Crystals for neutron scattering studies of quantum magnetism

TL;DR

This paper discusses a straightforward method for synthesizing large single crystals of quantum magnets suitable for neutron scattering, demonstrated through four case studies of organic copper halogenides.

Contribution

It introduces a simple, accessible crystal growth strategy for quantum magnets, enabling advanced experiments without specialized techniques.

Findings

Successful synthesis of large single crystals using simple methods

High-quality samples enable quantum physics experiments

Accessible approach broadens research participation

Abstract

We review a strategy for targeted synthesis of large single crystal samples of prototype quantum magnets for inelastic neutron scattering experiments. Four case studies of organic copper halogenide S=1/2 systems are presented. They are meant to illustrate that exciting experimental results pertaining to forefront many-body quantum physics can be obtained on samples grown using very simple techniques, standard laboratory equipment, and almost no experience in in advanced crystal growth techniques.