Exploring How Molecules are Responsible for Chirality-Induced Substrates
New research has uncovered a breakthrough in understanding the molecular processes responsible for chirality-induced spin selectivity. Scientists have identified two molecules, known as substrates, that play a significant role in this process. The findings, recently published in Nature Chemistry, could help scientists in a variety of fields, from materials science to nanotechnology.
The study, led by researchers from the University of Oxford, demonstrated that two specific molecules, known as (R)- and (S)-2-methyl-2-butanol, can act as substrates in chirality-induced spin selectivity. This process is driven by the different interactions between the molecules and the chiral molecules that they interact with. By understanding the structure and dynamics of the chiral molecules, researchers can better understand how they interact with different substrates. This knowledge could be used to develop new materials and nanotechnologies.
source: Phys.org