"Rare Metal Unlocks Quantum Device Revolution"
Quantum scientists at the University of Bristol have discovered a rare phenomenon within purple bronze that could lead to a revolutionary "perfect switch" in quantum devices. The research, published in Science, reveals the emergence of a unique polarized versatility in the one-dimensional metal, allowing for a seamless transition between insulator and superconductor states. The discovery was made after 13 years of studying the material's complex behavior and magnetoresistance.