➀ The research explores the coexistence of ferroelectricity and antiferroelectricity in a 2D van der Waals multiferroic; ➁ The study reveals a new mechanism for the simultaneous occurrence of these two phenomena; ➂ The findings could lead to the development of novel electronic devices.

➀ Researchers have discovered room-temperature ferroelectric, piezoelectric, and resistive switching behaviors in single-element tellurium (Te) nanowires. ➁ These properties are attributed to the unique structural and electronic characteristics of Te nanowires. ➂ The findings open up potential applications in next-generation memory devices and sensors.