Robust D-wave pairing correlations in a hole-doped spin-fermion model

Pairing correlations are studied numerically in a hole-doped spin-fermion model. Simulations performed on up to 12 x 12 clusters provide indications of D-wave superconductivity away from half-filling comparable to those of the 2D t -J model. The pairing correlations are the strongest in the direction perpendicular to the dynamic stripes that appear in the ground state at some densities. An optimal doping, where correlations are maximized, was observed at similar to25% doping with an estimated T-c similar to 100-200 K, in qualitative agreement with high-T-c cuprates' phenomenology, while pairing correlations are suppressed by static stripe inhomogeneities.