Traditionally, the primary field, where curvature has been at the heart of research, is the
theory of general relativity. In recent studies, however, the impact of curvilinear geometry …

The behavior of vortex matter in high-temperature superconductors (HTS) controls the entire
electromagnetic response of the material, including its current carrying capacity. Here, we …

The theoretical and experimental results concerning the thermodynamical and low-
frequency transport properties of hybrid structures, consisting of spatially separated …

In superconductors, the motion of vortices introduces unwanted dissipation that is disruptive
to applications. Fortunately, material defects can immobilize vortices, acting as vortex …

In recent years, superconductivity and vortex matter in curved 3D nanoarchitectures have
turned into a vibrant research avenue because of the rich physics of the emerging geometry …

Orientational ordering is key to functional materials with switching capability, such as
nematic liquid crystals and ferromagnetic and ferroelectric materials. We explored the …

In P-doped pnictide, EuFe 2 (As 1− x P x) 2 superconductivity coexists with a ferromagnetism
of Eu-4 f spins. Above x≃ 0.26, superconductivity vanishes whereas ferromagnetism …

Stability and transport properties of superconducting/insulating/ferromagnetic
nanostructures are decisively affected by vortex formation in the superconductor. Herein, the …

This chapter gives an overview of the current state of 3D nanofabrication techniques and
perspectives of geometry effects in complex-shaped systems. Various nanoarchitectures are …

Superconducting spherical shells may not only provide an appealing platform for exploring
superconductivity in three-dimensional (3D) geometries with curved surfaces, but also be …