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This research aims to explore how dynamic spin processes influence enantiomeric outcomes in chiral molecules, potentially explaining specific homochirality.

April 24, 2026Science AdvancesOpen Access

Dynamic breaking of mirror symmetry in spin-dependent electron transport through chiral media causes enantiomeric excesses

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YPYossi Paltiel DGDaniel GoldbergHebrew University of Jerusalem NYNir YuranHebrew University of Jerusalem

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Demonstrates spin processes causing enantiomeric excess in chiral molecules, suggesting a path to homochirality.

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This research aims to explore how dynamic spin processes influence enantiomeric outcomes in chiral molecules, potentially explaining specific homochirality.
Performed direct measurements and theoretical analysis of chiral molecules' spin processes.
Conducted ab initio calculations to evaluate interactions with magnetic surfaces.
Observed different efficiencies of spin-related phenomena in chiral molecules based on spin alignment.
Identified quantifiable differences in the angular momentum vector orientation for enantiomers.

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Paltiel et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69eb0bfa553a5433e34b5675 https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.aec9325

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