EE - 2D Semiconductors for Advanced Transistors
Two-dimensional (2D) materials are a class of atomically-thin materials that are extremely interesting for ultimate-scaled transistors that can extend Moore’s Law. In our group, we fabricate transistors using a class of 2D semiconductors known as transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). In this project, undergraduate students will play an important role in our research on TMD transistors by learning how to transfer 2D TMDs (which are grown on sapphire wafers) to the silicon wafers on which we fabricate the devices. Further, students will learn how to use an atomic force microscope (AFM) in our lab to characterize the atomic-level smoothness the transferred films before they go on to subsequent device processing. Students will be integrated into the group, attend group meeting, and learn about the physics of 2D materials and semiconductor devices.
Joining the Koester NanoDevice Laboratory (KNDL) offers a chance for students to work on an industry-relevant project, while learning hands-on experimental skills. Many of the techniques and concepts that students learn will be relevant for future careers in the semiconductor industry and to show research experience for graduate school applications. Through interactions with our other group, members you will also learn about other projects going on in our group, which will give you a broad perspective on the field of semiconductor devices.