From hyperbolic in-plane anisotropy to an optical chirality: A new route to nanoscale circular polarizers
Phys.org
March 3, 2026
In recent years, van der Waals crystals have evolved from scientific curiosities into a versatile platform for exploring novel quantum phases and unconventional nanophotonic phenomena. Their layered nature allows stacking, twisting and interfacing with a remarkable atomic precision, enabling previously inaccessible electronic, optoelectronic and photonic functionalities at the nanoscale.
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Originally published on Phys.org on 3/3/2026