First direct nanomagnet measurement finds switching attempts far slower than long-assumed

First direct nanomagnet switching measurement

Switching occurs slower than assumed

Magnetic data storage and computing

April 22, 2026

First Direct Nanomagnet Switching Measurement Measurement milestone

Switching Occurs Slower Than Assumed Finding

Magnetic Data Storage And Computing Impact area

Researchers achieved the first direct measurement of nanomagnet switching times, discovering they are significantly slower than previously assumed.