Fabrication and measurement of 2D materials heterostructures

Two-dimentional (2D) materials made of few atomic layers, bring unprecedented quantum properties from their extreme thickness. The possibility to stack layers from different 2D materials into heterostructures is one of the most active areas of research in quantum materials, bringing a wide parameter space for creating previously inaccessible quantum states and device geometries. This project will advance the field of quantum devices based on 2D materials by focusing on heterostructures made from two atomically thin semiconductors WSe2 and MoS2 and insulating hexagonal boron nitride. The goal is to fabricate such ultrathin semiconductor heterostructures, optimize their electrical contacts in devices and understand their optical and electrical properties. To that end, we will combine the complementary expertise of the Canadian and French institutions on the fabrication and characterization sides. The outcome of this project are scientific advances in quantum technologies based on 2D materials, giving Canada a leading edge in this area.

Faculty Supervisor:

Adina Luican-Mayer

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Partner:

Université Grenoble Alpes

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Ottawa

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