Weyl Semimetals: From Principles, Materials to Applications

M Mengyuan Zhong (Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore) N Nam Thanh Trung Vu (Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore) W Wenhao Zhai (Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore) J Jian Rui Soh (Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore) Y Yuanda Liu (Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency For Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR) Singapore Republic of Singapore) J Jing Wu A Ady Suwardi H Huajun Liu G Guoqing Chang K Kian Ping Loh (Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543, Singapore) W Weibo Gao C Cheng‐Wei Qiu (Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering National University of Singapore Singapore Singapore) J Joel K. W. Yang Z Zhaogang Dong

Abstract

Abstract Weyl semimetals have attracted significant interest in condensed matter physics and materials science, due to their unique electronic and topological properties. These characteristics not only deepen the understanding of fundamental quantum phenomena, but also make Weyl semimetals promising candidates for advanced applications in electronics, photonics, and spintronics. This review provides a systematic overview of the field, covering theoretical foundations, material synthesis, engineering strategies, and emerging device applications. This study first outlines the key theoretical principles and distinctive properties of Weyl semimetals, followed by an examination of recent advancements that enhance their functional versatility. Finally, this study discusses the critical challenges hindering their practical implementation and explore future development directions, along with the potential for expanding and enhancing their existing range of applications. By integrating discussions of both opportunities and obstacles, this review offers a balanced perspective on current progress and future directions in Weyl semimetal research.

Article Details

Volume / Issue Vol. 37, Issue 37
Published September 01, 2025
ISSN 0935-9648
Publisher Unknown Publisher

Journal Info

Advanced Materials

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ISSN: 0935-9648 Physical Sciences

Authors (14)

M

Mengyuan Zhong

Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore

N

Nam Thanh Trung Vu

Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore

W

Wenhao Zhai

Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore

J

Jian Rui Soh

Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) 2 Fusionopolis Way, Innovis #08‐03 Singapore 138634 Republic of Singapore

Y

Yuanda Liu

Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE) Agency For Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR) Singapore Republic of Singapore

J

Jing Wu

A

Ady Suwardi

H

Huajun Liu

G

Guoqing Chang

K

Kian Ping Loh

Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543, Singapore

W

Weibo Gao

C

Cheng‐Wei Qiu

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering National University of Singapore Singapore Singapore

J

Joel K. W. Yang

Z

Zhaogang Dong