The superconducting gap of an ultrathin nickelate defies expectations

Phys.org reports that the superconducting gap measured in an ultrathin nickelate appears to defy expectations. In conventional superconductors, the gap emerges at very low temperatures and follows well‑known patterns. This unexpected behavior in a nickelate could push scientists to rethink the mechanisms behind resistance‑free electricity.

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