What’s a Superconductor and Why Are Investors So Interested in LK-99? | WSJ

A group of scientists claimed to have discovered a superconductive material nicknamed LK-99 that works at room temperature and ambient pressure, which could allow for huge technological advancements. Despite skeptical feedback regarding the research, stocks for companies with a perceived connection to superconductors have skyrocketed.

WSJ explains why investors are closely watching developments in superconductor tech and what would need to happen to bring a superconductor that works at room temperature and pressure to market.

0:00 Room-temperature superconductor
0:59 Before LK-99
2:40 LK-99, explained
4:04 What would it take to make this happen?

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