Russian researchers from chemistry faculty of Moscow State University have developed a heterogeneous structure, combining properties of both superconducting and ferromagnetic materials.
      
      Most unusual fact about this seemingly simple material is that said properties were previously considered to be antagonistic. Powerful magnetic field is known to destroy superconductivity, and ferromagnetic materials generate magnetic fields.
      
      However, said properties appeared to be compatible in a thin film of a heterogeneous structure on a monocrystalline laying, containing a layer of high-temperature superconductor (cuprate of ittrium and barium) and a ferromagnetic (alloyed lanthanum manganite) and obtained by means of MOCVD (metal-organic chemical vapor deposition).
      
      Described structure can serve as a basis for magnetic field sensors and various magneto-optical and magneto-electric devices.
      
      Source: Science & Life