UCLA-led study finds amino acid extends quantum properties above room temperature

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1148787

Summary: Intercalating amino acid arginine into atomic-thin tantalum disulfide crystal lattices extends commensurate charge density wave quantum states up to 135°F. Arginine molecule fits precisely within inorganic matrix, stabilizing orderly electron motion against thermal destruction above room temperature without requiring cryogenic cooling. This bi-layer assembly mechanism offers a practical design pathway for ambient-condition quantum electronics and novel low-power logic switches.