Thermoelectric signatures of order-parameter symmetries in iron-based superconducting tunnel junctions

The authors suggest here how to unveil the symmetry of the order parameter in iron-based superconductors (FeSCs) via thermoelectricity: in the quest to unveil their specific symmetry, a groundbreaking avenue emerges. Harnessing the power of linear thermoelectric effects in low-temperature tunnel junctions with FeSCs, a novel window into the world of superconducting order parameters is opened. Dive into the realm of unconventional coupling states and discover how thermoelectric measurements can unlock the hidden complexities of Fe-based systems, with implications spanning from quantum technologies to energy harvesting. Explore the untapped potential of thermoelectricity in deciphering the puzzles of quantum materials.