# Crystal Growth of Intermetallic Subunits for Emergent Properties:  Correlated, Topological, and Exotic Magnetic Phenomena

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · Baylor University (TX) · $447,020

## Abstract

PART 1:   NON-TECHNICAL SUMMARY
This project, supported by the Solid State and Materials Chemistry Program in NSF’s Division of Materials Research, is focused on creating new materials by stacking ultra-thin layers of different elements. When these layers are combined in just the right way, they can show surprising behaviors, such as conducting electricity in unusual ways or reacting to magnets in ways we do not see in everyday materials. By carefully growing these materials into high-quality crystals, the principal investigator and her research group at Baylor University explore how the arrangement of layers leads to these unexpected effects. The goal is to better understand how the structure of a material impacts what it can do. Using advanced tools and techniques, this research could lead to the discovery of new materials that power future technologies like quantum computers and next-generation electronics. In addition, this project provides opportunities for student training in multi-disciplinary research and enables science-themed outreach in partnership with the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

PART 2:   TECHNICAL SUMMARY
With this project, supported by the Solid State and Materials Chemistry Program in NSF’s Division of Materials Research, researchers at Baylor University investigate the growth and characterization of high-quality single crystals of rare earth layered antimonides and tellurides, materials that offer fertile ground for discovering 

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2505304
- **Awardee organization:** Baylor University (TX)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** C6T9BYG5EYX5
- **PI:** Julia Y Chan
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** Microelectronics and Semiconductors
- **Estimated total:** $447,020
- **Funds obligated:** $447,020
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2028

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2505304

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2505304, Crystal Growth of Intermetallic Subunits for Emergent Properties:  Correlated, Topological, and Exotic Magnetic Phenomena. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-08 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2505304. Licensed CC0.

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