Altermagnetism and anomalous Hall effect in LaMn2Si2

Abstract: By combining symmetry analysis and direct density functional calculations including the spin-orbit coupling, we demonstrate that LaMn2Si2 is an M-type altermagnet. Our results predict a large anomalous Hall effect, with a non-zero xy component of -360 S/cm, accompanied by a pronounced magneto-optical response. Remarkably, electron doping of LaMn2Si2 is predicted to substantially enhance the Hall conductivity, with values reaching up to -650 S/cm. These results suggest that silicates with general formula RM2Si2 can be an interesting platform for studying both altermagnetism and anomalous Hall effect.