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pmid: 39404161
pmc: PMC11526428
handle: 20.500.14352/120458 , 10486/720673 , 10261/382455 , 20.500.12614/3880 , 11104/0363213
pmid: 39404161
pmc: PMC11526428
handle: 20.500.14352/120458 , 10486/720673 , 10261/382455 , 20.500.12614/3880 , 11104/0363213
Realization of topological quantum states in carbon nanostructures has recently emerged as a promising platform for hosting highly coherent and controllable quantum dot spin qubits. However, their adjustable manipulation remains elusive. Here, we report the atomically accurate control of the hybridization level of topologically protected quantum edge states emerging from topological interfaces in bottom-up-fabricated π-conjugated polymers. Our investigation employed a combination of low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy and spectroscopy, along with high-resolution atomic force microscopy, to effectively modify the hybridization level of neighboring edge states by the selective dehydrogenation reaction of molecular units in a pentacene-based polymer and demonstrate their reversible character. Density functional theory, tight binding, and complete active space calculations for the Hubbard model were employed to support our findings, revealing that the extent of orbital overlap between the topological edge states can be finely tuned based on the geometry and electronic bandgap of the interconnecting region. These results demonstrate the utility of topological edge states as components for designing complex quantum arrangements for advanced electronic devices.
topological phase, SPM, noncontact atomic force microscopy, on-surface reaction, L65, Física, Topological quantum phase transition, Química, 1D chains, 54, Atomic manipulation, topological quantum phase transition, 23 Química, atomic manipulation, scanning tunneling microscopy, π-conjugated polymers, Noncontact atomic force microscopy, Scanning tunneling microscopy
topological phase, SPM, noncontact atomic force microscopy, on-surface reaction, L65, Física, Topological quantum phase transition, Química, 1D chains, 54, Atomic manipulation, topological quantum phase transition, 23 Química, atomic manipulation, scanning tunneling microscopy, π-conjugated polymers, Noncontact atomic force microscopy, Scanning tunneling microscopy
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