Objectif Graphene – a single layer of carbon atoms – exhibits a unique combination of superior properties, which makes it a credible starting point for new disruptive technologies in a wide range of fields. However, the absence of an energy gap in its electronic band structure prevents at present its integration in digital logic devices. This research project will tackle the challenge by incorporating nanometer-size boron nitride or boron carbon nitride barriers in graphene domains. These lateral hetero-structures will be used as channel elements in field-effect transistors, whose electron transport properties will be evaluated by a combination of high- and low-temperature electrical measurements. The synthesis of the hetero-structures will be extensively investigated through optical, electronic, probe microscopy and spectroscopy analyses. This approach is designed to take a holistic view of the synthesis process, not only hunting for the highest apparent quality of the grown nano-structures, but also gaining an understanding of the underlying atomistic growth mechanism, so as to enble engineering of these structures.The project will advance European scientific competitiveness in the field of synthesis of 2D hetero-structures, currently a prerogative of a select few US groups, and will provide new platforms which might represent a viable option to obtain graphene-based transistors suitable for digital logic.The multidisciplinary aspect of the project will allow me as experienced researcher to gather knowledge in topics as different as synthesis of nanomaterials, electronic device manufacturing, and low-temperature electrical characterization. It will also allow me to re-integrate the European scientific network, after my postdoc experience in the US, forming a perfect basis of my goal of establishing an independent research group in a European university. Champ scientifique natural sciencescomputer and information sciencesinternetinternet accessengineering and technologynanotechnologynano-materialstwo-dimensional nanostructuresgraphenenatural sciencesphysical sciencesopticsmicroscopyelectron microscopynatural scienceschemical sciencesinorganic chemistrymetalloidsnatural sciencesphysical sciencesopticsmicroscopyscanning tunneling microscopy Programme(s) H2020-EU.1.3. - EXCELLENT SCIENCE - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Main Programme H2020-EU.1.3.2. - Nurturing excellence by means of cross-border and cross-sector mobility Thème(s) MSCA-IF-2014-EF - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowships (IF-EF) Appel à propositions H2020-MSCA-IF-2014 Voir d’autres projets de cet appel Régime de financement MSCA-IF-EF-ST - Standard EF Coordinateur DANMARKS TEKNISKE UNIVERSITET Contribution nette de l'UE € 200 194,80 Adresse ANKER ENGELUNDS VEJ 101 2800 Kongens Lyngby Danemark Voir sur la carte Région Danmark Hovedstaden Københavns omegn Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Participation aux programmes de R&I de l'UE Opens in new window Réseau de collaboration HORIZON Opens in new window Coût total € 200 194,80
