EE - Fabricating superconducting devices

In this project, the students are expected to fabricate superconducting devices, ferroelectric capacitor with superconducting electrode, in the cleanroom. Working with Physics department, we will aim at demonstrating the functionality of tuning the superconductor characteristics with ferroelectric polarization switching. Such devices are very useful for the superconducting electronics, which promises ultralow energy for computing.

Name of research group, project, or lab
Nanoelectronic Devices and Systems
Why join this research group or lab?

The Nanoelectronic Devices and Systems lab directed by Prof. Kai Ni is working on the foundational technology that can enable the next generation computing and storage. Our group works on the state-of-the-art semiconductor devices that can potentially transform the modern memory hierarchy and support energy efficient computing. By working on the project, the student has a chance to developing necessary skills to work in semiconductor industry. In addition, the lab is well connected with industry, such as Samsung, Intel, Micron, etc. The students will have a chance to interact with industry for career development.

Logistics Information:
Project categories
Electrical Engineering
Student ranks applicable
Junior
Senior
Student qualifications

Good physics background and critical thinking

Hours per week
1 credit / 3-6 hours
2 credits / 6-12 hours
3 credits / 12+ hours
Summer - Full Time
Compensation
Research for Credit
Paid - General
Number of openings
2
Techniques learned

The student will learn the nanofabrication, including lithography, deposition, etching, etc. After fabrication, the student will also learn the superconducting measurement using dilution refrigerator. 

Project start
2025 Spring
Contact Information:
Mentors
kni@nd.edu
Assistant Professor
rls@nd.edu
Name of project director or principal investigator
Kai Ni
Email address of project director or principal investigator
kni@nd.edu
2 sp. | 5 appl.
Hours per week
1 credit / 3-6 hours (+3)
1 credit / 3-6 hours2 credits / 6-12 hours3 credits / 12+ hoursSummer - Full Time
Project categories
Electrical Engineering