Spin and charge of magnetic Dirac electrons (A09)

• Subject Area: Experimental Condensed Matter Physics ; Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Term: since 2017
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 314695032

Graphene’s high conductivity and spin coherence make it ideal for spintronic devices. Inducing magnetism via proximity to van der Waals magnetic insulators has led to notable phenomena like the Zeeman spin Hall and unconventional quantum Hall effects. However, interpretations vary, leaving important questions unresolved. Our project aims to close these gaps by combining magnetotransport with remote optical sensing in graphene proximitized to 2D magnets. Complementing spin and charge transport with probing of newly discovered exciton resonances, we plan to deepen the understanding of magnetic Dirac electrons in graphene.

• DFG Programme: Collaborative Research Centres
• Subproject of: SFB 1277: Emergent Relativistic Effects in Condensed Matter: From Fundamental Aspects to Electronic Functionality
• Applicant Institution: Universität Regensburg
• Project Heads: Dr. Florian Dirnberger, since 1/2026; Professor Dr. Jonathan Eroms; Professor Dr. Jaroslav Fabian, until 12/2025