Nano Letters· 2026Q1
Dipolar Excitonic Quantum Wires at Atomically Sharp Lateral Interfaces
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Researchers created 1D quantum matter at the atomically sharp interface of lateral MoSe2–WSe2 heterostructures, observing interfacial excitons confined to <3 nm with large in-plane dipole moments (>2 nm).
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Key points
- 1D quantum matter realized at atomically sharp lateral MoSe2–WSe2 heterostructure interfaces.
- Interfacial excitons exhibit discrete energy states, confirming 1D confinement (≲3 nm).
- Excitons possess large permanent in-plane electric dipole moments (>e × 2 nm).
- Micron-scale anisotropic diffusion of excitons confined to the interface was observed.
- Electrostatic doping collapses the dipole moment and reduces exciton lifetime 20-fold.
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Abstract
Abstract One-dimensional (1D) quantum systems are a cornerstone of condensed matter physics. However, their realization in solids has traditionally relied on top-down methods, which are limited by structural disorder and coarse confinement. Here, we demonstrate a fundamentally new route to low-dimensional systems: the emergence of 1D quantum matter at the atomically sharp interface between monolayer semiconductors. Using lateral MoSe2–WSe2 heterostructures, we identify interfacial excitonic quasiparticles bound to the crystal junction. Photoluminescence spectroscopy resolves these excitons into a ladder of discrete states, establishing 1D confinement at length scales ≲3 nm. These excitons possess exceptionally large permanent in-plane electric dipole moments exceeding e × 2 nm, and exhibit micron-scale anisotropic diffusion confined to the interface. By introducing electrostatic doping, we demonstrate a collapse of the dipole moment and a 20-fold reduction in lifetime. By dynamically tuning wavefunctions within a single atomic monolayer, we open a scalable route toward engineering 1D quantum matter.
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Field: Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
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