Quantum Devices Based on Transition Metal Dichalcogenides

Abstract

The research objective of this proposal is to investigate the quantum electronic and optoelectronic properties of semiconducting nanodevices based on transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). In particular, we will incorporate TMDs into van der Waals heterostructures with metal gates above and below to define quantum dots within the TMD layer. These TMD quantum devices will allow a detailed examination of transport and optoelectronic properties of TMDs in confined geometries. Beyond illuminating basic material properties, which will inform the broader community of TMD optoelectronics research, these nanostructures will provide a route to assess whether TMD-based quantum valleytronics can become a competitive technology for solid-state quantum information processing.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Jul 15, 2016
Source ID
FA95501610203

Entities

People

  • Hugh Churchill

Organizations

  • Air Force Office of Scientific Research
  • United States Air Force
  • University of Arkansas

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Quantum Dot Semiconductor Device Photonics and Graphene Optoelectronic Materials and THz Physics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Graphene
  • Quantum Computing