving phonon-mediated superconductivity at relatively low pressures,thereby opening up extensive possibilities for the attainment of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-based superconducting systems with specific ionized molecular groups.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374050,12004014,U1930401,and 12375304)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant Nos.2021YFA1400300 and 2023YFA1608900)the Major Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.22090041).
文摘Lead chalcogenides represent a significant class of materials that exhibit intriguing physical phenomena,including remarkable thermoelectric properties and superconductivity.In this study,we present a comprehensive investigation on the superconductivity of PbSe single crystal under high pressure.The signature of superconducting(SC)transition starts to appear at 7.2 K under 16.5 GPa.Upon further compression,the SC temperature(T_(c))decreases,and it is reduced to 3.5 K at 45.0 GPa.The negative pressure dependent behavior of T_(c)is consistent with the trend of T_(c)-P relations observed in other lead chalcogenides.The highest T_(c)is 8.0 K observed at 20.5 GPa during decompression process,which is also the highest record among all other PbSe derivatives,such as doped samples,superlattices,and so on.The phase boundaries of the structural and electronic transitions are well defined by Raman spectroscopy,and then phase diagrams are plotted for both compression and decompression processes.This work corrects the previous claim of positive pressure dependence of T_(c)in PbSe and provides clear phase diagrams for intrinsic superconductivity in PbSe under pressure.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12074213 and 11574108)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1403103)+2 种基金the Major Basic Program of Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2021ZD01)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2023MA082)the Project of Introduction and Cultivation for Young Innovative Talents in Colleges and Universities of Shandong Province。
文摘Two-dimensional double-layer honeycomb(DLHC)materials are known for their diverse physical properties,but superconductivity has been a notably absent characteristic in this structure.We address this gap by investigating M_(2)N_(2)(M=Nb,Ta)with DLHC structure using first-principles calculations.Our results show that M_(2)N_(2)are stable and metallic,exhibiting superconducting behavior.Specifically,Nb_(2)N_(2)and Ta_(2)N_(2)display superconducting transition temperatures of 6.8 K and 8.8 K,respectively.Their electron-phonon coupling is predominantly driven by the coupling between metal d-orbitals and low-frequency metal-dominated vibration modes.Interestingly,two compounds also exhibit non-trivial band topology.Thus,M_(2)N_(2)are promising platforms for studying the interplay between topology and superconductivity and fill the gap in superconductivity research for DLHC materials.
