Multiferroicity and Magnetoelectricity in the Flatland

Explore multiferroicity and magnetoelectricity in two-dimensional materials through this 33-minute conference talk delivered at the Workshop on "Spin-Orbit Entangled Quantum Magnetism" at the Erwin Schrödinger International Institute for Mathematics and Physics. Delve into the coexistence and coupling of long-range magnetic and electric dipolar order, examining fundamental aspects of microscopic interactions between charge and spin degrees of freedom. Discover recent breakthroughs in 2D multiferroicity, including NiI2 layers driven by spin-orbit coupling. Gain insights into first-principles modeling of multiferroic and magnetoelectric 2D materials, such as vanadium dihalide monolayers and Mn-phosphochalcogenides. Understand the crucial role of spin-orbit interaction and explore the potential of cross-coupling phenomena in van der Waals materials, bridging fundamental quantum physics with technological applications in multifunctional devices.