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A tiny squeeze dramatically changes the magnetism of exotic materials

Scientists have discovered that a simple mechanical squeeze can dramatically alter the magnetic properties and electrical behavior of exotic materials called altermagnets.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated November 4, 2026, 12:37 PM UTC

The surprising breakthrough could open the door to faster, more energy-efficient electronics and new technologies for quantum computing.

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